Marina De Leon
San Antonio,Texas
Summary
Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills, over 12 years of experience in the field of Occupational Therapy, some serving military families, eager to secure Recreational Assistant-Yoga position. Ready to help organization achieve client goals. Caring, patient, and observant leader with strong ethics and deep empathy for the client.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Sensory Consultant
Independent Contractor
10.2023 - Current
- Delivered tailored strategies to facilitate more effective classroom participation, experiences, and learning for autistic and special education scholars in 19 RISE classrooms on IDEA campuses.
- Analyzed problematic areas to provide recommendations and solutions regarding sensory supports, self-regulation programs, and visual supports within classrooms, designated sensory rooms, and typical school environments.
- Liaised with Shine Network, Inc., lead and co-teachers, behavior specialists and occupational and speech therapists to better understand sensory needs and recommend appropriate solutions.
- Managed scheduling for seven sites to meet dynamic needs of multiple grade levels.
Volunteer/ Past GS Troop Leader
Girl Scouts Of SW TX; GS Of Greater South TX
01.2018 - Current
- Fostered positive personal connection with each troop participant and cultivated social connections and sense of solidarity.
- Encouraged participation in camp activities and guided troop members in safe adventures near water, in horse arena, and on campgrounds.
- Supervised camper activities to address behavioral issues and promote fun, safety and inclusivity.
- Assisted in preparing recreational materials and supplies for each activity.
- