Kimberly Slingerland
Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant
Coeymans Hollow,NY
Summary
Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant with over 10 years of experience working with individuals with Autism, physical, learning and cognitive disabilities. Patient and communicative with passion for helping patients/students to improve motor and cognitive skills. Known for strong time management, organization and communication skills. Well-versed in delivering effective therapy services, documenting progress and meeting schedules.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant
Germantown Central School
Germantown, NY
08.2004 - Current
- Assisted students with completing basic daily living activities such as grooming, dressing and self-feeding.
- Helped improve fine motor, visual perception and sensory processing skills.
- Educated students and families on conditions, treatments and home programs.
- Carried out day-day-day duties accurately and efficiently. that included direct and indirect services.
- Helped determine realistic treatment goals and adjusted steps based on patient progress.
- Provided support to help students adjust to new physical or cognitive limitations.
- Maintained and promoted positive attitude toward students and treatment programs.
- Educated students and staff on safe and effective use of therapy equipment, such as sensory swing, pressure/weighted vests, weights and inclined surfaces.
- Supported and built caring relationships with parents, staff and students with or working with developmental and cognitive disorders, such as Autism Spectrum Disorders, Down Syndrome, and developmental delays.
- Documented assessments,treatment goals and students progress using standardized note writing format.
- Assisted occupational therapist in the evaluation of students.
Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant
Professional Therapy Services
Durham, NY
09.1998 - 06.2004
- Helped improve fine motor, visual perception and sensory processing skills.
- Educated students and families on conditions, treatments, effective use of therapy equipment and home exercises.
- Helped determine realistic treatment goals and adjusted steps based on patient progress.
- Quickly learned new skills and applied them to daily tasks, improving efficiency and productivity.
- Carried out day-day-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Documented treatment goals and progress notes using standardized note writing format.
- Assisted the occupational therapist in the evaluation process
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Occupational Therapy Assistant
Maria College of Albany
Albany, NYSkills
- Sensory processing improvements
- Therapeutic techniques understanding
- Schedule Management
- Team collaboration
- Attention to Detail
- Interpersonal Communication
- PPE Compliance
- Problem-Solving
- Good Telephone Etiquette
- Multitasking Abilities
- Planning and Coordination
- Teamwork and Collaboration
Additional Information
- Assistant karate instructor at Albany County Traditional Karate Organization.
- Volunteers time to daughters sporting events with fundraisers.
- Volunteers time to AAU with tournament sporting events.
- Interests: Enjoys hiking, working out, gardening
Timeline
Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant
Germantown Central School
08.2004 - Current
Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant
Professional Therapy Services
09.1998 - 06.2004
Associate of Applied Science - Occupational Therapy Assistant
Maria College of Albany
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