
Jessica Bourque, LRT/CTRS
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About me
Director of Vitality and Well-being at The Sharon at SouthPark
Education

Larry Minnix Leadership Academy
2022 - 2022FellowUnlike many leadership programs that focus on building a core skillset for new leaders or are geared toward nurturing a specific career path for “emerging” leaders, the Leadership Academy provides a leadership foundation rooted in reflective practice—developing a deep understanding of one’s self, uncovering one’s unique leadership attributes, and learning how to stretch and leverage those capacities to have the most impact as leaders.The year-long curriculum draws on adult learning theory… Show more Unlike many leadership programs that focus on building a core skillset for new leaders or are geared toward nurturing a specific career path for “emerging” leaders, the Leadership Academy provides a leadership foundation rooted in reflective practice—developing a deep understanding of one’s self, uncovering one’s unique leadership attributes, and learning how to stretch and leverage those capacities to have the most impact as leaders.The year-long curriculum draws on adult learning theory to delve into the core principles of reflective leadership through a variety of components. The program emphasizes self-exploration and relationship-building to enable participants to embrace diversity of thought, move beyond pre-conceived assumptions and view their own experiences and those of others as learning opportunities. Show less

Belmont Abbey College
1995 - 1999Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) Therapeutic Recreation/Recreational Therapy
Experience

Gaston Memorial Hospital
May 1999 - Sept 1999Recreational Therapy InternRecreational Therapy Intern at Gaston Memorial Hospitals Outpatient Psychiatric Unit. Planned and implemented interventions for adult psychiatric patients.

Three Springs
Sept 1999 - Dec 1999Residential CounselorResidential Counselor for troubled adolescent girls in wilderness treatment setting. Med. Certified and PMAB training.

The Sharon at SouthPark
Feb 2000 - nowResponsible for creating, branding, and implementing a comprehensive, multi-dimensional and holistic program of offerings for residents and team members. Drives and fosters a culture of well-being, active aging, and life enrichment. Collaborates with each department and leadership in order to most effectively impact the culture of The Sharon at SouthPark and provide the latest in opportunities, programs, and partnerships with the objective of being a leader within the Charlotte market as well as the senior living industry. Show less
Director of Vitality and Well-being
Jul 2018 - nowDirector of Community Enrichment
Aug 2012 - Jul 2018Activity Therapist
Feb 2000 - Aug 2012
Licenses & Certifications

Licensed Recreational Therapist
NCBRTL
Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialist
NCTRCAug 2000- View certificate

CTRS®
NCTRCNov 2000 
Leadership in Wellness Management
International Council on Active AgingDec 2019
Certified Pool & Spa Operator (CPO)
Pool & Hot Tub AllianceFeb 2023
Honors & Awards
- Awarded to Jessica Bourque, LRT/CTRSPinnacle Award - Top 5 Wellness Director in North America The International Council on Active Aging and NuStep Oct 2025 The ICAA NuStep Best in Wellness Awards recognize senior living communities and leaders who exemplify wellness as a core value and operational priority. The Beacon Award honors the Top 25 communities, while the Pinnacle Awards highlight the Top 5 communities, executives, and wellness directors setting new standards of excellence across North America.
- Awarded to Jessica Bourque, LRT/CTRSExcellence in Leadership Award LeadingAge North Carolina May 2024 This award recognizes those employees who, regardless of their role within a member organization, demonstrate an aptitude for and commitment to professional growth and provide leadership within their team that is impactful, effective, motivational, and consistent.
- Awarded to Jessica Bourque, LRT/CTRSCharlotte ATHENA Leadership Award: Service- Honoree ATHENA International Mar 2022 ATHENA Leadership Award: Service Recipients and Honorees are individuals who:-Demonstrate excellence, creativity, and initiative in their business or profession in the not-for-profit sector.-Provide valuable service to improve the quality of life for others in their community.-Actively assist others, particularly women, in realizing their full leadership potential.
- Awarded to Jessica Bourque, LRT/CTRSICAA NuStep Beacon “Best in Wellness” Award International Council on Active Aging and NuStep Jan 2022 Sharon Towers is one of 25 senior living communities in North America listed in the Top 25 ICAA NuStep Beacon Award list. This list honors commitment to wellness as a way of life for residents and team members. Above all, the Vitality and Well-Being Team led by Jessica Bourque earned this recognition by bringing alive the seven dimensions of wellness: Emotional, physical, intellectual, social, spiritual, vocational and environmental. The team includes 20 members. In a given month, more than… Show more Sharon Towers is one of 25 senior living communities in North America listed in the Top 25 ICAA NuStep Beacon Award list. This list honors commitment to wellness as a way of life for residents and team members. Above all, the Vitality and Well-Being Team led by Jessica Bourque earned this recognition by bringing alive the seven dimensions of wellness: Emotional, physical, intellectual, social, spiritual, vocational and environmental. The team includes 20 members. In a given month, more than 1,000 activities and programs fill the Sharon Towers calendar. However, COVID-19 presented a once-in-a-lifetime challenge, which forced this team to think outside the box. Through teamwork and innovation this team continued to provide joy, purpose and well-being during a really difficult time. Show less
- Awarded to Jessica Bourque, LRT/CTRSExcellence in Innovation Award LeadingAge North Carolina Jul 2021 This award recognizes programs and/or best practices implemented by a member community or among organizations that address significant needs in the pursuit of expanded possibilities for aging. The Vitality and Well-being team is honored and humbled to be the recipient this year.
- Awarded to Jessica Bourque, LRT/CTRSThe Averill C. Harkey Award of Excellence Sharon Towers Nov 2015 The Averill C. Harkey Award of Excellence is given annually to a team member, Board member, resident or volunteer who has brought Sharon Towers to a new level of excellence over the past year through tireless service and effort.
Volunteer Experience
Chair of Parks and Recreation Advisory Board
Issued by Town of Cramerton on Jan 2016
Associated with Jessica Bourque, LRT/CTRS
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