Keyana Howard

Enthusiastic and creative experienced recreation program professional looking to apply knowledge and experience in an entry level Therapeutic Recreation position. I am seeking a position in a positive work environment and wish to bring with me creativity, critical thinking, and encouragement.

Practicum - Lakeridge Health

(2026)

• Completed a 100 hour practicum
• Facilitated programs for patients on the recovery and behavioral unit
• Responsible for charting daily updates of client's participation on the Epic system
• Supported other staff members during group programming and social events

Activity Aide - Orchard Villa

(2021 - 2022)

• Planned and implemented programs for the residents of the long-term care units at Orchard Villa
• Planned and organized group events, socials, and group outings
• Charted and completed quarterly raps and care plans for residents files via Point Click Care
• Input daily attendance and involvement via Activity Pro to monitor the residence recreation participation
• Assisted in the dinning lounge during mealtimes helping to seat, serve, and feed residence

Field Placement - OSCC John Street Oshawa - Oshawa

(2021 - 2021)

• Completed a 14-week field placement
• Responsible for helping to plan and implement programs to help with physical and cognitive abilities for seniors
• Making activity guides/packages for seniors at home
• Responsible for helping to modify activities based on clients' abilities.

Customer Service Representative - Softmoc Head office

(2020 - 2021)

• Conducted investigations regarding customer complaints or lost products
• Responsible for managing customer files, maintaining orders of INSTOCKS and communicating with management and other staff
• Team environment requiring strong communication and planning to accomplish tasks

Day Activity Volunteer - Day Activity Applewood Manor

(2019 - 2019)

• Planned a day program for the Seniors at Applewood
• Assisted the residence in building the bird feeders
• Responsible for making sure residence had the assistance they needed
• Responsible for planning and implementing the program

Cashier/Sales associate - Winners/Homesense

(2017 - 2020)

• Assisted in processing new stock in the warehouse and on the floor.
• Was responsible for cashing customers out of the store and providing help for returns/exchanges.
• Supported the sales floor team in creating new features and displays.

Diploma - Recreation Therapy - Canadore College (2025 - 2026)

Diploma - Recreation and Leisure Studies - Fleming College (2020 - 2021)

Certificate - Pre-Health Science - Durham College (2019 - 2020)