Expertise in leading various therapeutic
interventions that promote wellness in the 5
domains of Recreation Therapy: physical,
emotional, social, cognitive and spiritual.
Empathy and compassion
Diligent and detail-oriented documentation
Collaborative experience with interdisciplinary
teams to improve client care and outcomes
CONTACT
SARAH IRBY
Greetings! I am a Certified Therapeutic
Recreation Specialist with a background in
patient care for senior citizens and individuals
experiencing mental health conditions. My
strengths lie in crafting engaging, meaningful
interventions that are infused with enthusiasm
and empathy. My mission is to build a supportive
environment where well-being and personal
growth thrives for patients of all conditions. I am deeply passionate about creating
transformative therapeutic recreation
experiences. My focus is empowering individuals
to overcome barriers to leisure and enhancing
the quality of life for all participants.
PERSONAL PROFILE
KEY SKILLS
WORK EXPERIENCE
CERTIFIED THERAPEUTIC
RECREATION SPECIALIST
(CTRS)
QUALIFICATIONS
Bachelor of Science
Longwood University
Certified Therapeutic Recreation
Therapist (CTRS) ID- 83980
2016 - 2021
2021-2026
Expression Therapist (PRN)
HCA Healthcare Sept 2024 - Present
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REFERENCES
Medtronic
Jennifer Lindsay
Matthew Majikes
Trinity Episcopal School
Senior Intern
Poplar Springs Hospital Sept 2020- Jan 2021
Provide group therapy sessions utilizing creative
expression techniques (art, music, drama) to
enhance emotional regulation and self-awareness
in clients.
Curated and presented creative recreation therapy
interventions for adolescents and adults with mental health needs.
Observed client’s progress toward goals and provided clinical documentation that accurately reflected
treatment outcomes
Designed and executed a monthly calendar of
engaging and age appropriate activities.
Supervised all facets of the activities department including: budgeting, volunteers, clinical
documentation etc.
Nov 2021- Jun 2022
Activities Director
Beaufont Health & Rehab