Performed evaluations and developed goals for clients with diagnoses including: Depression, Anxiety, Schizophrenia, PTSD, and Diabetes
Developed and Co-Led Weekly Therapeutic Health and Wellness Promotion groups for residents of Three Different Permanent Supportive Housing (PSH) Buildings
Administered The Following Assessments: Canadian Occupational Performance Measure, Modified Interests Checklist, Role Checklist, Home Safety Self Assessment Tool (HSSAT), and Occupational Profile
Created and Implemented Interventions focused on IADLs, nutrition management, symptom and condition management, leisure interests and pursuits, money management, home management, communication management, Social and emotional health promotion and maintenance, Physical activity, Employment interests and pursuits, and Peer group participation
Occupational Therapy Student Intern
NeuroRestorative
05.2023 - 08.2023
Created and implemented treatment plans with interventions focused on ADLs, IADLs, range of motion, upper extremity and trunk strengthening, cognitive training, neuromuscular re-education, therapeutic exercise/activities, and family/caregiver training.
Performed evaluations and developed goals for clients with diagnoses including cerebrovascular accidents, traumatic brain injuries, spinal cord injuries, poly trauma and fractures, unresponsive wakefulness syndrome,encephalopathy, amputations, and orthopedic surgeries.
Implemented intervention techniques such as joint mobilization, instrument assisted soft tissue mobilization (IASTM), active and passive range of motion, and physical agent modalities such as ultra sound and electrical stimulation (e-stim).
Performed home evaluations to assess barriers in the client’s environment and provide recommendations/modifications to ensure safe discharge home.
Administered and interpreted standardized assessments including MVPT-3 and Beck Depression inventory as an outcome measure when appropriate
Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for comprehensive patient care, improving overall health and wellbeing.
Education
Master of Science - Occupational Therapy
West Coast University, Center For Graduate Studies
Los Angeles, CA
11.2023
Bachelor of Science - Health Sciences
California State University Fullerton
Fullerton, CA
05.2020
Licensure
National Board for Certification in occupational therapy, Certification #517979
Certification
Basic Life Support (CPR/AED) Certified, expires 2025
Hospital Fire and Life Safety Certified, expires 2027
American Occupational Therapy Association, member since 2023
Occupational Therapy Association of California, member since 2022
Timeline
Occupational Therapy Student Intern
Homeless Healthcare Los Angeles
09.2023 - 11.2023
Occupational Therapy Student Intern
NeuroRestorative
05.2023 - 08.2023
Master of Science - Occupational Therapy
West Coast University, Center For Graduate Studies
Manager, Performance Management, Interim Housing at Los Angeles Homeless Services AuthorityManager, Performance Management, Interim Housing at Los Angeles Homeless Services Authority
Healthcare Integration Coordinator at Los Angeles Homeless Service Authority (LAHSA)Healthcare Integration Coordinator at Los Angeles Homeless Service Authority (LAHSA)