Chelsie Yarbrough
Venus,TX
Summary
I am an Occupational Therapist Assistant who truly loves her patients. I have been an OTA for nearly eight years with KidsCare Home Health and have a passion for helping others! I was recently blessed to be awarded with KidsCare HH's Texas OT of the Quarter due to advocating for my patients and their families while demonstrating an empathetic, productive therapeutic approach. Over these past eight years, I have gotten to know, learn and grow from so many amazing people! I have gotten experience working with/loving on those with multitudes of various disorders. I strive to enhance quality of life, patient independence and to foster positive outcomes through effective communication and clinical reasoning.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Occupational Therapist Assistant
KidsCare Home Health
12.2016 - Current
- Assisted patients with functional mobility and daily tasks to increase comfort and independence.
- Assessed and adjusted treatment progress to achieve maximum benefit.
- Helped improve fine motor, visual perception and sensory processing skills.
- Assisted patients with completing basic daily living activities such as grooming, dressing and self-feeding.
- Promoted a positive and supportive environment, contributing to improved patient morale and engagement in treatment activities.
- Educated patients and families on conditions, treatments and home exercises.
- Provided compassionate care to patients with debilitating conditions.
- Assisted patients with activities of daily living (ADL) and functional mobility to increase comfort and quality of life.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - OTA
Del Mar College
Corpus Christi, TX05.2016
Bachelor of Science - Kinesiology
Texas A&M University - Corpus Christi
Corpus Christi, TX08.2012
Skills
- Individualizing activity based on skill level
- Clinical reasoning
- Therapeutic Techniques
- Empathy
- Sensory Integration
- Motor Skills Development
- Pediatric Interventions
- Communicating with families effectively
- Adaptability and Flexibility
- Certified in CPR/AED
- Problem-Solving
- Relationship Building
Serving
I am currently a LifeKids Coach and Leader at Life.Church in Mansfield, TX. I absolutely love giving my time to the kids/families there and helping them to foster a relationship with Jesus. I am the leader of a LifeGroup at Life.Church that helps women grow in their faith, find their community and live a life centered on Christ. I also serve with the Grand Prairie Homeless Outreach Organization to deliver meals and sanitary necessities to those in need.
Timeline
Occupational Therapist Assistant
KidsCare Home Health
12.2016 - Current
Associate of Applied Science - OTA
Del Mar College
Bachelor of Science - Kinesiology
Texas A&M University - Corpus Christi
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