Diana Morocho
Glendale,NY
Summary
Dynamic Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant with extensive experience at Therapists 2 Go, skilled in developing engaging treatment plans that enhance children's fine motor skills and independence. Known for exceptional verbal communication and teamwork, I effectively educate families and document progress, ensuring each child reaches their fullest potential.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Home Care Aide
24/7 Home Care Agency
Queens, NY
12.2020 - Current
Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant
Therapists 2 Go
Syosset, NY
12.2021 - 10.2024
- Experience treating children with a wide range of developmental, sensory, and motor challenges, using playful, goal-driven approaches that engage each child at their level.
- Provided direct patient care and interventions to individuals with physical, cognitive, psychological, or social disabilities.
- Developed activities that promoted functional independence through fine motor coordination exercises.
- Educated families on treatment plans and strategies to help kids reach their fullest potential.
- Encouraged client participation in self-care activities such as dressing, feeding or grooming.
- Assisted occupational therapists in developing individualized treatment plans for patients.
- Treated patients to improve fine motor and movement skills.
- Treated patients using established treatment plan under supervision of occupational therapists.
- Documented session notes for each day, progress reports, and under the supervision of the OTR, implemented new goals for the IEP.
Intern
Boro Park Center For Rehabilitation & Nursing
Brooklyn, NY
09.2020 - 11.2020
- Gathered patient data and monitored patient progress at all stages of therapy.
- Under the supervision of OTA evaluated patients' rehabilitative needs, developed treatment plans and goals and delivered appropriate therapy.
- Documented assessments, treatment goals and patient's progress using standardized note writing format.
- Supported patients in daily living activities and maintenance programs under supervision of an Occupational Therapy Assistant.
Intern
Ahava Medical Center
Brooklyn, NY
01.2020 - 02.2020
- Treated patients using established treatment plan under supervision of occupational therapists.
- Assisted occupational therapist in evaluation of patients.
- In collaboration with OT, selected therapeutic activities that fit a variety of patients of all ages considering their limitations and motivation.
- Under the supervision of OT, worked towards service competence in retrograde massages, TENS, ROM exercises, Aqua therapy and Wilbarger protocol.
- Provided services to children with developmental delays assisting them in fine motor skills, walking, writing, and other functional skills.
Cashier
Ria Envia
Brooklyn, NY
01.2016 - 03.2018
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Occupational Therapy Assistant
LaGuardia Community College
Long Island City, NY12.2020
Skills
- Therapeutic interventions
- Sensory integration
- Fine motor coordination
- Autism spectrum
- Motor skills development
- Strong ability to learn quickly
- Effective documentation practices
- Proficient in time management
- Collaborative teamwork
- Effective verbal communication
- Supportive colleague
Accomplishments
- Graduated with Honors, La Guardia Community College
Academic Excellence (on the Dean's List) for 2 semesters
Timeline
Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant
Therapists 2 Go
12.2021 - 10.2024
Home Care Aide
24/7 Home Care Agency
12.2020 - Current
Intern
Boro Park Center For Rehabilitation & Nursing
09.2020 - 11.2020
Intern
Ahava Medical Center
01.2020 - 02.2020
Cashier
Ria Envia
01.2016 - 03.2018
Associate of Applied Science - Occupational Therapy Assistant
LaGuardia Community College
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