Amy Linsalata
Sussex,NJ
Summary
Focused team player familiar with helping patients develop skills such as feeding, grooming and dressing, as well as providing educational support and managing sensory processing issues. Hardworking, disciplined multitasker with analytical problem-solving and conflict management abilities.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Teacher's Assistant
On My Way Childcare
03.2022 - Current
- Kept classrooms clean, neat, and properly sanitized for student health and classroom efficiency.
- Collaborated with teachers for lesson preparation by preparing materials and setting up equipment.
- Documented student progress and communicated with parents to keep informed.
- Assisted teachers with classroom management and document coordination to maintain positive learning environment.
- Assisted in maintaining engaging and respectful educational environment by promoting discipline and cooperation.
- Mentored and tutored individual students needing additional help.
Occupational Therapy Assistant Student
Belle Reve Senior Living Center
03.2024 - 05.2024
- Contributed to accurate documentation of patients' progress and responses to therapy, ensuring effective communication among healthcare providers.
- Provided encouragement and motivation throughout each session, leading to enhanced engagement from clients during exercises.
- Demonstrated flexibility in adapting treatment approaches based on individual patient needs, preferences, and goals.
- Implemented evidence-based interventions as part of customized occupational therapy programs for diverse populations.
- Regularly communicated with supervising Occupational Therapists regarding patient updates, challenges faced during sessions, or changes needed in treatment plans.
- Utilized strong observational skills to assess clients' functional performance levels before initiating therapeutic interventions.
Sales Associate
TJ Maxx, TJX Companies
02.2021 - 09.2022
- Organized racks and shelves to maintain store visual appeal, engage customers, and promote specific merchandise.
- Handled cash transactions efficiently while adhering to company cash handling policies, ensuring accuracy in all financial exchanges.
- Built relationships with customers to encourage repeat business.
- Helped customers locate products and checked store system for merchandise at other sites.
- Provided positive first impressions to welcome existing, new, and potential customers.
- Engaged with customers to build rapport and loyalty.
- Collaborated with team members to improve overall store performance, sharing best practices, and offering support as needed.
- Increased sales revenue by building strong rapport with customers and recommending appropriate products based on their needs.
Education
High School Diploma -
Vernon Township High School
Vernon, NJ05.2015
Bachelor of Arts - Liberal Studies
William Paterson University of New Jersey
Wayne, NJ05.2020
Associate of Science - Occupational Therapy Assistant
Orange County Community College
Middletown, NY05.2024
Skills
- Activity analysis
- Clinical reasoning
- Professional ethics
- Range of Motion
- Geriatric Therapy
- Motor Skills Development
- Balance training
- Home modifications
- Group therapy facilitation
- Certified in CPR/AED
- Progress Documentation
- Clinical Team Collaboration
- Therapy planning
- Assistive technology knowledge
- Collaborative Teamwork
- Sensory Integration
Timeline
Occupational Therapy Assistant Student
Belle Reve Senior Living Center
03.2024 - 05.2024
Teacher's Assistant
On My Way Childcare
03.2022 - Current
Sales Associate
TJ Maxx, TJX Companies
02.2021 - 09.2022
High School Diploma -
Vernon Township High School
Bachelor of Arts - Liberal Studies
William Paterson University of New Jersey
Associate of Science - Occupational Therapy Assistant
Orange County Community College