Jess Kennedy

Jess Kennedy, CTRS, currently serves as a Recreation Therapist at Meth-Wick Community since November 2024. Prior to this role, Jess held the position of Director of Recreational Therapy at NewAldaya Lifescapes from April 2021 to November 2024. Jess's background includes experience as a Supportive Community Living Associate at Veridian Consumer Choices Option and as a Leisure Services Assistant at Western Home Communities. Beginning a career in therapeutic recreation as an intern at NewAldaya Lifescapes, Jess also worked as an Activity Assistant at Care Initiatives, where responsibilities included planning and facilitating activities that enhanced resident socialization. Educational qualifications consist of a Bachelor’s Degree in Leisure, Youth, and Human Services, focusing on Therapeutic Recreation/Recreational Therapy from the University of Northern Iowa, completed in 2020.