Meagan Lee
Molesworth,Tas
Summary
My current role as activities coordinator for both of Glenview's facilities - Glenview and Korongee Village requires me to develop innovative ways to engage people of varying abilities, personalities, likes and dislikes.
I create high quality activities to meet the social, emotional and physical need of almost 200 residents. Most of whom are people living with dementia and other cognitive impairments.
This requires me to assess individual needs, desires and behaviours to provide both individual support and group engagement. Strategies are required to ensure all residents needs are met in both of these settings.
I currently manage a team of 8 staff across the two sites and have proudly created a fantastic team culture by providing positive mentoring and coaching for the team.
I have superior communication skills with people living with dementia and their care givers and LOVE making a difference to their quality of life as part of my role.
I look forward to a new role where I can continue to drive positive change in the way dementia care is provided and promote practical and effective strategies to enhance the quality of life of those affected by the disease.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Activities Coordinator
Glenview Community Services
11.2012 - Current
- Provide wholistic support to aged care residents including people living with dementia.
- Enhance participant engagement by incorporating creative activities and events into the daily schedule.
- Develop new programs for improved resident satisfaction and overall wellbeing.
- Collaborate with residents, caregivers and other staff to best determine residents needs.
- Provide suitable and individualised strategies to equip staff in supporting residents with behaviours of concern.
- Arrange diverse activities, addressing various interests and promoting social interaction among participants.
- Assess residents regularly to ensure all social and emotional needs are met.
- Document behaviours, strategies and other information to support improved quality of life.
- Facilitate larger events for residents and guests to enjoy.
- Increase activity participation by maintaining a welcoming and inclusive environment for all attendees.
- Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to provide holistic care and support for residents' needs.
- Manage budgetary constraints effectively by identifying cost-efficient activities and materials.
- Evaluate participant feedback to continuously improve programming quality and relevance.
Hairdresser
Circles Hair
05.2010 - 06.2012
All aspects of hairdressing.
Cafe Worker
Central Food Court
06.2003 - 06.2011
All aspects of cafe work.
Education
Certificate IV - Leisure And Health
TasTAFE
Hobart, TAS06.2016
Diploma - Management
Learning Partners
Tasmania11.2014
Certificate III - Aged, Home And Community Care
Tasmanian Polytechnic
Tasmania12.2012
Skills
- High level dementia care experience and expertise
- Great understanding of appropriate strategies to assist in dementia care
- Strong leadership, coaching and mentoring abilities
- Strong decision making skills
- Creative thinking
- Dedicated team player
- Team management (leading a team of 8 staff)
- Able to work autonomously
- Empathetic nature
- Strong interpersonal skills
- Event planning and promotion
- Computer literate
- Attention to detail
about me
I am currently looking for an exciting new challenge! After 11 years in my current role, the time has come to make a change.
My overarching goal is to make a positive difference in peoples lives.
My current role is in aged care as a leisure and lifestyle coordinator across 2 aged care facilities, including Tasmania's first purpose built dementia village.
I have great passion and skill in Dementia care and strive to see improved standards of care and quality of life for people living with dementia and their caregivers.
REFEREE
Rene Wise
Director of Business Excellence
Corumbene Care
rwise@iprimus.com.au
0417 525 211
Rene is my current direct manager at Glenview, finishing her role there to move to Corumbene in the coming days.
Skye Bowron
Skye was a previous Manager at Glenview Community Services
s.a.bowron@gmail.com
0466315533
HOBBIES AND INTERESTS
Bushwalking and camping
Gardening
Family
Health and fitness
Timeline
Activities Coordinator
Glenview Community Services
11.2012 - Current
Hairdresser
Circles Hair
05.2010 - 06.2012
Cafe Worker
Central Food Court
06.2003 - 06.2011
Certificate IV - Leisure And Health
TasTAFE
Diploma - Management
Learning Partners
Certificate III - Aged, Home And Community Care
Tasmanian Polytechnic
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