Debra Brenner
Longmont,Colorado
Summary
Accomplished Occupational Therapist with extensive work with the pediatric population. Organized problem solver who swiftly handles changing caseloads and therapy-related duties. Extensive knowledge of Sensory Integration Therapy, Developmental Disabilities and Autistic Spectrum Disorder. Personable candidate eager to leverage knowledge in human anatomy and physiology. Skilled in using therapeutic techniques and equipment with good understanding of relevant regulations. Reliable and committed to assessing and evaluating patient needs with utmost care and attention.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
School-Based Occupational Therapist
Catapult Learning
09.2002 - Current
- Assisted in IEP goal development and gave professional input determining student progress.
- Worked with students diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorders, Down Syndrome, Mental Retardation, and Genetic Disorders.
- Conducted regular IEP meetings to address educational concerns related to Occupational
- Evaluated, screened, provided direct and consultative therapy to children with motor and or sensory processing delays.
Pediatric Occupational Therapist
Ivy Rehab
03.2001 - 08.2002
- Evaluation and treatment of children with motor and sensory processing delays.
- Collaboration with MD's, nursing, physical and speech therapies.
- Managed patient caseload, scheduling and documentation of services.
- Supervision and training of entry level Occupational Therapists and COTA's.
Education
Master of Science - Special Education
University of Northern Colorado
Greeley, CO05.2003
Bachelor of Science - & Occupational Therapy/MS
Colorado State University
Fort Collins, CO05.2001
Skills
- Autism spectrum experience
- Excellent pediatric skills and experince
- Parent Education
- Progress assessments
- Reliability
- Analytical Skills
- Collaborative consultation
- Interpersonal Communication
- Problem-Solving
- Progress Monitoring
- Environmental Modifications
- Grief counseling
- Organizational Skills
- Motor Coordination
- Visual Perception
- Biomechanical sequences
- Effective Communication
- Occupational Therapist Registered (OTR)
- Interdisciplinary Collaboration
- Data Analysis
- Problem-solving abilities
- Activity analysis
- Assistive Technology
- Social Skills Training
- Neuromuscular Reeducation
- Handwriting Intervention
- Splinting and Orthotics
- Professional Demeanor
- Task Prioritization
- Interpersonal Skills
- Goal setting experience
- Treatment Planning
- Gross Motor Skills
- Intervention Planning
- Feeding therapy
- Cognitive Rehabilitation
- Ethical Practice
- Patient Management
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Written Communication
- Self-care strategies
- Problem-solving aptitude
- Occupational Therapist Registered
- Group therapy facilitation
- Documentation skills
- Excellent Communication
- Analytical Thinking
- Patient evaluations
- Self Motivation
- Fine Motor Skills
- Adaptability and Flexibility
- Progress Evaluations
- Continuous Improvement
- Executive Functioning
- Professionalism
- Multitasking
- Certified in CPR/AED
- Active Listening
- Goal Setting
- Adaptability
- Play-Based Therapy
- Decision-Making
- Down Syndrome knowledge
- Empathetic and patient
- Gentle and skilled with therapy procedures
- Adept with standardized Occupational Therapy evaluations
- Splinting capability
- Outpatient therapy background
- Special education professional
- Team training and supervision
- Excellent observation skills
- Sensory Integration
- Interventions to meet goals
- Attention to Detail
- Patient Education
- Group Therapy
- Relationship Building
- Clinical Training
- Adaptive Equipment
- Troubleshooting
- Calm Under Pressure
- Organization and Time Management
- Friendly, Positive Attitude
- First Aid/CPR
- Good Telephone Etiquette
- Data Entry
- Customer Service
- Dependable and Responsible
- Computer Skills
- Flexible and Adaptable
- Supervision and leadership
- Remote Office Availability
- Basic Math
- Critical Thinking
- Project Planning
- Customer Relations
- Research
- [Type] Software Proficiency
I
Certification
Registered Occupational Therapist
Licensed in the State of Colorado
- MTC - Manual Therapy Certified
- OTR - Occupational Therapist Registered
- Pediatrics outpatient including rehab.,
- sensory integration Certification
- Social/Emotional Training
- Trauma training/Certification
- Handwriting Without Tears
- University Design
- Fine, visual & gross motors,
- DORA 12/15/2023
CPR certified 2022
- NBCOT 2001
Community Service
- Volunteer Community of Participation of CSU/outreach
- Volunteer/Resources for students with Disabilities: CSU
- Volunteer Tutor at University of Northern Colorado
Timeline
School-Based Occupational Therapist
Catapult Learning
09.2002 - Current
Pediatric Occupational Therapist
Ivy Rehab
03.2001 - 08.2002
Master of Science - Special Education
University of Northern Colorado
Bachelor of Science - & Occupational Therapy/MS
Colorado State University