Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
Growth & Professional Development Goals
Timeline
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Kenneth McCall

Lansing,IL

Summary

Empathetic OTA student with expertise in client-centered care within skilled nursing, community wellness, and therapeutic observation. Proficient in developing measurable goals, modifying environments, and utilizing assistive technology, adhering to OTPF and COAST frameworks. Strong clinical reasoning and communication skills prioritize autonomy, accessibility, and meaningful participation.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Floor Technician

South Holland Rehab & Nursing Center
South Holland, IL
01.2019 - Current
  • Maintained safe, therapeutic environments supporting long-term care clients
  • Observed OT/OTA interventions for mobility, ADLs, and cognitive well-being
  • Gained familiarity with adaptive equipment, documentation, and interdisciplinary care

OT Volunteer

Community Wellness Initiative
South Holland, IL
01.2024 - 05.2024
  • Contributed to chronic condition management and caregiver education programs
  • Helped craft COAST-style goals aligned to OTPF performance areas
  • Advocated for equitable access and integrated holistic strategies into care

Service Learning Experience

YMCA Aquatic Therapy
Tinley Park, IL
03.2024 - 04.2024
  • Observed therapeutic aquatic sessions focused on ROM, strength, and pacing
  • Reflected on OTA roles in aging-in-place interventions through water-based activities
  • Applied insights to environmental adaptation and psychosocial engagement

Rehabilitation Aide

Sunrise Senior Care Center
Flossmoor, IL
08.2023 - 12.2023
  • Assisted in preparatory tasks and client setup under OTA supervision
  • Supported group facilitation and documented therapy progress using OTA principles
  • Applied therapeutic use of self and modified tasks based on client need

Education

Associate of Applied Science - Occupational Therapy Assistant

St. Catherine University
Saint Paul, MN
01-2026

Associate of Applied Science -

South Suburban College of Cook County
South Holland, IL
05-2023

GED -

Chicago State University
Chicago, IL
04-2016

Skills

  • Clinical reasoning and goal development
  • Documentation practices
  • Therapeutic communication
  • Environmental adaptation
  • Technology integration
  • Documentation management
  • Client advocacy
  • Sanitization methods

Certification

  • Basic Life Support Certificate
  • Mandated Reporter Certificate

Growth & Professional Development Goals

Deepen practical engagement with both pediatric patients and individuals facing mental health challenges. Enhance expertise in leading group sessions within therapeutic settings and in delivering impactful community education programs. Further refine the accuracy and detail of clinical documentation and hone the development of effective and targeted intervention plans.

Timeline

Service Learning Experience

YMCA Aquatic Therapy
03.2024 - 04.2024

OT Volunteer

Community Wellness Initiative
01.2024 - 05.2024

Rehabilitation Aide

Sunrise Senior Care Center
08.2023 - 12.2023

Floor Technician

South Holland Rehab & Nursing Center
01.2019 - Current

Associate of Applied Science - Occupational Therapy Assistant

St. Catherine University

Associate of Applied Science -

South Suburban College of Cook County

GED -

Chicago State University