Yasemin Isik

WORK HISTORY

ABOUT YASEMIN ISIK

YASEMIN IŞIK y••••••••@gmail.com PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY Experienced and compassionate Life Enrichment Director with over 20 years of success in skilled nursing, assisted living, and long-term care environments for memory impaired residents. Proven expertise as an interdisciplinarian by meeting individual and team needs, alongside creating up to 6 activities daily and weekly special programs. Recognized for developing effective solutions and implementing positive, lasting changes that enhance resident quality of life. Strong background in social media marketing, visual design, and event presentation to strengthen engagement and community connection. PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE Marquis Life Enrichment Aide and Director December 2005 - Present • Designed and delivered meaningful, resident-centered programs addressing physical, cognitive, emotional, and social needs • Led, trained, and supervised activity staff of 12, fostering a positive, organized, and accountable team culture • Ensured full compliance with state and federal regulations; supported successful audits and surveys Planned and executed themed events, holiday celebrations, and community engagement programs hosting up to 300 people Utilized social media platforms to promote activities and events, increasing family engagement and facility visibility Applied creative design and decorating skills to enhance facility atmosphere and resident experience Collaborated with nursing, therapy, dietary, and social services teams to support holistic care Maintained accurate documentation, assessments, care plans, and activity records using PointClickCare EDUCATION & CERTIFICATIONS Activity Director Certification - NCCAP/ CDP Continenta Academy ServSafe Certified Designer-Certified Professional (Home Country) ADDITIONAL HIGHLIGHTS Foreign Language Fluency: Turkish Repeat employee of the month Positive feedback surveyed from residents Identified gaps in engagement and implemented effective improvements Profesional, compassionate communication with residents and families