Karen H.Y. Park
Recreation Programmer at CHATS - Community & Home Assistance to Seniors- Claim this Profile
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English Professional working proficiency
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Korean Native or bilingual proficiency
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Japanese Professional working proficiency
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Credentials
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Licensed social service worker
Ontario College of Social Workers and Social Service WorkersJul, 2022- Nov, 2024 -
Worker Health and Safety Awareness Certificate
Ontario Ministry of Labour, Training and Skills DevelopmentApr, 2021- Nov, 2024 -
Hospice Palliative Training Program Certificate
PalCareMar, 2021- Nov, 2024 -
Smart Serve Certificate
Smart Serve OntarioJan, 2021- Nov, 2024 -
Gentle Persuasive Approaches (GPA) in Dementia Care Certificate
Advanced Gerontological Education (AGE) Inc.Dec, 2020- Nov, 2024 -
DementiAbility Montessori Methods Certificate
DementiAbility Enterprises Inc.Jul, 2020- Nov, 2024 -
OHRC & AODA Certificate
Ontario Human Rights CommissionJan, 2020- Nov, 2024 -
Food Handler Certificate
City of TorontoMar, 2021- Nov, 2024 -
WHMIS Certificate
AixSafetyApr, 2021- Nov, 2024 -
Standard First Aid, CPR and AED
Canadian Red CrossAug, 2020- Nov, 2024
Experience
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CHATS - Community & Home Assistance to Seniors
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Canada
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Hospitals and Health Care
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1 - 100 Employee
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Recreation Programmer
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Sep 2022 - Present
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Sienna Senior Living
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Canada
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Hospitals and Health Care
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700 & Above Employee
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Activation Aide
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Jun 2021 - Aug 2022
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Momiji Health Care Society
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Canada
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1 - 100 Employee
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Client Intervention Assistant
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Sep 2020 - Apr 2021
- Planned and facilitated weekly 1:1 virtual activities with individuals with cognitive impairment - Provided weekly friendly phone call services to individuals to build companionship and identify their needs and interests - Provided 1:1 Zoom technical support to clients and caregivers to help them participate in the online workshops and programs - Coordinated and administrated online education and wellness sessions, including sessions in collaboration with Yee Hong Centre and Japanese Social Services - Provided presentations in online caregiver education sessions about positive aging. - Managed the education and wellness session video files; Recording, Editing, Uploading to Momiji YouTube Channel - Created Momiji Virtual Tour Video clip - Researched community resources and provided appropriate resources to clients and their caregivers - Collaborated with other team staff and provided administrative support to the client intervention worker including collecting and inputting stats on Sumac and creating google registration forms for CARG events and online programs Show less
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Woodbridge Vista Care Community
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Vaughan, Ontario, Canada
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Recreation Assistant
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Jan 2020 - Mar 2020
- Facilitated therapeutic recreation programs to individuals and small groups as assigned by the Supervisor; Snoezelen, Montessori for dementia, Music & Art therapy etc. - Co-facilitated large lobby programs for residents; Animal therapy, fitness and gardening programs, and special events (Menu Fest, La Festa Della Donna) - Supported residents with dementia using verbal praise or redirection to de-escalate their responsive behaviors - Provided emotional support and socialization to residents through weekly friendly visit services. - Set up and cleaned activity area as necessary and transport residents to and from programs. - Monitored the behaviour and condition of residents during programs, and reported any significant changes to the Supervisor and nursing staff as appropriate - Worked cooperatively with other departments to meet resident needs. - Maintained program and resident records according to department policy through documentation systems; Activity Pro, PCC Show less
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Yeon Chun Middle School
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Seoul, South Korea
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Japanese Teacher
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2005 - 2007
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NIPPAN IPS SEOUL
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Seoul, South Korea
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Senior Import Coordinator
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1999 - 2005
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Education
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Seneca College
Diploma, Social Service Worker-Gerontology -
Dongduk Women's University
Bachelor of Arts - BA, Japanese Language and Literature -
Hankuk University
Master of Education - MEd, Foreign Language Teacher Education