Ayla Fleck
Two Harbors,MN
Summary
Dedicated Direct Care Professional with a strong focus on client advocacy, emotional intelligence, and effective communication. Committed to enhancing clients' well-being through compassionate support and coordinated care.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Recreational Therapist
Essentia Health-St. Mary's Medical Center
Duluth , MN
09.2024 - Current
- Led group therapy sessions focused on enhancing social interaction and skill development in an inpatient mental health environment.
Capstone Student Leader
Empower Ortho and Pelvic Health Clinic
Duluth, Minnesota
06.2025 - 09.2025
- Led a doctoral capstone project focused on enhancing digital performance patterns in women’s health through routine-building, symptom tracking, and behavior change education. Created evidence-based digital resources and templates to support patient self-management and occupational participation.
Level II Fieldwork Student
Aspirus Lakeview Clinic
Two Harbors, MN
02.2025 - 05.2025
- Fieldwork experience in a mixed practice setting serving pediatric, adult, and older adult populations in both inpatient and outpatient environments. I conducted assessments, developed individualized treatment plans, and implemented interventions targeting functional performance, rehabilitation, and participation in daily life.
Level II Fieldwork Student
Essentia Health-St. Mary's Medical Center
Duluth, Minnesota
05.2024 - 07.2024
- Experience occurred in an inpatient mental health unit, providing occupational therapy interventions for adults with mental health needs. I conducted evaluations, led therapeutic groups, and implemented individualized treatment plans focused on daily living skills, coping strategies, and psychosocial functioning within a recovery-oriented framework.
Direct Care Professional
ACR Homes
Woodbury, Minnesota
03.2019 - 05.2024
- Compassionate direct care provider experience in medication administration, ADL and IADL assistance, adaptive equipment use, documentation, and collaborative care coordination to support client safety and quality of life.
Level 1 Fieldwork Student
University of Minnesota
09.2022 - 01.2024
- Older Adults at Pillars; Hands-on therapeutic experience with individuals with dementia
- Adult at UMN; Experience in performance patterns, ergonomics, and wellness in an adult population
- Child and Youth at MnNEAT; Advocating for neurodivergent children and youth and educating the community on their needs
- Mental Health at Vail Place; First-hand exposure to engaging with a community that is building out new processes and expanding to support individuals experiencing mental health challenges
Personal Care Assistant
Residential
Saint Paul, Minnesota
06.2021 - 03.2023
- Provided personal care for individual with Angelman Syndrome. Including medication administration, schedule and social engagement management, maintain clean and safe environment, supplement physical and emotional health, and provide companionship.
Occupational Therapy Internship
ACR Homes
Woodbury, Minnesota
06.2020 - 02.2021
- Developed a personalized daily memory therapy program tailored to a resident’s brain aneurysm recovery and cognitive deficits. Conducted in-depth research and presented findings to the CEO of ACR, highlighting strategies to improve cognitive function on daily living for individual chosen.
Personal Care Assistant
Family Home
Two Harbors, Minnesota
02.2015 - 10.2015
- Assisted clients with activities of daily living such as bathing, dressing, grooming and toileting. Maintained a clean and safe living environment for clients.
Education
Doctor of Occupational Therapy -
University of Minnesota
Minneapolis, MN09-2025
Bachelor of Arts - Chemistry Major, Psychology Minor
Concordia University
Saint Paul, MN05-2021
High School Diploma -
Two Harbors High School
Two Harbors06-2017
Skills
- Client advocacy
- Compassionate Care
- Effective communication
- Team collaboration
- Emotional intelligence
- Time Management
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Capstone Student Leader
Empower Ortho and Pelvic Health Clinic
06.2025 - 09.2025
Level II Fieldwork Student
Aspirus Lakeview Clinic
02.2025 - 05.2025
Recreational Therapist
Essentia Health-St. Mary's Medical Center
09.2024 - Current
Level II Fieldwork Student
Essentia Health-St. Mary's Medical Center
05.2024 - 07.2024
Level 1 Fieldwork Student
University of Minnesota
09.2022 - 01.2024
Personal Care Assistant
Residential
06.2021 - 03.2023
Occupational Therapy Internship
ACR Homes
06.2020 - 02.2021
Direct Care Professional
ACR Homes
03.2019 - 05.2024
Personal Care Assistant
Family Home
02.2015 - 10.2015
Doctor of Occupational Therapy -
University of Minnesota
Bachelor of Arts - Chemistry Major, Psychology Minor
Concordia University
High School Diploma -
Two Harbors High School