Christena Rontey
Gastonia,NC
Summary
Organized Activity Director with proven track record of planning, organizing and administering activities in multilevel settings. Strong experience in coordinating and executing events and activities. Skilled in developing personal bonds with staff and residents. Committed to adhering to state compliance requirements for conducting activities.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Activity Director
Peak Resources Shelby
2024.06 - Current
- Worked with nursing team to identify and document changes in patient mental acuity and physical abilities.
- Designed wide variety of activities to stimulate interest, involvement, and engagement of patients.
- Supervised Activities Assistant and conducted performance evaluations.
- Maintained running inventory of supplies and purchases to monitor budget expenditures.
- Conducted clinical observations during activities, noting emotional, and behavioral health.
- Assigned work to staff, set schedules, and motivated strong performance in key areas.
Customer Service Representative
Banfield Pet Hospital
2021.08 - 2023.09
- Responded to customer requests for products, services, and company information.
- Reduced process inconsistencies and effectively trained team members on best practices and protocols.
- Increased efficiency and team productivity by promoting operational best practices.
- Responded to customer requests, offering excellent support and tailored recommendations to address needs.
- Monitored cash drawers in multiple checkout stations and maintained adequate cash supply.
Life Enrichment Coordinator
Mint Hill Senior Living
2019.11 - 2021.04
- Worked with nursing team to identify and document changes in patient mental acuity and physical abilities.
- Arranged outings as part of recreational program.
- Networked with community organizations and leaders for volunteer opportunities and cooperative engagements.
- Maintained running inventory of supplies and purchases to monitor budget expenditures.
- Trained and provided information to new volunteers to contribute to activities and programs in constructive ways.
Activity Assistant
Peak Resources of Charlotte
2017.08 - 2019.04
- Promoted exceptional quality of life for residents by innovating, organizing, and conducting entertaining and stimulating activities.
- Scheduled movies, entertainment, and other special events.
- Documented preferences and helped develop relevant activities.
- Evaluated supplies and requested purchases to meet activity plans.
- Planned, coordinated, and implemented activities to address needs of participants with varying abilities.
- Helped residents build and maintain interpersonal relationships, social skills, mental abilities, and confidence.
Education
Activity Director Certification -
Rowan-Cabarrus Community College
Salisbury, NC2019-07
Associate of Arts - Fine Art Education
Academy of Art University
San Francisco, CA2005-06
GED -
Treasure Island Job Corps
San Francisco, CA2003-05
Skills
- Comprehensive event management experience
- Participant monitoring
- Patient evaluations
- Volunteer recruitment
- Event planning background
- Social media strategy
- Team leadership
- Problem-solving
- Staff leadership
Timeline
Activity Director
Peak Resources Shelby
2024.06 - Current
Customer Service Representative
Banfield Pet Hospital
2021.08 - 2023.09
Life Enrichment Coordinator
Mint Hill Senior Living
2019.11 - 2021.04
Activity Assistant
Peak Resources of Charlotte
2017.08 - 2019.04
Activity Director Certification -
Rowan-Cabarrus Community College
Associate of Arts - Fine Art Education
Academy of Art University
GED -
Treasure Island Job Corps