DANIEL JONES
Quincy,MA
Summary
Licensed professional with a proven track record in delivering personalized therapy plans that effectively support patient needs. Expertise includes comprehensive patient assessment, targeted therapeutic interventions, and meticulous progress evaluation to ensure optimal outcomes. A collaborative approach fosters strong relationships with patients and colleagues, while adaptability to evolving circumstances enhances service delivery. Renowned for empathy, effective communication, and innovative problem-solving skills in diverse clinical environments, including outpatient, forensic psychiatric, and pediatric settings.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Occupational Therapist
Recovery Solutions (Bridgewater State Hospital)
Bridgewater, MA
10.2025 - Current
- Formulated personalized treatment plans to optimize patient rehabilitation outcomes.
- Conducted comprehensive assessments to identify patient needs and functional capabilities through standardized assessment and observation.
- Implemented evidence-based therapeutic interventions to promote independence in daily living activities.
- Provided clinical services to clients with various physical, mental and emotional impairments.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to ensure cohesive approach to patient care, optimizing overall outcomes.
- Facilitated approximately 15 therapeutic groups weekly to support patient goals in areas such as social skills, emotional regulation, and ADL/IADL performance.
- Provided one to one services including assessment, intervention and discharge planning on approximately 2 patients weekly.
Rehabilitation Aide Volunteer
VA Health Care System
West Roxbury, MA
07.2025 - Current
- Cultivated strong relationships with patients and caregivers, fostering trust and open communication throughout the rehab process.
- Maintained clean and organized therapy environment, contributing to positive and safe patient experience.
- Supported rehabilitation processes for improved patient outcomes through meticulous equipment setup and maintenance.
- Maintained strict adherence to HIPAA regulations while handling sensitive patient information both verbally and electronically.
Occupational Therapist
VA Health Care System
Brockton, MA
04.2025 - 06.2025
- Documented patient progress accurately and efficiently, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements.
- Coordinated discharge planning efforts alongside case managers to ensure seamless transitions between care providers upon leaving facility.
- Provided education to patients and families on coping strategies, adaptive equipment, and safety modifications.
- Established compassionate and caring relationships with patients.
- Developed customized home exercise programs, enabling patients to maintain progress outside of therapy sessions.
Occupational Therapist
Natick Public Schools
Natick, MA
01.2025 - 04.2025
- Documented student progress accurately and efficiently, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members for comprehensive patient care and optimal results.
- Customized standard plans to meet individual abilities and needs.
- Performed assessments during treatment to determine progress according to goals.
- Performed evaluations and assessments to recommend best treatment for individual patients.
Behavior Technician
Behavioral Concepts, BCI
Brockton, MA
03.2022 - 12.2024
- Conducted functional behavior assessments, functional analysis, preference assessments, and assessments of basic learning and language skills to identify target behaviors and purpose of behaviors.
- Observed, monitored and recorded problem behaviors through accurate behavior-consequence data collection, graphs, and anecdotal notes.
- Documented interventions, assessments and progress reports on database to enable tracking history and maintain consistent records.
- Performed approximately 60 ABA goals daily during one to one services.
Teaching Assistant
Perkins School for the Blind
Watertown, MA
01.2017 - 12.2018
- Assisted teachers with classroom management and document coordination to maintain positive learning environment.
- Worked with 4 non-verbal children with cortical blindness and autism
Communications Operator
Schofield Barracks HI
Wahiawa, HI
01.2013 - 01.2014
- Responsible for all radio Communications for field training or otherwise
- Responsible for range safety
- Managed maintenance protocols and accountability measures for sensitive radio equipment valued at approximately two million dollars.
- Enhanced training mission frequency from monthly to bi-monthly to improve team readiness.
RAID Operator/biometrics/armed Security
Afghanistan FOB Wolverine Task Force Diamondhead
Afghanistan
01.2012 - 01.2013
- Operated advanced surveillance equipment
- Responsible for repairing and maintaining sensitive equipment in extreme weather conditions
- Provided security during cargo operations in and around base
- Operated X-ray, retina, and fingerprint scanners and was accountable for all foreign personnel on base.
Avionics Communications Equipment Repairer
Schofield barracks
01.2010 - 01.2012
- Extensive training in Communications, electronics, and soldering
- Fixed helicopter radios and assortment of other various avionics equipment
- Responsible for diagnosing repairing and testing flight equipment personally.
Education
Some College (No Degree) -
Umass Boston
Boston, MAMaster of Science - Occupational Therapy
Regis College
Weston, MA06-2025
Bachelor’s Health - Science
Northeastern University
Boston, Ma05-2019
Associate of Natural Sciences -
Quincy College
Quincy, MA05-2016
Skills
- Applied behavior analysis
- Behavior modification techniques
- Understanding behavioral disorders
- Behavior management
- Behavioral conditioning
- Enhancement of interpersonal skills
- Patient care coordination
- Cross-functional teamwork
- Analytical clinical reasoning
- Patient education
- Facilitating group therapy
- Technical documentation
Affiliations
- Rehabilitation Aid Volunteer, VA Health Care System (West Roxbury) July 2025 - September 2025
- Occupational Therapist Fieldwork, VA Health Care System (Brockton) April 2025 - June 2025
- Occupational Therapist Fieldwork, Natick Public School January 2025 - April 2025
Additional Information
- Honors/Involvement: 2010 Airborne qualified, US Military, 2011 Air Assault qualified, US Military, 2016 Quincy College Magna Cum Laude
Certification
- OTR - Occupational Therapist Registered
- Licensed Occupational Therapist - November 2025
Timeline
Occupational Therapist
Recovery Solutions (Bridgewater State Hospital)
10.2025 - Current
Rehabilitation Aide Volunteer
VA Health Care System
07.2025 - Current
Occupational Therapist
VA Health Care System
04.2025 - 06.2025
Occupational Therapist
Natick Public Schools
01.2025 - 04.2025
Behavior Technician
Behavioral Concepts, BCI
03.2022 - 12.2024
Teaching Assistant
Perkins School for the Blind
01.2017 - 12.2018
Communications Operator
Schofield Barracks HI
01.2013 - 01.2014
RAID Operator/biometrics/armed Security
Afghanistan FOB Wolverine Task Force Diamondhead
01.2012 - 01.2013
Avionics Communications Equipment Repairer
Schofield barracks
01.2010 - 01.2012
Master of Science - Occupational Therapy
Regis College
Bachelor’s Health - Science
Northeastern University
Associate of Natural Sciences -
Quincy College
Some College (No Degree) -
Umass Boston