Successful at helping clients unravel physical, mental and emotional layers to identify root causes of problems and develop strong coping skills for diverse scenarios. Proficient in interdisciplinary collaboration with passion for leaving positive impact on patient lives.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Occupational Therapist
Fox Rehabilitation Services
09.2023 - Current
Provided interventions and treatments within patient's home to improve patient abilities to perform daily activities, manage symptoms and prevent injury.
Provided education to empower patients and families to understand conditions, treatments and treatment options for managing symptoms.
Recommended equipment to use in-home to maximize opportunities for wellness.
Consulted with direct-care staff to implement best methods to achieve therapy goals and increase carryover.
Established compassionate and caring relationships with patients.
Occupational Therapist
Sunbelt Staffing LLC
08.2023 - 11.2023
Performed evaluations and assessments to recommend best treatment for individual students.
Developed treatment plans building on student strengths to increase access to general educational curriculum.
Adapted environments by recommending changes to students' school environment to promote safety, independence and participation.
Provided education to empower students and families to meet therapy objectives.
Implemented Individualized Educational Programs (IEPs) for students and maintained records of student’s daily progress.
Worked within multidisciplinary team to coordinate treatment services for improved carryover.
Tutor
Public Partnerships, PPL
03.2021 - 12.2022
Collaborated with students to complete homework assignments, identify lagging skills, and correct weaknesses.
Assessed students' progress throughout tutoring sessions and adjusted instructional methods and content focus.
Occupational Therapist Student
Enfield Holistic
04.2022 - 07.2022
Conducted physical, academic, vocational, mental, and other types of evaluations to identify clients' needs and devised best treatment plan according to individual goals.
Delivered individualized and group counseling services to (20) clients working through issues such as mental illness and substance abuse
Provided comprehensive case management services, created treatment plans, and connected clients and families to appropriate resources.
Facilitated therapeutic communication, conflict resolution, and crisis intervention by redirecting negative behaviors and helping patients regain or improve coping abilities.
Worked collaboratively with other mental health professionals to provide consistent care and minimize diversion.
Supervised and worked in conjunction with certified occupational therapy assistant (COTA) on individualized treatment, progress reports, and discharge planning.
Teacher in Residence, Kindergarten at North Street School, Windsor Locks, CTTeacher in Residence, Kindergarten at North Street School, Windsor Locks, CT