Danielle Sweany
Lakeville
Summary
Recreation professional with extensive experience in designing and leading therapeutic activities that foster patient recovery and enrichment.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Recreation Therapist
Elite Recovery, LLC
06.2023 - 02.2025
- Developed the therapeutic recreation curriculum
- Educated patients on creating positive coping skills and healthy personal goals through leisure and recreation modalities.
- Facilitated individual and group recreation therapy sessions to promote independent community-based recreation.
- Documented overall well-being of residents and progress to evaluate activities for enjoyment and efficacy.
Recreation Therapist, Sr.
Abbott Northwestern Hospital
05.2019 - 06.2023
- Increased patient motivation by incorporating creative modalities such as art, music or sports into therapy sessions.
- Maintained accurate records of patient progress through regular documentation and evaluation of therapeutic interventions.
- Assign patients to specific group according to team treatment plan
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for comprehensive patient care and improved treatment outcomes.
- Educated patients on creating positive coping skills and healthy personal goals through leisure and recreation modalities.
Special Education Assistant
Seven Hills Preparatory Academy
08.2017 - 05.2019
- Built trust and rapport with students through positive reinforcement and strong communication skills.
- Assisted students in achieving academic goals by providing one-on-one support and small group instruction.
- Promoted a positive learning environment by creating visual supports, sensory accommodations, and structured routines.
- Collaborated with teachers and other support staff in developing inclusive classroom environments.
- Managed crisis situations calmly, maintaining safety protocols while supporting the emotional well-being of affected students during challenging moments within the school day.
Director of Activities
Hastings Health Care Center
06.2013 - 06.2017
- Review department policies and procedures and make changes as needed
- Ensured smooth operations with efficient scheduling, budgeting, and resource allocation.
- Developed monthly life enrichment calendar and published electronically and in print.
- Developed comprehensive activity plans focusing on physical, mental, social, and emotional well-being of participants.
- Managed a team of activity professionals, providing mentorship, training, and support to enhance their skills and performance.
Education
M.A. - Parks, Recreation, Leisure
University of Minnesota
09-2007
B.A. - Psychology
College of St. Catherine
05-2003
Skills
- Activity planning
- Multicultural sensitivity
- Adaptive programming
- Teamwork and collaboration
Certification
Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialist (CTRS), 01/01/07 - present
Timeline
Recreation Therapist
Elite Recovery, LLC
06.2023 - 02.2025
Recreation Therapist, Sr.
Abbott Northwestern Hospital
05.2019 - 06.2023
Special Education Assistant
Seven Hills Preparatory Academy
08.2017 - 05.2019
Director of Activities
Hastings Health Care Center
06.2013 - 06.2017
M.A. - Parks, Recreation, Leisure
University of Minnesota
B.A. - Psychology
College of St. Catherine
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