Director of Community Life - North Oaks Senior Living - Baltimore, MD
(2023-01)
Engage residents; assist them to age in place successfully, with good health and happiness
- Orient new residents to the community, assist in fostering friendships
- Plan and implement social, educational and religious programming
- Oversee in-house programs, including fitness, volunteer, community TV, Peabody musician and MICA artist-in-residence, outdoor garden and salon
- Coordinate monthly activity schedule and newsletter
- Cultivate relationships with presenters and performers to provide on-site programming
- Plan trips, including reservations, meals, docents and special accommodations
- Create promotional materials for programs, displays and educational use
- Liaise with community groups, schools and organizations, including inter-generational activities
- Work with Resident Council and committees to support a vibrant resident culture
- Identify and recommend additional services within the continuum of care, serving on Residential Healthcare Committee
- Train new employees in Diversity, Culture and Understanding workshop
- Provide excellent customer service for residents and families
Resident Service Coordinator/Director - Weinberg Village/CHAI - Owings Mills, MD
(2006-01 - 2023-12)
Assist residents in maintaining independent living and improving their quality of life
- Perform assessments, including physical, mental and emotional and health; evaluate support systems, social engagement, self-care, medical and nutrition needs
- Provide care management and develop personalized service plans based on resident's needs assessment
- Act as a liaison between community agencies, service providers, management, family members and resident
- Monitor and regularly reassess care plans; document in electronic record keeping system
- Program planning and implementation, including government benefits, legal, social and religious
- Ensure compliance with governmental and regulatory agencies
- Prepare documentation, reports and surveys
- Supervise on-site services, including shuttle bus system, meal programs, health center, market, cafe
- Operate budget and assist in grant proposals
- Develop new efficient and time-saving systems
- Represent organization in professional and community forums
- Strong oral, written and interpersonal skills
- Work as a senior team leader, interfacing with key stakeholders
Health Educator - Self-employed - Baltimore, MD
(1999-01 - 2006-12)
- Developed and implemented community health programs; emphasizing physical, social, emotional and spiritual needs
- Presented at various senior centers, community groups and religious institutions
- Evaluated programs with pre- and post-testing
Nutrition Specialist - Child and Adult Care Food Program/Planning Council - Baltimore, MD
(1997-01 - 1999-12)
- Evaluated licensed daycares' menu plans for accuracy and compliance with government policies
- Provided nutrition education to licensed daycare providers through personalized home visits
Licensed Daycare Provider - Self-employed - Baltimore, MD
(1990-01 - 2006-12)
- Organized, managed and implemented a successful daycare business, emphasizing creative and quality educational programming
- Followed guidelines for government compliance
- Created and maintained detailed records and reports
Health Educator - Johns Hopkins Health System - Baltimore, MD
(1986-01 - 1990-12)
- Developed health and wellness programs for people of all ages
- Counseled clients individually and in groups
