Elizabeth Diaz Alfaro
Sylmar,CA
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Level 1 Fieldwork Student
Wise and Healthy Aging
09.2024 - 12.2024
- Facilitated group interventions for individuals with early to mid-stage dementia, focusing on cognitive stimulation, functional recall, socialization, and physical activity (e.g., sit-to-stand, balance exercises).
- Led OT-focused activities like memory games, arts and crafts, and sensory exercises, promoting engagement and independence.
- Independently facilitated a Spanish-language “Somos Amigos” group, focusing on memory, socialization, and physical activity, including culturally relevant activities (e.g., "agua fresca" making, "Día de los Muertos" discussions, seated salsa dancing).
- Tailored interventions to support individuals with varying dementia stages, modifying activities for cognitive and physical needs.
- Supported virtual caregiver support groups, providing resources and guidance for dementia caregivers.
Level 1 Fieldwork Student
Olive View Medical Center- NICU/Peds Outpatient
05.2024 - 08.2024
- Conducted chart reviews to support treatment planning and document patient progress.
- Observed NICU interventions focused on positioning, sensory modulation, and caregiver education on lactation, diaper hygiene, and skin integrity.
- Translated interventions for Spanish-speaking parents to facilitate effective communication.
- Observed collaborations with multidisciplinary teams to address the needs of NICU babies, including those affected by substance exposure or entering foster care.
- Supported OT interventions for developmental milestone attainment in NICU graduates and referred families to community resources.
- Implemented a hand strength, coordination, and writing intervention for a 10-year-old with autism, incorporating client interests to enhance engagement.
- Documented patient progress through SOAP notes to guide treatment planning and decision-making.
Level 1 Fieldwork Student
Downtown Women's Center
01.2024 - 04.2024
- Assisted in trauma-informed interventions for residents with mental health challenges, hoarding tendencies, and environmental issues, promoting safe and functional living spaces.
- Co-facilitated a 5-week stress management and well-being workshop, addressing emotional regulation, sleep, nutrition, and anger management.
- Supported residents in navigating healthcare and housing applications, observing social work sessions focused on client advocacy and self-management.
- Organized and set up a "boutique shopping experience" to enhance resident dignity and independence in accessing donated clothing.
- Participated in weekly meetings, observing conflict resolution, and fostering community engagement in a culturally sensitive environment.
Registered Behavior Technician
Holding Hands Inc
06.2022 - 07.2023
- Managed embedded school case of three children with Autism Spectrum Disorder
- Observed and recorded client behavior and responses to the BIP through several forms of data taking including partial interval recording, learn units, antecedent-behavior-consequence, and daily session notes
- Established and maintained effective therapeutic and working relationships with teachers, school administration, and other school therapists
- Communicated nonverbally with children to provide personalized education, behavioral and emotional support
- Spoke with clients' families to understand patient needs and encourage cooperation regarding recommended interventions
- Displayed sensitivity to the cultural and linguistic needs of the clients and families served
- Received Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation Certification (CPR)
- Consistently attended optional monthly diversity, equity, and inclusion support meetings
- Currently receiving training for developmental, individual difference, relationship-based modality (DIR/Floortime)
Behavior Technician
Autism Behavior Intervention
03.2022 - 05.2022
- Received training in the basics of applied behavior analysis
- Performed behavioral interventions to teach communication, social and daily living skills and reduce problematic behaviors in home, community and school settings
- Assembled, maintained and analyzed data gathered during sessions
- Completed daily treatment logs
- Treated and improved academic skills and adaptive learning skills, including fine motor dexterity, gross motor, hygiene, grooming and domestic capabilities
- Received Crisis Prevention Intervention Certification (CPI)
Counselor
Troy Camp - University of Southern California
02.2020 - 07.2021
