Jarosz Resume
Jennifer Jarosz | 300 Seaport Ln, Mt. Pleasant, SC 29464| ------------ | ------------
EXPERIENCE
Activities Assistant, White Oak Manor, May 2019- Current, North Charleston, SC
• Conduct assessments using the MDS Section F.
• Evaluate and interpret assessment data to determine appropriate goals and interventions.
• Design and develop programs based on the dimensions of wellness.
• Facilitate daily activities 5 days a week to improve resident’s quality of life.
• Assist residents in the dining room by providing adaptive utensils and feeding.
• Document progress with daily, quarterly, and annual notes.
• Assist residents with transferring in wheel chairs and walkers daily.
• Encourage residents to participate in activities to promote independence and build confidence.
• Built rapport and meaningful relationships with residents and staff.
Recreational Therapy Intern, The Fountains at the Albemarle, January 2019- April 2019, Tarboro, NC
• Conducted assessments using the MDS to newly admitted residents in skilled nursing.
• Evaluated and interpreted assessment data to determine necessary treatment.
• Designed, implemented, and evaluated recreational therapy services for residents with cognitive, emotional,
physical, and social impairments using evidence-based research.
• Developed individualized treatment plans for clients using goals and objectives.
• Facilitated a variety of group interventions 5 days a week to residents in 4 units including skilled nursing, memory care, assisted living, and independent living.
• Documented progress with daily notes.
• Assisted residents transferring in wheel chairs and walkers daily, including community outings.
• Emphasized residents’ abilities and encouraged residents to participate in interventions to promote independence and build confidence.
• Built rapport and maintained meaningful relationships with residents and staff of other disciplines.
• Educated residents and family members on interventions being provided.
Camp Counselor, Camp Paivika, June 2017- August 2017, Crestline, CA
• Provided a sense of inclusion to people 8-65 years in age with a variety of physical and intellectual disabilities and severities.
• Assisted 30-60 campers each week with personal care, including showering, toileting, grooming, and use of Hoyer lift.
• Encouraged campers to participate in activities and activities of daily living to promote independence and build confidence.
• Communicated with nonverbal individuals with sign language and communication devices.
• Documented camper behavior and experience in order to keep records of camper progress from year to year.
Inclusion Counselor, Camp Escape, June 2018-August 2018, Greenville, NC
• Provided one-on-one care and assistance for kids with intellectual disabilities.
• Supervised, planned, and facilitated activities for 30 kids and provided assistance during field trip outings.
Group Fitness Instructor, East Carolina University, August 2016- August 2018, Greenville, NC
• Lead approximately 3-5 group exercises classes a week to a total of 30-60 ECU faculty, staff, and students to promote healthy living and teach them the foundations of exercise.
• Attended various trainings and continued education to further develop my skills as a group fitness instructor to provide better quality classes to participants.
• Presented at the 2017 NoCRSA conference to promote ECU’s Adventure Fitness program to approximately 35 professional and student staff of other North Carolina Institutions.
• ACE Certified Group Fitness Instructor, BodyPump Certified, and Queenax certified.
LEADERSHIP ACTIVITIES
Cheerleading Coach, Special Olympics, January 2019-March 2019, Greenville, NC
• Coached 15 athletes with intellectual and physical disabilities the fundamentals of cheerleading.
• Managed behaviors of athletes provided support to athletes during practice and provided athletes with a positive mentor.
President, Recreational Therapy Student Society, January 2018-December 2018, East Carolina University
• Lead approximately 70 members during society meetings to provide them with information relevant to volunteer and networking opportunities.
• Collaborated with local agencies, organized volunteer opportunities for members, planned and assisted with events.
EDUCATION
East Carolina University, Greenville, NC, May 2019
Bachelor of Science in Recreational Therapy, Honors: Dean’s List, GPA 3.5
Jennifer Jarosz | 300 Seaport Ln, Mt. Pleasant, SC 29464| ------------ | ------------
EXPERIENCE
Activities Assistant, White Oak Manor, May 2019- Current, North Charleston, SC
• Conduct assessments using the MDS Section F.
• Evaluate and interpret assessment data to determine appropriate goals and interventions.
• Design and develop programs based on the dimensions of wellness.
• Facilitate daily activities 5 days a week to improve resident’s quality of life.
• Assist residents in the dining room by providing adaptive utensils and feeding.
• Document progress with daily, quarterly, and annual notes.
• Assist residents with transferring in wheel chairs and walkers daily.
• Encourage residents to participate in activities to promote independence and build confidence.
• Built rapport and meaningful relationships with residents and staff.
Recreational Therapy Intern, The Fountains at the Albemarle, January 2019- April 2019, Tarboro, NC
• Conducted assessments using the MDS to newly admitted residents in skilled nursing.
• Evaluated and interpreted assessment data to determine necessary treatment.
• Designed, implemented, and evaluated recreational therapy services for residents with cognitive, emotional,
physical, and social impairments using evidence-based research.
• Developed individualized treatment plans for clients using goals and objectives.
• Facilitated a variety of group interventions 5 days a week to residents in 4 units including skilled nursing, memory care, assisted living, and independent living.
• Documented progress with daily notes.
• Assisted residents transferring in wheel chairs and walkers daily, including community outings.
• Emphasized residents’ abilities and encouraged residents to participate in interventions to promote independence and build confidence.
• Built rapport and maintained meaningful relationships with residents and staff of other disciplines.
• Educated residents and family members on interventions being provided.
Camp Counselor, Camp Paivika, June 2017- August 2017, Crestline, CA
• Provided a sense of inclusion to people 8-65 years in age with a variety of physical and intellectual disabilities and severities.
• Assisted 30-60 campers each week with personal care, including showering, toileting, grooming, and use of Hoyer lift.
• Encouraged campers to participate in activities and activities of daily living to promote independence and build confidence.
• Communicated with nonverbal individuals with sign language and communication devices.
• Documented camper behavior and experience in order to keep records of camper progress from year to year.
Inclusion Counselor, Camp Escape, June 2018-August 2018, Greenville, NC
• Provided one-on-one care and assistance for kids with intellectual disabilities.
• Supervised, planned, and facilitated activities for 30 kids and provided assistance during field trip outings.
Group Fitness Instructor, East Carolina University, August 2016- August 2018, Greenville, NC
• Lead approximately 3-5 group exercises classes a week to a total of 30-60 ECU faculty, staff, and students to promote healthy living and teach them the foundations of exercise.
• Attended various trainings and continued education to further develop my skills as a group fitness instructor to provide better quality classes to participants.
• Presented at the 2017 NoCRSA conference to promote ECU’s Adventure Fitness program to approximately 35 professional and student staff of other North Carolina Institutions.
• ACE Certified Group Fitness Instructor, BodyPump Certified, and Queenax certified.
LEADERSHIP ACTIVITIES
Cheerleading Coach, Special Olympics, January 2019-March 2019, Greenville, NC
• Coached 15 athletes with intellectual and physical disabilities the fundamentals of cheerleading.
• Managed behaviors of athletes provided support to athletes during practice and provided athletes with a positive mentor.
President, Recreational Therapy Student Society, January 2018-December 2018, East Carolina University
• Lead approximately 70 members during society meetings to provide them with information relevant to volunteer and networking opportunities.
• Collaborated with local agencies, organized volunteer opportunities for members, planned and assisted with events.
EDUCATION
East Carolina University, Greenville, NC, May 2019
Bachelor of Science in Recreational Therapy, Honors: Dean’s List, GPA 3.5