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Heide Aparecida ARAUJO
Hawthorn Woods,Illinois
Summary
Dedicated professional with history of meeting company goals utilizing consistent and organized practices. Skilled in working under pressure and adapting to new situations and challenges to best enhance the organizational brand.
Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure entry-level position. Ready to help team achieve company goals.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Life Guidance Activity Specialist
Atria Senior Living
08.2022 - Current
- Maintained and ordered supplies for activities.
- Worked with nursing team to identify and document changes in patient mental acuity and physical abilities.
- Performed assessments on activity programs to determine what specific activities were suitable.
- Developed monthly life enrichment calendar and published electronically and in print.
- Networked with community organizations and leaders for volunteer opportunities and cooperative engagements.
- Drafted budgets for programs and ordered materials that were needed for certain activities.
- Developed and lead intergenerational activities to encourage mental agility of patients.
- Arranged outings as part of recreational program.
- Provided clear instruction to activity and program participants to deliver fun and safety.
- Planned weekly activities schedule for assigned group and facilitated smooth transitions for on-time arrival.
Entertainment & Programming Coordinator
Spectrum Retirement Communities LLC.
06.2022 - Current
- Planned, coordinated and implemented activities to address needs of participants with varying abilities.
- Transported and escorted program participants to and from activities and on field trips.
- Helped residents build and maintain interpersonal relationships, social skills, mental abilities and confidence.
- Coordinated off-site activities and accompanied residents throughout excursions.
- Documented preferences and helped develop relevant activities.
- Led daily exercises to promote development and maintenance of physical and mental abilities.
CNA
Dial Senior Living
12.2020 - Current
- Cared for residents in assisted living facility and delivered high-quality support to meet needs.
- Engaged residents through events, small groups and personal attention.
- Participated in fun group activities with patients to boost mood, improve overall memory and provide light entertainment.
- Provided care to patients throughout lifespan with consideration of aging processes, human development stages and culture.
- Helped residents build and maintain interpersonal relationships, social skills, mental abilities and confidence.
CNA
Atria Senior Living
09.2020 - 12.2020
Social Woker
PSF UNASP Public Health
02.2010 - 04.2015
- Coordinated program referrals for community-based resources.
- Carried out day-day-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
- Offered friendly and efficient service to customers, handled challenging situations with ease.
- Used advanced counseling skills and evidence-based practices to establish goals and treatment plans with patients.
- Led counseling group to discuss topics such as eating disorders and relationship issues.
Clinical Social Worker
CAPS AD
10.2009 - 01.2012
- Performed short-term therapy, provided education and responded to crisis situations.
- Helped clients develop new coping mechanisms and techniques to drive behavior modification.
- Maintained regular contact with clients by calling and visiting clients' homes.
- Developed and facilitated goal-oriented psycho-education and therapy groups to improve residents' quality of life.
- Developed Functional Behavioral Assessment and Positive Behavioral Intervention Plan to identify cause of problem behavior, formulate strategies to address behavior and teach new behavioral skills..
- Recommended long-term residential treatment, short-term residential treatment and individualized and group drug counseling for clients with substance abuse issues.
Nurse Technician
Hospital Premier - Cooperativa
01.2003 - 07.2009
Education
M.D. - Public Health
Andrews University
Berrien Springs, MI07.2024
Bachelor of Social Work -
Unisa
Sao Paulo07.2009
Associate of Science - Technician in Nurse
Instituto Adventista De Ensino
Sao Paulo - Brazil12.2002
Skills
- Creative Activities
- Friendly, Positive Attitude
- Mental and Physical Exercise
- Mental Health Support
- Recreational Program Implementation
- Therapeutic Services
- Engagement Activities
- Interdisciplinary Care
- Social Support
- Crisis Situations
Languages
Portuguese
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Professional Working
Timeline
Life Guidance Activity Specialist
Atria Senior Living
08.2022 - Current
Entertainment & Programming Coordinator
Spectrum Retirement Communities LLC.
06.2022 - Current
CNA
Dial Senior Living
12.2020 - Current
CNA
Atria Senior Living
09.2020 - 12.2020
Social Woker
PSF UNASP Public Health
02.2010 - 04.2015
Clinical Social Worker
CAPS AD
10.2009 - 01.2012
Nurse Technician
Hospital Premier - Cooperativa
01.2003 - 07.2009
M.D. - Public Health
Andrews University
Bachelor of Social Work -
Unisa
Associate of Science - Technician in Nurse
Instituto Adventista De Ensino
Volunteer
Volunteer at AMITA Health St. Alexius Medical Center Hoffman Estates - Mental Health Volunteer at AMITA Hinsdale Hospital - Labor and Delivery