Jill Ellison, MS, CTRS

Jill Ellison, MS, CTRS

Recreation Therapist/Lifeguard

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  • Timeline

  • About me

    Hummingbird Project Manager at Sage Eldercare Solutions

  • Education

    • University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign

      2012 - 2014
      M.S. Recreation, Sport, and Tourism 3.95 GPA
    • Grand Valley State University

      2006 - 2010
      B.S. Therapeutic Recreation

      Activities and Societies: Therapeutic Recreation Club, Omicron Delta Kappa National Leadership Society, Senior Citizens Club Therapeutic Recreation

  • Experience

    • The Hawthorn Center

      Jan 2010 - Jan 2012
      Recreation Therapist/Lifeguard
    • HOME AND COMMUNITY RECREATION THERAPY

      Jan 2010 - Jan 2012
      Recreation Therapist
    • Detroit Medical Center

      Sept 2010 - Apr 2012
      Recreation Therapist
    • City of Seattle

      Apr 2012 - Jul 2020

      Seattle Parks and Recreation Specialized Programs offers year-round activities for people of all ages who have disabilities:After School ProgramsSpecial OlympicsAdaptive SportsSummer CampsField TripsOvernight TripsArts, Fitness, Social, and Leisure Skill-Building ClassesAs the youth recreation specialist, I managed programming for people ages 4-21. This role worked closely with community partners and the Seattle Public School District to connect families and participants with appropriate recreation programs. Scholarships are available for those who qualify. Show less Sound Steps is a city-wide walking program designed to get adults age 50+ moving and gaining the health benefits of regular exercise, while building social connections and having fun! Programs include free weekly walking groups, monthly hikes, and a half marathon training program. Food & Fitness programs are offered at three different community centers and serve King County's Vietnamese, Korean, and Ethiopian/Eritrean elders, many of whom are refugees. Participants gather twice a week to share a nutritious and culturally relevant hot meal. Activities and other resources are provided on-site, such as fitness classes, ESL classes, and referral services. As the director for these programs, I coordinated a variety of health and wellness activities for adults age 50 and better through Seattle Parks and Recreation's Lifelong Recreation unit. My position worked closely with volunteers, community partners, and business sponsors. Show less

      • Senior Recreation Specialist

        Oct 2017 - Jul 2020
      • Recreation Specialist

        Feb 2015 - Nov 2017
      • Recreation Leader

        Apr 2012 - Feb 2015
    • Seattle Adaptive Sports

      Apr 2020 - May 2022
      Program Director

      Seattle Adaptive Sports provides recreational and competitive adaptive sports opportunities for people with physical disabilities. As the director of this 501(c)(3) non-profit organization, I was responsible for managing a full slate of essential activities to ensure seamless operational leadership for the organization.

    • Sage Eldercare Solutions

      Oct 2022 - now
      Hummingbird Project Manager

      The Hummingbird Project is an organization devoted to providing services and products that promote quality of life for older adults—whether at home or in a community setting. The goal of The Hummingbird Project is to cultivate joy, engage curiosity, and foster personal expression. We seek to bring happiness and delight to our clients by ensuring the fullness of life. We hope that clients will recognize the beauty in the world around them and the beauty within themselves.

  • Licenses & Certifications

    • CTRS

      NCTRC
    • EverSafe Driver

      EverSafe Driver Program
      Jun 2012
    • Adult and Pediatric First Aid/CPR

      American Red Cross
      Sept 2022
    • Certified Adaptive Recreation and Sports Specialist

      BlazeSports America
      Mar 2021
    • Right Response Advanced Certification

      Service Alternatives, Inc.
      Jun 2013
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  • Volunteer Experience

    • Just Garden Volunteer

      Issued by Seattle Tilth
      Seattle TilthAssociated with Jill Ellison, MS, CTRS
    • Volunteer/Coach

      Issued by Special Olympics Washington
      Special Olympics WashingtonAssociated with Jill Ellison, MS, CTRS
    • Board Member

      Issued by SEATTLE ADAPTIVE SPORTS
      SEATTLE ADAPTIVE SPORTSAssociated with Jill Ellison, MS, CTRS
    • Naturalist

      Issued by Seattle Aquarium on Sept 2016
      Seattle AquariumAssociated with Jill Ellison, MS, CTRS