Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
STUDENT ADVISING AND MENTORING
LEADERSHIP EXPERIENCE
ADDITIONAL EXPERIENCE
Timeline
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Amber Miller

Saint Francis,Minnesota

Summary

Empathetic and passionate Occupational Therapy graduate school applicant with a strong background in providing direct care and mental health services. Committed to furthering education and possesses a firm foundation in the principles and aspects of occupational therapy.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience

Work History

Personal Care Assistant

Accra Care
08.2020 - Current
  • Provides one on one care for two children with physical and cognitive disabilities in different homes
  • Accomplishes daily tasks including, dressing, grooming, bathing, feeding (liquid formula through syringe and G/G-J-Tube), and administering medications
  • Assists with cognitive skills such as puzzles, engaging toys, writing, and schoolwork
  • Attends appointments and events to support and care for child
  • Utilizes organizational skills to plan daily and nightly tasks

Center Based Mental Health Technician

Fraser
01.2023 - Current
  • Assists mental health professionals with children ages 2-6 in day treatment program
  • Develops and maintains positive relationships with clients to create safe and supportive environment
  • Aids in creating plans and goals for neurodiverse children
  • Directs specific care and roles to each individual child based on their needs
  • Observes client behaviors and mental status and applies techniques for regulation

Occupational Therapy Volunteer

Courage Kenny Rehabilitation Institute
09.2022 - 01.2023
  • Supported occupational and physical therapists in post-acute inpatient rehabilitation center
  • Performed tasks to assist staff and clients such as aiding in wheelchair follows, assembling and categorizing patient files, and transporting patients to necessary appointments within facility
  • Distributed daily patient appointment and therapy schedules
  • Observed therapy sessions for patients with brain or spinal cord injuries, stroke, or neurological conditions
  • Established interpersonal relationships with clients and staff

Occupational Therapy Volunteer

Sora Pediatric Therapy
02.2022 - 05.2022
  • Observed occupational therapy sessions with children in outpatient pediatric therapy clinic
  • Demonstrated responsibility, patience, problem solving, and effective social skills in volunteer role
  • Acquired knowledge in occupational therapy field
  • Executed duties within center such as creating labels and categorizing objects and toys in therapy closet and maintaining treatment areas
  • Participated in activities with clients for better understanding of treatment plans and development

Education

Bachelor of Science - Psychology

Concordia University, St. Paul
Saint Paul, MN
12.2023

General Education -

Anoka-Ramsey Community College
Coon Rapids, MN

Skills

  • Critical Thinking and Creative Problem Solving
  • Communication
  • Goal Development
  • Emotional Support
  • Adaptable
  • Empathetic
  • Patience
  • Receives Criticism
  • Leadership
  • Initiative
  • Leadership
  • Initiative

STUDENT ADVISING AND MENTORING

PEER ADVISOR 8/2022 to 12/2022

Concordia University, St. Paul, MN

  • Assisted instructor for an incoming student seminar course by preparing materials, lesson planning, and presented topics to the class
  • Advised twenty-one freshman students
  • Counseled students in any areas where they needed guidance or struggled (school-life balance, course load)
  • Collaborated with fellow motivated peer advisors to create enjoyable and inviting activities for new students at Concordia, St. Paul


LEADERSHIP EXPERIENCE

IGNITE LEADERSHIP CERTIFICATE PROGRAM 9/2022-4/2023

Concordia University, St. Paul

ADDITIONAL EXPERIENCE

PSYCHOLOGY CLUB MEMBER, 9/2022 to Current

Concordia University, St. Paul


TEACHER'S AID 5/2020 to 9/2020

Compass Childcare , Isanti, MN


MERCY HOSPITAL VOLUNTEER 12/2019 to 3/2020

Coon Rapids, MN


TEACHER'S AID 3/2019-7/2019

Teddy Bear Care, East Bethel, MN

  • Assisted teachers in tasks including, learning and educational activities, crafts and engaged play
  • Supported children's needs and maintained health and safety of all children within the center
  • Established positive relationships and open communication with children, parents, and staff
  • Created an enjoyable environment where children could learn and grow
  • Organized and prepared materials, child assessments, and ensured confidentiality

Timeline

Center Based Mental Health Technician

Fraser
01.2023 - Current

Occupational Therapy Volunteer

Courage Kenny Rehabilitation Institute
09.2022 - 01.2023

Occupational Therapy Volunteer

Sora Pediatric Therapy
02.2022 - 05.2022

Personal Care Assistant

Accra Care
08.2020 - Current

Bachelor of Science - Psychology

Concordia University, St. Paul

General Education -

Anoka-Ramsey Community College
Amber Miller