Online Learning Coordinator

• Feb 2020 - Present

Adjunct

• May 2022 - Present

Recreational Therapist

• Oct 2021 - Present

Programs Director

• Aug 2018 - Aug 2021

Development Specialist

• Jan 2018 - Aug 2018

Responsible for coordinating the development of new programs, marketing, and community outreach. Responsibilities included:• Developing new programs, program goals, and program evaluations to meet the growing need for respite services• Funding new programs through grant writing and fundraising• Implementing fund development plans in accordance with ethical fundraising principles• Coordinating the design and distribution of marketing and communication materials for development efforts, including social media marketing• Building relationships with community stakeholders to advance the mission and fundraising goals of the organization• Developing and promoting a Recreational Therapy internship program for the agency Show less

Program Coordinator

• Jan 2017 - Dec 2017

Responsible for coordinating all aspects of program and services that children and families receive at Gio’s Garden- Sun Prairie. Duties included:• Maintaining communication with families, addressing concerns and providing support as needed• Managing program volunteers and interns including recruitment, training, and supervision• Building community partnerships to benefit the organization• Maintaining a safe, interactive, and stimulating environment• Ensuring DHS licensing requirements were met and followed by all staff• Assessing, planning, implementing, and evaluating individuals participating in individual therapy Show less

Inclusion Services Field Supervisor

• Jan 2015 - Feb 2016

Assist with coordination of inclusion of individuals with disabilities in inclusive community programs and recreational activities. Duties included: •Collaborating with program directors and specialists to meet participants’ support needs •Developing and implementing inclusion plans of support based on professional assessment and individual history •Observing program participants to confirm support needs are met by initial assessment •Participating in program planning throughout the Madison community •Supervising, coaching and training recreation inclusion staff Show less

Respite Care Specialist

• Jan 2015 - Sep 2015

Recreation Therapy Intern

• Aug 2014 - Dec 2014

Provided recreation therapy services to students with varying abilities and diverse socioeconomic backgrounds. Duties included: •Program development and data monitoring to evaluate effectiveness of interventions •Establishing working relationships with community agencies •Performing regular assessments and leisure diagnostic evaluations •Developing short and long-term goals and objectives for each student •Developing individual service plans based on standardized assessment and students’ Individual Education Programs (IEP) •Collaborating with other disciplines by serving as a member of IEP teams •Evaluating student history, interests, and skills through informal screenings, interviews, and inventories •Implementing activities and evidence based interventions •Modifying interventions based on continuous evaluation of students’ progress toward treatment goals •Documenting services and student progress in response to treatment Show less

Education Assistant

• Aug 2014 - Dec 2014

Provided educational support for adults with developmental disabilities in a course designed to equip individuals with the knowledge and skills to advocate for themselves in regards to healthy friendships, intimate relationships, and sexual health. Provided educational support for adults with developmental disabilities in a course designed to equip individuals with the knowledge and skills to advocate for themselves in regards to healthy friendships, intimate relationships, and sexual health.

Recreation Therapy Intern

• May 2013 - Sep 2013

Provided rehabilitative solutions to assist adults with neurological, orthopedic, cognitive and behavioral impairments for post hospitalization transition into home and community environments. Experience included: •Conducting ongoing assessments and evaluations •Program planning and implementing group and individual interventions based on client assessment and physician orders •Facilitating 1:1 aquatic therapy sessions •Documenting therapeutic activities and progress toward clients’ treatment goals •Administrative duties including scheduling events and staffing •Establishing working relationships with community agencies •Leading direct care staff in group activities and community outings •Participating in multi-disciplinary treatment team to promote cohesive treatment options Show less