Taylor Carver
About Taylor Carver
Taylor Carver is a Day Treatment Coordinator at Learning Services in San Diego County, California, with a background in Therapeutic Recreation. Carver has held various roles in the field, including Recreation Therapist and Head Gym Coordinator, and has experience in program planning and implementation.
Current Role as Day Treatment Coordinator
Taylor Carver currently serves as the Day Treatment Coordinator at Learning Services in San Diego County, California. In this role, which has been held since 2020, Carver is responsible for creating and implementing program plans, activity proposals, budget plans, behavior plans, and positive interventions tailored to individualized treatment plans. This position emphasizes the integration of recreational therapy and psychosocial-educational activities to support clients' therapeutic needs.
Previous Experience in Retail Management
Prior to joining Learning Services, Carver worked at Big Lots Stores as an Associate Sales Manager and Sales Team Lead for six months in 2016. This role was based in New Haven, Indiana, where Carver developed skills in team leadership and sales management. Additionally, Carver worked at FORT WAYNE AUTO TRUCK AUCTION LLC in automotive sales for one year during the same period.
Educational Background in Therapeutic Recreation
Carver holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Therapeutic Recreation/Recreational Therapy from Indiana Institute of Technology, where studies were completed from 2013 to 2016. Additionally, Carver studied at The University of Toledo from 2011 to 2013, furthering expertise in the field. During undergraduate studies, Carver served as Vice President of the Students of Recreation and Leisure Studies Club and was an Executive Board Student Member, contributing to the organization of collegiate and community events.
Experience in Recreation Therapy
Carver has extensive experience in recreation therapy, having worked as a Recreation Therapist and PsychoSocial Rehabilitation Specialist at Alpine Special Treatment Center, Inc. from 2017 to 2019. Carver also served as a CTRS-Recreation Therapist at Alvarado Parkway Institute Behavioral Health System for one year. These roles involved implementing recreational activities designed to enhance clients' psychosocial well-being.
Community Engagement and Event Organization
Throughout the educational and professional journey, Carver has demonstrated a commitment to community engagement. Notably, Carver organized a college on-campus community event during an internship, which showcased the benefits of recreation therapy to over one hundred attendees. This initiative highlights Carver's dedication to promoting awareness and understanding of therapeutic recreation.