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Education
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Kyle  Welch

Kyle Welch

North Richland Hills,TX

Summary

Highly motivated occupational therapist delivering positive patient outcomes, creative solutions to issues and great interaction with staff, patients and other stakeholders. A gifted professional knowledgeable in healthcare regulations. Ready for a new position involved in overseeing quality assurance for a medical facility.

Overview

22
22
years of professional experience

Work History

Clinical Director/Pediatric Occupational Therapist

Little Red Wagon Pediatric Therapy
Fort Worth, TX
05.2022 - Current
  • Manage employee and patient/parent complaints effectively at both clinic locations
  • Conduct regular reviews of employee performance and provide feedback
  • Ensure that all staff members complete their documentation promptly within the adhered guidelines
  • Oversee and approve time off requests in accordance with company policies
  • Develop and maintain policy standards and quality assurance measures to ensure compliance with industry regulations and company standards
  • Allocate and manage patient care hours with scheduling
  • Foster employee communication and company growth through regular meetings with staff
  • In charge of personal caseload and complete all duties as an treating occupational therapist.

Occupational Therapist

Cornerstone Therapies
Huntington Beach, CA
05.2015 - 05.2022
  • Department Head for Occupational Therapy at Beacon Day School contracted through Cornerstone Therapies
  • Provided interventions to facilitate student participation within school and clinic environment.
  • Screened, assessed, and evaluated children who qualify or who may qualify for occupational therapy services due to deficits in motor ability, sensory, or visual perceptual skills.
  • Documented evaluations and treatments based on client needs and age-appropriate standardized tests.
  • Adapted and modified the environment, including assistive technology, to meet individual student/patient needs.
  • Monitored effects of intervention to assess continuation, modification, or discontinuation.
  • Collaborated with school staff and administration for students IEP goals and areas of need.
  • Experience and knowledge with online electronic documentation with SEIS for IEP’s and educational needs
  • Completed home programs for parents to complete at home with increased practice.

Applied Behavioral Analysis Therapist

Cornerstone Therapies
Huntington Beach, CA
08.2009 - 05.2015
  • Provided Applied Behavioral Analysis therapy to children with autism spectrum disorders and other developmental disabilities.
  • Monitored progress of clients through data collection, graphing, and analysis of behavior change strategies.
  • Utilized positive reinforcement strategies to increase desired behaviors in clients.
  • Collaborated with parents, teachers, therapists, and other professionals to ensure effective implementation of ABA programs across settings.
  • Provided crisis management support when needed by utilizing de-escalation techniques or implementing emergency safety protocols.

Junior High Youth Interim Director

Christ Presbyterian Church
Huntington Beach, CA
08.2010 - 08.2011
  • Plan our weekly youth nights, which includes games, music, group activities, outreach material, and a message from the Bible.
  • Mentor students in need of help.
  • Organize youth events in the community.
  • Assist with our youth program on Sunday during our worship service.
  • Conducted regular meetings with staff to review progress on interim initiatives and identify areas for improvement.
  • Managed budgeting activities related to interim initiatives, ensuring that funds were allocated appropriately.

Los Angeles Clippers Community Relations

Los Angeles Clippers
Los Angeles, CA
09.2007 - 05.2010
  • Worked all Clipper home games for the 2008-2009 Season.
  • Worked with the Community Relation department with charity

auctions and halftime giveaways to fans.

  • Notified fans about giveaways and answered questions that fans may have about Staples Center.
  • Helped with community outreach events: Charity Golf Tournament, Thanksgiving Food Drive, Christmas Gifts for Children, and many more.
  • Helped with the Clippers NBA Read to Achieve program.
  • Help work on NBA Draft Day 2009 with Donald Sterling’s guests.

Beach Lifeguard

US Ocean Safety
Laguna Beach, CA
04.2002 - 09.2008
  • Assessed beach conditions and identified potential hazards to swimmers.
  • Monitored assigned areas of the beach for suspicious activity or unsafe water conditions.
  • Instructed swimmers on beach safety rules, regulations, and procedures.
  • Maintained accurate records of all incidents that occurred during shift.
  • Performed rescue operations in response to distressed swimmers in an efficient and timely manner.
  • Provided medical assistance as needed to injured persons until emergency services arrived on the scene.
  • Enforced local ordinances, rules, and regulations related to beach activities.

Education

Master of Science - Occupational Therapy

Loma Linda University
Loma Linda, CA
05-2015

Bachelor of Arts - Communications

California State University - Fullerton
Fullerton, CA
05-2009

Skills

  • Improving Efficiency
  • Leadership and Training
  • Attention to Detail
  • flexibility
  • Strategic planning
  • Empathy with clients
  • Verbal Communication
  • Scheduling
  • Overseeing Schedules
  • Staff Development

Volunteer Activities

  • Keystone Church Youth Crew Leader (2023-Present)
  • Mariners Church Jr. High youth group leader (2017-2021).
  • Christ Presbyterian Church, Jr. High youth group leader (2005-2016).
  • Christ Presbyterian Church, Shadow Program, Provide behavioral support for students with autism. (2003-2017)
  • ReLive Costa Rica Missions Trip, Help build a new church for the local community. (2013).
  • Rock of Africa, Humanitarian effort in Zambia and Zimbabwe, Building classroom and AIDS Prevention Education (2007, 2009).
  • Habitat for Humanity, Orange County House Construction (2007, 2008, 2009, 2014)
  • Samaritan Purse, Operation Christmas Child, Packaged Christmas gifts for children in need. (2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2018, 2019)
  • Romania, Humanitarian Trip, Counseled and provided support for the street kids. (2005).
  • Mexico, Humanitarian Trip, Building Houses (2002, 2003 ,2004, 2005, 2007, 2009).

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Clinical Director/Pediatric Occupational Therapist

Little Red Wagon Pediatric Therapy
05.2022 - Current

Occupational Therapist

Cornerstone Therapies
05.2015 - 05.2022

Junior High Youth Interim Director

Christ Presbyterian Church
08.2010 - 08.2011

Applied Behavioral Analysis Therapist

Cornerstone Therapies
08.2009 - 05.2015

Los Angeles Clippers Community Relations

Los Angeles Clippers
09.2007 - 05.2010

Beach Lifeguard

US Ocean Safety
04.2002 - 09.2008

Master of Science - Occupational Therapy

Loma Linda University

Bachelor of Arts - Communications

California State University - Fullerton
Kyle Welch