Elise Flannery
Tallahassee
Summary
Compassionate and driven pre-Occupational Therapy student with strengths in therapeutic communication, emotional regulation, and activity adaptation. Passionate about promoting functional independence and well-being through movement-based programming, collaborative leadership, and client-centered care. Committed to creating inclusive environments that empower individuals to engage fully in meaningful occupations.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
OT volunteer
Tallahassee Memorial Pediatric Outpatient Rehab
Tallahassee
01.2026 - Current
- Observed licensed occupational therapists in pediatric rehabilitation settings to gain exposure to evaluation and intervention processes.
- Engaged in hands-on learning through guided participation in therapeutic activities under supervision.
- Interacted with pediatric patients to support engagement in play-based and functional interventions.
- Asked targeted clinical questions to deepen understanding of treatment planning, goal setting, and documentation.
- Gained insight into interdisciplinary collaboration within a hospital-based rehabilitation team.
- Observed implementation of evidence-based interventions addressing fine motor skills, sensory processing, ADLs, and developmental milestones.
Gamma Phi Beta – Peak Pulse Delegate
Gamma Phi Beta Sorority
Tallahassee
01.2026 - Current
- Coordinate collaborative wellness event between Gamma Phi Beta and Peak Pulse run club.
- Communicate with external partners to organize event logistics, scheduling, and programming.
- Integrate philanthropic initiatives (Girls on the Run) into event planning.
- Lead planning meetings and facilitate collaboration between executive board and community partners.
- Promote health, movement, and community engagement within campus organizations.
Founder & Content Creator – Elise in Motion
Myself
Naples
10.2025 - Current
- Develop and share educational content integrating fitness, functional movement, and occupational therapy principles.
- Promote health, injury prevention, and body awareness through evidence-informed programming.
- Create movement-based resources focused on strength, endurance, and daily function.
- Advocate for holistic wellness and the role of occupation in physical and mental health.
- Manage branding, social media strategy, and audience engagement.
Adult Disabilities day center teacher
Rise and Shine Tallahassee
Tallahassee
09.2025 - Current
- Lead recreational and fitness-based activities for adults with developmental disabilities to support social participation, motor development, and overall well-being.
- Adapt tasks to accommodate diverse cognitive, sensory, and physical needs.
- Collaborate with staff to develop engaging programming that enhances quality of life.
- Ensure participant safety by providing clear cues and graded physical assistance during activities.
- Support emotional regulation and positive behavior through consistent routines and proactive coaching.
- Apply therapeutic communication strategies to de-escalate challenging behaviors while maintaining dignity and autonomy.
- Assist in delivering lessons focused on social skills, life skills, and community engagement.
Server
Docs Beach House
Naples
05.2024 - Current
- Provide high-quality customer service in a extremely fast-paced, high-volume restaurant environment.
- Coordinate food delivery between front-of-house and kitchen staff to ensure accuracy and timely service.
- Communicate effectively with a predominantly Spanish-speaking kitchen team to maintain workflow efficiency.
- Entrusted with high-responsibility tasks despite being one of the youngest team members, demonstrating reliability and leadership.
- Adapt quickly under pressure while maintaining professionalism and attention to detail.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Human Development And Family Sciences
Florida State University
Tallahassee, FL12.2026
Skills
- Effective therapeutic communication
- Emotional regulation and de-escalation
- Activity adaptation and task analysis
- Client-centered care
- Clinical observation and reasoning
- Behavioral support strategies
- Group facilitation and programming
- Leadership and initiative
Timeline
OT volunteer
Tallahassee Memorial Pediatric Outpatient Rehab
01.2026 - Current
Gamma Phi Beta – Peak Pulse Delegate
Gamma Phi Beta Sorority
01.2026 - Current
Founder & Content Creator – Elise in Motion
Myself
10.2025 - Current
Adult Disabilities day center teacher
Rise and Shine Tallahassee
09.2025 - Current
Server
Docs Beach House
05.2024 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Human Development And Family Sciences
Florida State University