Samantha Jefferys
Summary
Selfless Activity Director with strong talents in planning and executing daily activities and encouraging resident participation. Adept at managing a monthly calendar, personalizing activities, coordinating volunteers and handling activity budgets. Outstanding people skills and react calmly to emergency situations.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Activities Officer
Ny-Ku Byun Elders Village
06.2023 - Current
- Enhanced participant engagement by designing and implementing diverse activities tailored to various age groups and interests.
- Planned and coordinated monthly recreational and leisure calendar for facility population.
- Boosted community involvement by coordinating and promoting special events, such as holiday celebrations and cultural festivals.
- Implemented flexible scheduling options for activities in response to participant feedback, increasing satisfaction levels among busy families.
Personal Carer
Ny-Ku Byun Elders Village
10.2021 - 06.2023
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Provided emotional support during difficult times, offering companionship and empathy to enhance mental wellbeing.
- Facilitated activities of daily living such as grooming, dressing, and personal hygiene for increased self-esteem and confidence among patients.
- Provided safe mobility support to help patients move around personal and public spaces.
Private Carer
Private Client
03.2017 - 06.2019
- Provided high-quality personal care services including bathing, grooming, dressing, toileting assistance while maintaining dignity and privacy of the clients.
- Maintained a clean and comfortable home environment for clients, performing light housekeeping duties, meal preparation, and laundry services.
- Promoted client independence by identifying areas for improvement and implementing strategies to enhance self-sufficiency in daily tasks.
- Continuously updated professional knowledge and skills through ongoing training programs, workshops, and certifications to deliver the best possible care to clients.
Education
No Degree - Veterinarian Assisting
Online Courses Australia
Online03.2025
No Degree - Certificate Lll in Individual Support
Strategix
Online06.2024
Skills
- Activity Organization
- Event planning experience
- Organizational Skills
- Small group leadership
Timeline
Activities Officer
Ny-Ku Byun Elders Village
06.2023 - Current
Personal Carer
Ny-Ku Byun Elders Village
10.2021 - 06.2023
Private Carer
Private Client
03.2017 - 06.2019
No Degree - Veterinarian Assisting
Online Courses Australia
No Degree - Certificate Lll in Individual Support
Strategix
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