KAREN CARRABES
Plymouth,MA
Overview
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Certification
41
41
years of professional experience
Work History
Occupational Therapist
Erickson Retirment Communities at Linden Ponds
Hingham, Massachusetts
12.2008 - Current
- Assessed and developed customized treatment plans for individuals age 62+ with orthopedic, neurological, and complex medical diagnoses in 22-bed short-term rehabilitation unit, enhancing recovery outcomes.
- As Lead Clinician developed and implemented a cognitive-behavioral program to support the physical, cognitive and social-emotional needs of residents residing on a 44-bed dementia unit.
- Conducted home safety assessments and implemented modifications to facilitate safe discharges, ensuring patient well-being and independence.
- Collaborate with interdisciplinary team members, caregivers and families to ensure effective interventions.
- Led training sessions for caregivers and healthcare staff on safe patient handling techniques, improving care quality and reducing injury risks.
Occupational Therapist
Braintree Rehabiliation Hospital
Braintree, MA
09.1988 - 12.2005
- Delivered occupational therapy services across all practice areas in 250-bed acute rehabilitation hospital.
- Evaluated patient needs through comprehensive assessments, implementing individualized treatment plans.
- Conducted weekend rounds, adjusting treatment plans based on changes in medical conditions.
- Supervised weekend therapy staff, managing schedules and ensuring timely patient treatment sessions.
Assistant District Attorney
Suffolk County District Attorney's Office
Boston, Massachusetts
09.1991 - 07.1996
- Presented cases in court, advocating for the state's position effectively.
- Assisted in the prosecution of criminal cases by conducting legal research, preparing memoranda and briefs, and arguing motions.
- Presented evidence at trial before the judge or jury; argued points of law relevant to the case under consideration.
- Negotiated plea bargain terms with defendants' counsels, ensuring fair representation for the state.
- Prepared indictments for grand jury review, drafted plea agreements, and negotiated settlements with defense attorneys to facilitate case resolution.
- Coordinated multi-agency efforts to streamline prosecution of cases involving multiple jurisdictions.
- Analyzed evidence including witness statements, police reports, medical records, photographs and physical objects.
- Collaborated with law enforcement on evidence collection and witness interviews.
- Conducted interviews with victims, suspects, witnesses and others involved in criminal cases.
- Worked closely with crime laboratory personnel in order to ensure that all evidence was properly collected and preserved for use in court proceedings.
Occupatioanl Therapist
Braintree Rehabiliation Hospital
Braintreee, MA
05.1985 - 08.1988
- Full-time occupational therapist in 250-bed acute rehabilitation hospital.
- Led clinical team on traumatic brain injury and spinal cord injury unit, coordinating patient care and rehabilitation strategies.
- Developed and implemented customized rehabilitation programs addressing specific needs of clients with traumatic brain injury or stroke, enhancing recovery outcomes.
- Assessed, developed and implemented evidence-based therapeutic interventions customized to meet individual goals and abilities.
- Worked with interdisciplinary teams to provide comprehensive treatment and support.
- Conducted educational seminars on best practices in occupational therapy for traumatic brain injury rehabilitation, improving knowledge and skills among healthcare providers.
Skills
- Patient education
- Patient needs assessment
- Rehabilitation techniques
- Family and patient education
- Community integration
- Program development
- Community engagement
- Persuasive argumentation
- Trial advocacy
- Plea negotiation
- Courtroom demeanor
Certification
- Massachusetts Occupational Therapy License #1589
National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy #AA446609
Admitted Massachusetts Bar 1/21/1992 BBO# 558636
Certified Aging in Place Specialist
Affiliations
- Member American Occupational Therapy Association
Member Massachusetts Occupational Therapy Association
Member World Federation of Occupational Therapy
Member Home Modification Occupational Therapy Alliance
Timeline
Occupational Therapist
Erickson Retirment Communities at Linden Ponds
12.2008 - Current
Assistant District Attorney
Suffolk County District Attorney's Office
09.1991 - 07.1996
Occupational Therapist
Braintree Rehabiliation Hospital
09.1988 - 12.2005
Occupatioanl Therapist
Braintree Rehabiliation Hospital
05.1985 - 08.1988