608 W. Graves Rd. | Spokane, WA. 99218 | (509)-496-3501 | chelsey.pangborn@eagles.ewu.

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Professional Profile
An upcoming graduate of the Therapeutic Recreation Program at Eastern Washington University, with
direct experience in a pediatric orthopaedic hospital environment, community and independent living
settings for adults with developmentally and mentally disabilities, direct care for foster children with
developmental disabilities, and a medically-supervised summer camp for kids touched by cancer.
Specializes in pediatric and adolescent care. Now seeking to contribute my experience, skills, and
expertise to the recreation therapy team at a childrens hospital, with an emphasis on Child Life.

Education
Bachelor of Arts in Therapeutic Recreation | Eastern Washington University
3.91 GPA | Deans List
Cheney, WA
Graduation date: June 13, 2015
Child Life Specialist Certification | Eastern Washington University
3.91 GPA | Deans List
Cheney, WA
Graduation date: June 13, 2015
Pre-Nursing Studies | Spokane Community College
Presidents Honor Roll
Spokane, WA
September 2012-April 2013
Associates Degree (Direct Transfer Degree) | Spokane Falls Community
Presidents Honor Roll
Spokane, WA
June 2012
High School Diploma | Mead High School
Valedictorian
Spokane, WA
June 2010

Work Experience
Community Living Instructor (CLI) | The Arc of Spokane | Spokane, WA | 2014-Current
Assisted, guided, and encouraged residents in accomplishing daily living activities.
Ensured proper personal care and well-being of each individual.
Provided proper documentation for residents Individual Service Plan (ISP) goals and activities.
Cashier/Sales | Big 5 Sporting Goods | Spokane, WA | 2011-2014
Demonstrated fun, fast, and genuine customer service.
Interacted with customers and ensured a quality shopping experience.
Initiated customer sales and prepared store for weekly/monthly sales.
Caretaker | WA State Department of Social & Health Services | Spokane, WA | Summer 2014
Collaborated with foster mother and developed individual care plan to account for disabilities.
Provided and supported physical, emotional, and developmental needs.
Aided in providing appropriate nutrition services, personal care, and therapy.
Barista | Tazza | Spokane, WA | September 2013-June 2014
Provided fast, friendly, and reliable customer service.
Prepared and supplied customers with individual food and beverage orders.
Calculated needed supplies and contributed to the shopping and stocking of goods.
U-12 Developmental Assistant Coach | Sideout Volleyball Club | Spokane, WA | 2010-2013
Developed, demonstrated, and instructed drills and practices.
Focused on needs of group and individuals to ensure improvement of volleyball and life skills.
Encouraged and motivated individuals to engage in effective teamwork and evaluate personal
performance.
NBC Camps Volleyball Coach | NBC Camps | Spokane, WA | July 22-26, 2011
Instructed, facilitated, and guided players in enhancing volleyball skills.
Conducted small team meetings and discussed ways to enhance life skills of individuals.

Volunteer Experience
Recreation Room Volunteer | Shriners Hospitals for Children | Spokane, WA | 2013-Current
Enhanced quality of patients stay by providing recreation opportunities and socialization.
Created and designed recreation activities for patients.
Maintained cleanliness and tidiness of play room.

Lodge Counselor | Camp Journey at Ross Point | Post Falls, ID | September 2014
Counseled, encouraged, and supported youth whose lives had been touched by cancer.
Engaged in activities alongside campers and provided friendship, empathy, and guidance.
Ensured safety and well-being of campers by assisting with daily visits to wellness cabin.
Outdoor Recreation Experience Volunteer | St. Lukes Rehabilitation |Spokane, WA | June 2014
Directed, instructed, and guided participants in outdoor activities.
Interacted with participants and supplied family members with equal and active
programming involvement.
Engaged and involved in activities alongside participants.

Organizational Memberships
American Therapeutic Recreation Association (ATRA) | December 2014-Current
Child Life Council (CLC) | December 2014-Current
Washington State Therapeutic Recreation Association (WSTRA) | April 2014-Current

Awards
Shriners Hospitals for Children
Volunteer of the Quarter
October-December 2014
Volunteer of the Year Nominee
December 2014
Eastern Washington University
Trustee Scholarship Recipient
September 2014-June 2015
Spokane Falls Community College/Spokane Community College
Phi Theta Kappa Honor Society
2011-2013
Lillian Dickson Memorial Scholarship Recipient
September 2011
Touch the Future Scholarship Recipient
September 2010
Mead High School
Valedictorian
June 2010
Greater Spokane League Fall Student Athlete
2009
WIAA State Volleyball Sportsmanship Award
2009
WIAA 4A State Volleyball Champion
2007, 2009

Certifications and Training

American Red Cross
Adult and Pediatric First Aid/CPR/AED
The Arc of Spokane
Community Living Instructor (CLI)
Positive Behavior Support
Blood Bourne Pathogens
Mandt Systems Training-Part 1

Expires 3/27/2016
September 2014-Current
Expires September 2015
Expires September 2015
Expires February 2016

Language and Computer Skills

Language Skills
Completed college-level American Sign Language course
2011
Completed two years of foreign language studies-Spanish
2006, 2007
Computer Skills
Qualified in operation of Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
Developed presentations via Prezi-Presentation Software
Created virtual professional portfolio using Weebly-Website Creator
Assessed in typing 50+ WPM