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Alyssa Zajeski

Orland Park,IL

Summary

Empathetic and hardworking Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant experienced with the pediatric population. Organized problem solver who swiftly handles changing caseloads and therapy related duties. Extensive knowledge of sensory processing disorder, developmental delays, learning disabilities, attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder, and autistic spectrum disorder.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

School-Based Occupational Therapy Assististant

Easterseals
10.2023 - Current
  • Assisted in IEP goal development and gave professional input in determining student progress.
  • Coordinated adaptive equipment trials, ensuring proper fit and function to meet the unique needs of each student.
  • Assisted students with disabilities in developing self-regulation strategies, resulting in increased participation during class activities.
  • Worked with students diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder, attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder, learning disabilities, and physical disabilities.
  • Attended regular IEP meetings to address educational concerns related to Occupational Therapy.
  • Provided direct and consultative therapy to children with motor and or sensory processing delays.
  • Provided ongoing progress monitoring, making necessary adjustments to ensure continued progress toward established goals.

Level II Fieldwork Student

Fransican Alliance
01.2021 - 03.2021
  • Managed a weekly caseload of patients including adults with reverse total shoulder replacements, rotator cuff repairs, cerebrovascular accidents, fractures of wrist, hands and fingers, carpal tunnel, tennis elbow, and arthritis.
  • Shadowed fully qualified professionals to gain deep understanding of assessment, intervention, and consultation processes.
  • Planned, implemented, and modified interventions including therapeutic exercise to improve strength, fine/gross motor coordination, and range of motion utilizing physical agent modalities and manual therapy techniques.
  • Gathered data, administered informal assessments, and interpreted results.

Level II Fieldwork Student

Helping Hand Center
09.2020 - 11.2020
  • Conducted individual and group therapies for patients experiencing varied severities of intellectual disabilities.
  • Assisted patients in achieving personal goals, monitoring progress, and adjusting interventions as necessary.
  • Facilitated therapeutic group activities, promoting peer support and social interaction among patients.
  • Observed patients' progress, attitudes, and behavior and recorded this information in patients records.
  • Educated family members and caregivers to carry out treatment at home to ensure that patients' therapeutic goals are consistently supported, promoting better outcomes and continuity of care outside of clinical settings.



Education

Bachelor of Science - Kinesiology

Concordia University Chicago
Chicago, IL
08-2024

Associate of Applied Science - Occupational Therapy

Fox College
03.2021

Associate of Arts -

Moraine Valley Community College
05.2018

Skills

  • Empathetic and patient
  • Gentle and skilled with therapy procedures
  • Fine motor skills
  • Adaptive equipment
  • Motor coordination
  • Visual perception
  • Sensory integration
  • Assistive technology
  • Parent education
  • Team Collaboration

Certification

Certified & Licensed Occupational Therapy Assistant

Licensed in the State of Illinois & Tennessee

CPR certified

Nonviolent Crisis Prevention & Intervention Training (CPI) certified

Interests

  • Crafting and DIY Projects
  • Recreational activities such as walking, hiking, biking, to maintain physical fitness
  • Reading
  • Gym Workouts
  • Church
  • Adventure Travel (sharing travel experiences and recommendations, with others)

Timeline

School-Based Occupational Therapy Assististant

Easterseals
10.2023 - Current

Level II Fieldwork Student

Fransican Alliance
01.2021 - 03.2021

Level II Fieldwork Student

Helping Hand Center
09.2020 - 11.2020

Associate of Applied Science - Occupational Therapy

Fox College

Associate of Arts -

Moraine Valley Community College

Bachelor of Science - Kinesiology

Concordia University Chicago

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