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Employee of the Year 2024
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Lisa Witheft

Buckingham

Summary

Knowledgeable Activity Director with solid foundation in planning and coordinating engaging activities for diverse groups. Successfully developed and implemented programs that cater to varied interests, enhancing participant satisfaction. Demonstrated ability in leadership and organizational skills.

Overview

21
21
years of professional experience

Work History

Activity Director

Arc at Dwight
07.2019 - Current
  • Planned and implemented special events, holiday parties and special occasions along with resident requested outings, and residents milestone occasions.
  • Ensured compliance with state regulations and facility policies by maintaining accurate documentation of activity programs.
  • Developed monthly activity calendar.
  • Supervised volunteer staff in the planning and implementation of various activities from bingo, rosary, religious services, dog therapy, book club, etc, ensuring a high level of service was consistently provided for all residents.
  • Trained activity staff members on program development procedures and best practices for engaging diverse populations of older adults and the importance of resident centered programming.
  • Provide safe transportation to facilitate residents attending activities and events outside of facility.
  • Increased physical fitness levels among residents by designing exercise programs such as yoga ball drumming, light up tambourines, that are tailored to individual abilities and preferences.
  • Managed budgets effectively to ensure adequate resources were allocated for all planned activities and events.
  • Trained and supervised staff to consistently meet performance goals and customer service standards.
  • Developed strong relationships with residents and their families, fostering a supportive community environment.
  • Designed wide variety of activities to stimulate interest, involvement, and engagement of residents.
  • Developed monthly staff engagement calendars and lunches to boost employee morale, encourage collaboration and strengthen company culture.

Activity Aide

Riverside Senior Living
02.2004 - 07.2019
  • Planned, coordinated, and implemented activities to address needs of participants with varying abilities.
  • Evaluated supplies and requested purchases to meet activity plans.
  • Documented preferences and helped develop relevant activities.
  • Developed monthly activity calendars catering to diverse interests, ensuring a wide array of options for residents to choose from.
  • Transported residents on outings to facilitate community activity initiatives.
  • Encouraged full participation in activities from all attendees, which helped drive excitement.
  • Assisted in preparing recreational materials and supplies for each activity.

Aquatics Director

Kankakee Area YMCA
09.2012 - 09.2018
  • Quarterly scheduled two pools for organized YMCA swim lessons for all ages, aquatic exercise classes, rentals, etc.
  • Collaborated with schools and home school programs for swim lesson and climbing wall programs.
  • Developed an aquatic handbook for parents.
  • Tracked, organized and cleaned pool equipment and restocked or replaced inventory to keep pool in good working condition.
  • Monitored pH, chlorine, alkalinity and water hardness and took steps to maintain pool at optimal levels.
  • Trained, scheduled and supervised aquatic staff and administered performance evaluations to communicate expectations .
  • Certified in CPR, lifeguard and swim instructor training. Conducted in-service training, meetings and conferences to share ideas and plan aquatic programs.
  • Organized the cardboard boat races for the Kankakee River Valley Regatta. Scheduled lifeguards, safety boats, safety equipment for the event.
  • Developed and managed backyard swim lesson program.
  • Managed outdoor pools for lifeguards and swim classes at the Kankakee Country Club, Bonfield Quarry, Buckingham Sportsman's Club.
  • Collaborated with the youth department to develop swim and climb programs.
  • Maintained max participation in swim lessons for 3 years.

Education

High School Diploma -

Westview High School
Kankakee, IL
05-1982

Skills

  • Activity organization
  • Organizational skills
  • Event planning experience
  • Program development
  • Volunteer recruitment
  • Customer service
  • Multitasking
  • Adaptability and flexibility
  • Staff supervision
  • Event planning

Employee of the Year 2024

I give credit to my activity team for brining my vision to enrich the lives of our residents even if they are here for a short time or long-term.  Our activities are resident centered and we want to give our residents a wonderful experience each and every day.   

Timeline

Activity Director

Arc at Dwight
07.2019 - Current

Aquatics Director

Kankakee Area YMCA
09.2012 - 09.2018

Activity Aide

Riverside Senior Living
02.2004 - 07.2019

High School Diploma -

Westview High School

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