Yeniela Perez

Hello my is Yeniela Perez, I graduated from Lehman College with a bachelor’s degree in Recreational Therapist. Some activities that enjoy doing are ice skating, learning about other individual‘s culture by visiting different restaurant, and spending quality time with family and friends.

Uniqlo NY, NY November 2019 - Present

Sale Associate 

• Worked in the customer service industry for over 2 years with knowledge in clothing products, ability to interact with customers that speak different languages and/or have different disabilities, operate cash registers, and train others on the sales floor. 

Fort Tryon Center for Rehabilitation and Nursing NY, NY October 2021- November 2021

Recreational Therapist

• Create treatment plans according to residents needs and strengths 
• Plan and conduct activities targeting residents needs and interests
• Document all activities conducted and assessment completed with each resident 
• Help residents improve quality of life in the following domains (physical, cognitive, emotional, spiritual, and social) by participating in activities of their interest
• Maintain friends and families ties by providing video calls or phone call with loved ones
• Encourage residents to participate in activities and socialize with others 
• Provide social skills that will help residents socialized effectively with others and become more independent reducing the amount of time spent alone 
• Provide one to one visits with residents to build a trusting relationships and rapport 

Lehman College

• Bachelor’s Degree in Therapeutic Recreation