LELA MIKKELSON
****-** ****** ** 780-***-****
*************@*****.***
I am seeking challenging full-time employment that utilizes my extensive consultative and human resource skills and that offers opportunities for career advancement. I am ambitious and motivated, and I find fulfillment in meeting the demands of challenging employment.
EXPERIENCE
MAY 2013-PRESENT
CONTRACTED ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT, Lifemax occupational therapy Inc
Development and maintenance of forms and documentation for the increased productivity of the company.
Website management and design.
Assist in the administrative process of conducting Capacity Assessments, functional assessments, DATS appeals, and Aging in Place Audits for Persons with Developmental Disabilities (PDD), seniors, and other clients.
Creation of electronic surveys with corresponding excel data import capabilities
Creation of an Excel based program which resulted in the increased efficiency of a new occupational therapy service in development.
Communication with clients to manage intake, schedule appointments, and provide follow up education. Includes answering procedural questions.
Correspondence and telephone communication with clients/patients
Transcription of clinical notes, word processing, filing, record keeping.
Maintained confidentiality at all times as per HIA and FOIPP legislation.
MAY 2013-PRESENT
SELF EMPLOYED, sunshine companion services
~Services for Seniors and Persons with Developmental Disabilities~
Communicating with Office of the Public Guardian and trustee, Support Staff, Family, Doctors
Companion Services such as; visitations, outings, and shopping
Recreational Services, such as games, puzzle making, walks, cards
Appointment Accompaniment, including arranging, scheduling and providing reports to stakeholders.
Adept at behaviour management, de-escalation, sensory and social stimulation, and providing person-centered quality of life experiences.
OCTOBER 2008-MAY 2013
UNIT CLERK/RECREATION AIDE, shepherd’s care greenfield
Independently Organized, implemented and evaluated the Recreation Programs. Program development and fundraising.
Provided 1:1 and group interventions with residents in care
Facilitated tours to potential residents/families and answering all questions concerning facility, program and procedures of intake and placement.
Consulted with family, OPG, OPT, Physicians, Laboratory, regarding scheduling, and ensuring all resident needs were being met. (appointment scheduling, supplies, funds, meeting correspondence etc.)
Chart creation, organization/, and updating according to Alberta Health Services (AHS) policies/procedures
Audit preparations
Prepared forms, schedules and general standards in compliance with AHS standards for record keeping and audit preparation
Managed supply inventory of for the facility including expense approvals, ordering and invoice preparation, in compliance with company standards.
Volunteer coordination and event planning
Payroll Timekeeping, including time sheet verification, scheduling, and follow-up with employees according to schedule bi weekly.
Maintained confidentiality at all times.
AUPE Council representative and Convention delegate
OHS committee member- identifying hazards, preventative measures and maintain MSDS sheets- in compliance with company policy and OHS standards.
EDUCATION
2016
EMERGENCY FIRST AID,CPR LEVEL C INSTRUCTOR- SHERRY SKINNER
2011
CCSA MUSCULOSKELETAL INJURY PREVENTION, IN HOUSE – SHEPHERDS CARE FOUNDATION
2011
RESPIRATOR COMPLIANCE-N95 FIT TESTING, IN HOUSE – SHEPHERDS CARE FOUNDATION
2010
FOOD SAFETY COURSE, LEVEL 1 AND 2, IN HOUSE – SHEPHERDS CARE FOUNDATION
1995
JOURNEYMAN CERTIFICATE IN HAIRSTYLING, Est-Elle Acadamy of Hair Design
1400 COURSE HOURS, 1400 APPRENTICESHIP HOURS, FINAL JOURNEYMAN’S EXAM (PASSING MARK 80%) AS WELL AS THE INTERPROVINCIAL EXAM FOR RED SEAL (PASSING MARK 75%)
1991
HIGH SCHOOL, John Paul II High School
SKILLS
Very Professional with the ability to work calmly in stressful situations
Excellent communication skills
Computer skills include, but not limited to Windows/remote desktop, Website building and maintaining, Microsoft Office; word, excel, outlook and power point
Ability to learn and adapt quickly
Extremely organized and very conscientious of time management
ACTIVITIES
My most treasured time is spending wholesome time with family and friends, fishing, and camping. I enjoy crafts, yard work, gardening and building.
I believe in putting my best effort into everything, which includes helping others whenever possible.
REFFERENCES
PAUL HUGET, OWNER, LIFEMAX OCCUPATIONAL THERAPY INC. Phone 780-***-****
CASSIE SAUNDERS, OWNER, LA BELLE COULEUR INC. Phone 587-***-****