- Host bi-weekly workshops for high school students that are centered around real-world concepts, skills, and post-high school preparation
- Attend bi-weekly trainings to enhance inclusion, diversity, equity, and justice
- Supervised over 30 campers during a week-long outdoor camp in Los Angeles National Forest
- Served as a in person and phone Spanish translator between parents, counselors, and staff
Occupational Therapy Volunteer
Greco's World Inc
10.2020 - 06.2021
- Prepared treatment materials and assist with other clerical duties directed by the occupational therapist or administrator
- Maintained lobby, work area, and equipment sanitized and orderly to provide a safe working environment
- Created artistic work on walls to promote a welcoming and soothing environment for patients and visitors
- Established and maintained effective therapeutic and working relationships
Parent Facilitator
PBS SoCal
01.2019 - 05.2021
- Instructed five-week academies to help increase digital literacy in the South Los Angeles community
- Provide guidance to Black/Latinx parents based on PBS SoCal's Parent Academy curriculum
- Coordinated lesson plans, prepare materials, and perform set-up
Member
VOICE Peer Outreach Program - University of Southern California
09.2020 - 01.2021
- Completed training to broaden awareness of sexual violence, trauma, stalking, and relationship abuse
- Attend weekly meetings to learn and research local resource providers, and practice strategies for supporting a peer in crisis
- Collaborate with other representatives to design and implement consensual training for first year students
Instructor
Viterbi STEM Schools Partnership - University of Southern California
09.2019 - 05.2020
- Designed over 15 lesson plans to promote Next Generation Science Standard which included activities, worksheets, and experiments and administered those plans to 115 students in middle and high school
- Collected surveys from students and formed evaluations
- Maintained back office administration
- Organized and booked travel for over 15 student workers
- Coordinated and maintained communication between teachers, volunteers, and staff
Coordinator
Viterbi Adopt-a-School Adapt-a-Teacher - University of Southern California
09.2018 - 05.2019
- Collaborated with 8 LAUSD teachers to discuss and review new implemented curriculums, which improved USC's BOTS STEM outreach program
- Assisted in outreach communications, curriculum planning, and material organization to promote STEM learning and Latinx family engagement as part of USC's El Circulo Familiar program
- Served as a Spanish translator between the community and staff members for El Circulo Familiar Program
- Created student dossiers and organized applicant information to facilitate USC's SHINE program admission process
Student Aide/ Tutor
Joint Educational Program-University of Southern California
08.2018 - 05.2019
- Provide interactive one-on-one tutoring sessions across various subjects and assist in the development of stronger learning techniques, while enhancing communication and active listening skills
- Traveled weekly to St
- Vincent's School and coordinated curriculums with classroom teacher
- Provide one-on-one with student with behavioral issues to encourage completion and organization of classroom tasks
Education
Doctor of Occupational Therapy -
University of Southern California, Dornsife College of Letters, Arts, And Sciences
Los Angeles, CA05-2026
Timeline
Level 1 Fieldwork Student
Wise and Healthy Aging
09.2024 - 12.2024
Level 1 Fieldwork Student
Olive View Medical Center- NICU/Peds Outpatient
05.2024 - 08.2024
Level 1 Fieldwork Student
Downtown Women's Center
01.2024 - 04.2024
Registered Behavior Technician
Holding Hands Inc
06.2022 - 07.2023
Behavior Technician
Autism Behavior Intervention
03.2022 - 05.2022
Occupational Therapy Volunteer
Greco's World Inc
10.2020 - 06.2021
Member
VOICE Peer Outreach Program - University of Southern California
09.2020 - 01.2021
Counselor
Troy Camp - University of Southern California
02.2020 - 07.2021
Instructor
Viterbi STEM Schools Partnership - University of Southern California
09.2019 - 05.2020
Parent Facilitator
PBS SoCal
01.2019 - 05.2021
Coordinator
Viterbi Adopt-a-School Adapt-a-Teacher - University of Southern California
09.2018 - 05.2019
Student Aide/ Tutor
Joint Educational Program-University of Southern California
08.2018 - 05.2019
Doctor of Occupational Therapy -
University of Southern California, Dornsife College of Letters, Arts, And Sciences
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