Ava Decker
Alliance,OH
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Direct Support Professional
Kelly Dettinger
02.2024 - Current
- Assisted an individual with autism to complete independent tasks like household chores and meal prep while building rapport
- Promote healthy routines and ensure safety both at home and in the community.
Summer Camp Counselor
Akron Rotary Camp
05.2024 - 08.2024
- Ensured the health, safety, and overall well-being of campers throughout the week, while enhancing their camp experience
- Led daily activities, adapting games and tasks to meet the needs of each camper
- Assisted with personal care including toileting, bathing, and oral hygiene, while promoting independence in dressing and personal cleanliness
- Implemented effective behavior management strategies to support and engage special needs campers.
Intern
Brodie-Wargo Vision and Sensory Therapy Center
01.2024 - 04.2024
- Observed and assisted occupational therapy professionals in conducting therapeutic exercises, activities and games tailored to individual patient needs
- Handled paperwork and cleanliness.
Activity Aide
Ridgewood Manor Nursing Home
09.2023 - 12.2023
- Encourage social participation through engaging activities
- Advocate for residents’ needs and concerns
- Integrate diverse activities for holistic well-being.
Direct Support Professional
Bittersweet Farms
11.2022 - 04.2023
- Promote communication, independence, inclusion, and empowerment for adults with autism
- Maintain laundry and dishes to certify a healthy living space for adults with autism.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Sports Medicine
Bowling Green State University
Bowling Green, OH05.2025
Skills
- Strong ability to work in a team
- Empathetic and compassionate
- Organized and Time Efficient
- Computer Skills
Certification
- First Aid/CPR/Lifeguard Certified, American Red Cross Association- 5/23/2024-5/23/2026
- Dean’s List 2021-2024
- Bod Pod Certified
- Exercise Science Student of the Month in April 2024
- Pre-Occupational Therapy Ambassador 2024-2025
Extra Curriculars
Pre-Occupational Therapy Club
President January 2023, Current
Vice President September 2022- December 2022
• Inform students about volunteer and shadow opportunities, as well as graduate school information.
• Collaborate meetings with occupational therapist, and occupational therapy students to provide the best information.
Down Syndrome Association of the Valley
Volunteer June 2019, Current
• Teach and encourage individuals with special needs how to ride a bike.
• Engage and build friendships with riders.
Student Exercise Science Association
Fundraising Chair September 2024-Current
Member September 2022-September 2024
• Raise funding for my student organization for us to have access to graduation cords, club merchandise, as well as funding for conferences.
• Collaborate with business owners, and other events on campus for funding.
Exercise is Medicine on Campus
Student Leader September 2024-Current
• Encourage all populations on campus to include movement in their daily routines.
• Educating students and staff about the physical and mental health benefits of exercise and physical activity.
Timeline
Summer Camp Counselor
Akron Rotary Camp
05.2024 - 08.2024
Direct Support Professional
Kelly Dettinger
02.2024 - Current
Intern
Brodie-Wargo Vision and Sensory Therapy Center
01.2024 - 04.2024
Activity Aide
Ridgewood Manor Nursing Home
09.2023 - 12.2023
Direct Support Professional
Bittersweet Farms
11.2022 - 04.2023
Bachelor of Science - Sports Medicine
Bowling Green State University