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Kristine M. Beaulieu

Simsbury,CT

Summary

Accomplished Occupational Therapist with extensive work with the pediatric population. Organized problem solver who swiftly handles changing caseloads and therapy related duties. Extensive knowledge of Sensory Integration Therapy, Developmental Disabilities and Autistic Spectrum Disorder.

Overview

24
24
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

School-Based Occupational Therapist

Enfield Board Of Education
08.2009 - Current
  • Create and manage a fluctuating schedule of 40+ students per week with 100% responsibility for assessment, treatment planning and provision of OT services.
  • Partnership with families and academic team members to formulate Individualized Education Plans for students in grades PreK12th and provide progress monitoring data to determine student progress.
  • Provide high quality of care for students 3-18 years of age diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorders, Down Syndrome, Mental Retardation, Genetic Disorders, and other developmental, physical, and cognitive disabilities that includes consultation to educate parents and staff members on on specific strategies to facilitate independence within the academic setting.
  • Collaborate with all school personnel to provide training, implementation, and guidance in the implementation of specific therapy based interventions that work to facilitate specific learning targets that support the student's academic and self-help curriculums.
  • Develop and implement classroom accommodations to ensure equal access to educational opportunities for students receiving Occupational Therapy services.
  • Create opportunities for training, modeling, feedback, and fidelity checks that is provided to administration, teachers, and paraprofessionals.
  • Leader in the transition to multimodal service via teletherapy platforms during a global pandemic and use on-line data systems to document student educational plans and billing for Medicaid services.


Early Intervention Occupational Therapist

Easter Seals Connecticut/Rhode Island, Inc.
07.2006 - 08.2009
  • Skilled facilitator of home healthcare services for Easter Seals Connecticut and contracted, school based therapy services to Enfield Board of Education, Enfield CT.
  • Administered OT evaluations and treatment for children with motor, cognitive and sensory processing delays 0-18 years of age within the home and academic environments.
  • Developed Individual Family Service Plans and Individualized Education Plans to maximize the continuity of client centered care for achieving desired outcomes.
  • Advocate for and consultant to caregivers and school staff for children on therapeutic interventions, accommodations, and modifications appropriate for the child within their natural environment.
  • Participated in Individualized Education Plan meetings as a Birth to Three provider, as well as, as an educational staff team member.


Outpatient Occupational Therapist

Center For Pediatric Therapy
08.2005 - 07.2006
  • Integral member of a multidisciplinary team and provided medically based occupational therapy services for children ages two through adolescent providing fine motor, visual motor, sensory based and aquatic therapy interventions with the outpatient setting.
  • Performed evaluations to capture meaningful and measurable information in determining plan of care.
  • Educated patients and their families on occupational therapy strategies, promoting understanding and adherence to prescribed interventions.
  • Developed creative strategies for engaging patients with limited mobility or cognitive abilities, including the use of sensory tools and therapeutic games.
  • Contributed to a positive clinic environment by maintaining clean, organized treatment spaces and adhering to safety protocols.
  • Continuously updated professional knowledge by attending workshops, conferences, and pursuing additional certifications in relevant specialties.
  • Streamlined documentation processes by consistently completing accurate and timely records of patient progress and billing information.
  • Supervised Level I and Level II OT students.


Community Based Occupational Therapist

Hill Health Center
12.2002 - 08.2005
  • Evaluated and delivered home/community based occupational therapy services for the birth to three population with a variety of diagnoses within the urban and suburb locations.
  • Conducted initial interviews, assessments, intervention planning and modifications, routine therapy, discharge planning and completed related documentation.
  • Conducted thorough evaluations to assess the child's needs, functional limitations, and potential for improvement.
  • Enhanced patient functionality through evidence-based therapeutic interventions and exercises.
  • Documented patient progress accurately and efficiently, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements.
  • Instructed parents and families on adaptive equipment, and safety modifications.
  • Provided education to empower caregivers/families to understand conditions, treatments and community based options for managing symptoms and or facilitating therapy progress.


Hospital Based Occupational Therapist

Saint Vincent's Hospital And Medical Center
08.2000 - 11.2002
  • Addressed patient populations throughout the lifespan within the medically fragile, acute, subacute, NICU, PICU, rehabilitation, inpatient, and outpatient settings which provided experience with development and design of upper extremity splinting/orthosis.
  • Acted as Senior/Lead Occupational Therapist and as developmental specialist consultant for a satelite, specialized infant clinic while managing the outpatient occupational therapy facility and supervising Level I and Level II OT students.
  • Mentored occupational therapy students during clinical rotations, fostering professional growth and development.
  • Streamlined outpatient clinic operations by organizing schedules, managing inventory, and maintaining a clean work environment.
  • Collaborated and cultivated growth through weekly patient care plan meetings amongst a multidisciplinary team.
  • Consulted with physicians and other medical staff to implement best methods to achieve therapy goals.
  • Prepared justification reports to Medicaid and private insurance companies.


Education

Master of Science - Occupational Therapy

Touro College
New York, NY
01.2000

Bachelor of Science - Rehabilitation Services

Springfield College
Springfield, MA
1996

Skills

  • Autism spectrum Disorder experience
  • Down Syndrome knowledge
  • Assistive Technology Usage

*Augmentative communication devices, software that

allows communication via pictures and symbols,

communication boards and switches, FM

amplification systems, social stories, picture/written

schedules, touch screeens

  • Splinting capability
  • Outpatient therapy background
  • Special education professional
  • Team training and supervision

Certification

State of Connecticut Department of Health:

  • License # 002678


Western Psychological Services in Sensory Integration

  • Certification # 1918


National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy, Inc.

  • Certification #104134

Professional Memberships

  • National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy (NBCOT)


Timeline

School-Based Occupational Therapist

Enfield Board Of Education
08.2009 - Current

Early Intervention Occupational Therapist

Easter Seals Connecticut/Rhode Island, Inc.
07.2006 - 08.2009

Outpatient Occupational Therapist

Center For Pediatric Therapy
08.2005 - 07.2006

Community Based Occupational Therapist

Hill Health Center
12.2002 - 08.2005

Hospital Based Occupational Therapist

Saint Vincent's Hospital And Medical Center
08.2000 - 11.2002

Master of Science - Occupational Therapy

Touro College

Bachelor of Science - Rehabilitation Services

Springfield College

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