Samantha Klocko
Ellicott City
Summary
Goal driven individual seeking a full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Resident Lifestyle Director
Cadence Senior Living
06.2023 - 08.2024
- Designed comprehensive monthly activity calendars that catered to the interests of a wide range of residents.
- Managed a team of three full time employees.
- Implemented creative marketing strategies to promote upcoming events and increase participation rates among residents.
- Evaluated program success through regular feedback collection from residents, adjusting offerings as necessary based on their preferences.
- Managed the Lifestyle department budget efficiently to maximize resources and provide high-quality programming.
- Partnered with other departments within the community to ensure seamless collaboration on joint initiatives.
- Established strong relationships with local vendors and businesses to secure partnerships for community events.
Recreation Therapist
Little Sisters of the Poor St. Martins Home
02.2018 - 07.2019
- Instrumental in designing and implementing Recreational Therapy Program for select clientele
- Counseled 20 residents to understand and address emotional and social barriers
- Educated staff on benefits of Recreation Therapy Program
- Coordinated with interdisciplinary team during weekly care meetings
- Performed budget management tasks such as developing data analysis and expense reporting.
- Recorded and monitored patient progress using Point Click Care to document responses to therapy
- Created individualized treatment programs in collaboration with physicians and recommended specialist referrals
Recreation Therapist
Hebrew Home of Greater Washington
06.2015 - 02.2018
- Prepared and submitted reports and charts to treatment team to reflect patient reactions and evidence of progress or regression
- Worked closely with caregivers and relatives of patients to explain treatment plans, objectives and expected outcomes
- Successful planned and executed programs to address all domains of 75 residents
- Participated in site wide training programs as well continuing education units to enhance professional development
- Liaised with five healthcare professionals on interdisciplinary team to assess residents' needs, progress and well-being
- Used Point Click Care to manage care plans and document data for long- and short-term residents
Activities Assistant
Sunrise Senior Living
04.2014 - 06.2015
- Assisted in maintaining balanced resident centered activity programs for 30 individuals
- Maintained master calendar and relevant records
- Coordinated off-site activities and accompanied residents throughout excursions.
- Planned weekly activities schedule for assigned group and facilitated smooth transitions for on-time arrival
- Supported office staff during busy times by answering telephone calls and emails, photocopying and faxing
Education
Master of Science - Healthcare Administration
University of Maryland Global Campus
Adelphi, MD12.2020
Bachelor of Arts - Recreation Therapy
University of North Carolina
Wilmington, NC12.2013
Skills
- Proficient in Microsoft Office
- Typing speed of 55 WPM
- Schedule Management
- Document and File Management
- Critical Thinking
- Multitasking and Time Management
- Organization
- Communication
- Proactive and Self-Motivated
- Confidentiality and Data Protection
- Managed Care
- Proactive and Self-Motivated
- Confidentiality and Data Protection
Certification
- CTRS - Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialist (6/13-6/19)
Timeline
Resident Lifestyle Director
Cadence Senior Living
06.2023 - 08.2024
Recreation Therapist
Little Sisters of the Poor St. Martins Home
02.2018 - 07.2019
Recreation Therapist
Hebrew Home of Greater Washington
06.2015 - 02.2018
Activities Assistant
Sunrise Senior Living
04.2014 - 06.2015
- CTRS - Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialist (6/13-6/19)
Master of Science - Healthcare Administration
University of Maryland Global Campus
Bachelor of Arts - Recreation Therapy
University of North Carolina
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