Julia Grieco
Stirling,NJ
Summary
Dedicated and compassionate Occupational Therapist proficient in direct patient care and interdisciplinary collaboration, delivering tailored treatment plans that enhance children's functional abilities and participation in daily activities.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Occupational Therapist
Cranford School District
Cranford, NJ
09.2025 - Current
- Conducted assessments to evaluate children's fine motor skills and sensory processing abilities.
- Adapted activities and environments to meet diverse needs of children with varying disabilities.
- Documented patient progress and modified treatment goals based on ongoing evaluations.
- Increased children's participation in daily activities by addressing sensory processing challenges through tailored sensory integration strategies.
- Facilitated improved handwriting skills for students through targeted interventions and adaptive equipment recommendations.
Occupational Therapist
Alta Pediatrics, LLC
Watchung, NJ
10.2024 - Current
- Developed and implemented individualized treatment plans for patients with physical, cognitive, and psychosocial impairments.
- Demonstrated effective communication skills when interacting with family members and other intradisciplinary professionals.
- Completed and maintained necessary documentation.
- Assessed patient needs through standardized evaluations and observational techniques.
Occupational Therapist (Maternity Leave)
New Providence School District
New Providence, NJ
02.2025 - 06.2025
- Assessed and evaluated students through standardized tests and clinical observations.
- Designed group activities (including a fine motor and sensorimotor group) that promoted socialization among participants while building necessary skills.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to provide optimal treatment.
- Attended IEP meetings and advocated for student's needs in the classroom environment.
- Completed all documentation including evaluations, progress notes, and daily notes in a timely manner.
- Created individualistic interventions to uniquely meet each student's needs in progressing towards their goals.
Occupational Therapist
HealthPRO Heritage
Warren, NJ
11.2024 - 02.2025
- Provided training and instruction on adaptive equipment and techniques to enhance daily living skills.
- Motivated and empowered patients to participate actively in the rehabilitation process.
- Analyzed patient needs and limitations to identify functional impairments impacting daily living activities.
- Utilized therapeutic interventions to improve patients' independence in self-care, mobility, and work activities.
- Completed and maintained necessary documentation.
Level II Fieldwork Student
Rutgers Day School
Piscataway, NJ
01.2024 - 04.2024
- Managed a full caseload efficiently under supervision from clinical instructor.
- Provided clinical services and established strong therapeutic rapport to students with mental, emotional, and behavioral impairments.
- Maintained detailed documentation of students' progress, ensuring completion of daily notes in a timely manner.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team including teachers, nurses, social workers, speech-language pathologists, and psychiatrists.
Level II Fieldwork Student
Sisters of Christian Charity
Mendham, NJ
09.2023 - 12.2023
- Performed evaluations utilizing standardized assessments to create individualized goals to meet each patients' unique needs.
- Managed full caseload efficiently under supervision from clinical instructor.
- Completed evaluations, daily notes, and discharge notes in a timely manner to meet productivity standards.
- Coordinated interventions with multidisciplinary treatment team to provide optimal therapeutic outcomes.
- Increased patient satisfaction by addressing concerns and provided clear explanations of the therapy process.
Education
Master of Science - Occupational Therapy
Seton Hall University
Nutley, NJ05-2024
Bachelor of Arts - Social And Behavioral Sciences
Seton Hall University
South Orange, NJ05-2022
Skills
- Family and patient education
- Clinical reasoning
- Interdisciplinary collaboration
- Direct patient care
- Time management
- Organizational skills
Certification
New Jersey State Licensure
NJDOE Certification
AHA BLS Provider Certification
Timeline
Occupational Therapist
Cranford School District
09.2025 - Current
Occupational Therapist (Maternity Leave)
New Providence School District
02.2025 - 06.2025
Occupational Therapist
HealthPRO Heritage
11.2024 - 02.2025
Occupational Therapist
Alta Pediatrics, LLC
10.2024 - Current
Level II Fieldwork Student
Rutgers Day School
01.2024 - 04.2024
Level II Fieldwork Student
Sisters of Christian Charity
09.2023 - 12.2023
Master of Science - Occupational Therapy
Seton Hall University
Bachelor of Arts - Social And Behavioral Sciences
Seton Hall University