Kerry O'Boyle
Summary
6 years experience in the Early Intervention and school based setting as a COTA/L. I am passionate about working with young people with multi-needs, autism, and Down Syndrome.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant
Eisenhower Cooperative
08.2017 - Current
- Helped improve fine motor, visual perception and sensory processing skills.
- Provided direct occupational therapy services in the school settings.
- Assisted students with activities of daily living (ADL) and functional mobility to increase comfort and quality of life.
- Supported and built caring relationships with students with developmental and cognitive disorders, such as Autism Spectrum Disorders, Down Syndrome, developmental delay and cerebral palsy.
- Implemented treatment interventions to support individual objectives in daily living, educational and vocational areas.
- Helped determine realistic IEP goals and adjusted steps based on patient progress.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant
Sequoia Therapy
05.2017 - Current
- Developed interventions for students currently struggling or at risk of falling behind.
- Assessed and documented student progress with established goals.
- Offered guidance and support to families of children with disabilities or developmental challenges.
- Developed strategic approaches to foster appropriate child development.
- Built and maintained therapeutic relationships, fostering positive, supportive and empowering client environments.
- Utilized evidence-based techniques to deliver successful treatment.
- Documented client progress to track effectiveness and inform future treatment plans.
Early Intervention Service Coordinator
LaRabida Children's Hospital
11.2011 - 05.2017
- Developed interventions for students currently struggling or at risk of falling behind.
- Assessed and documented student progress with established goals.
- Offered guidance and support to families of children with disabilities or developmental challenges.
- Referred clients to appropriate team members, community agencies and organizations to meet treatment needs.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Occupational Therapy Assistance
City Colleges of Chicago - Wilbur Wright College
Chicago, IL12.2016
Bachelor of Arts - Social Work
University of Iowa
Iowa City, IA08.2008
Skills
- Interdisciplinary Collaboration
- Therapeutic Techniques Understanding
- Sensory Processing Improvements
- Schedule Coordination
- NHTSTA certified for students with special healthcare needs
- Certified Autism Spectrum Disorder Clinical Specialist
Certification
- COTA - Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant
- Certified Autism Spectrum Disorder Clinical Specialist
- NHTSA Certified for Passengers with Special Healthcare Needs
Timeline
Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant
Eisenhower Cooperative
08.2017 - Current
Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant
Sequoia Therapy
05.2017 - Current
Early Intervention Service Coordinator
LaRabida Children's Hospital
11.2011 - 05.2017
Associate of Applied Science - Occupational Therapy Assistance
City Colleges of Chicago - Wilbur Wright College
Bachelor of Arts - Social Work
University of Iowa
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