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Joanne Kanaley

Brightwaters,NY

Summary

Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.

Overview

21
21
years of professional experience

Work History

Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant

Sunrise Manor Nursing & Rehabilitation Center
2016.03 - 2023.09
  • Collaborated with supervising Occupational Therapists to evaluate treatment effectiveness, making necessary adjustments for optimal results.
  • Adapted treatment approaches according to individual patient preferences, ensuring engagement in the therapeutic process.
  • Improved patient outcomes by implementing individualized treatment plans and collaborating with interdisciplinary teams.
  • Assisted patients with completing basic daily living activities such as grooming, dressing and self-feeding.

Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant

Kramer Learning Center
2002.04 - 2017.01
  • Provided direct occupational therapy services to children with special needs in a pre-school setting.
  • Conducted quarterly assessments of functional abilities and limitations.
  • Built rapport with families, fostering trust and open communication for optimal therapy outcomes.
  • Helped improve fine motor, visual perception and sensory processing skills.
  • Evaluated treatment progress and adjusted Individualized Educational goals accordingly.
  • Contributed to interdisciplinary team meetings providing valuable input for comprehensive care planning.

Education

Associate of Science - Occupational Therapy Assisting

Suffolk County Community College
Brentwood, NY
05.2001

Bachelor of Arts - Social Work

Siena College
Loudonville, NY
05.1985

Skills

  • Individual and Small Group Instruction
  • Activity analysis
  • Documentation And Reporting
  • Collaborative Teamwork

Timeline

Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant

Sunrise Manor Nursing & Rehabilitation Center
2016.03 - 2023.09

Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant

Kramer Learning Center
2002.04 - 2017.01

Associate of Science - Occupational Therapy Assisting

Suffolk County Community College

Bachelor of Arts - Social Work

Siena College
Joanne Kanaley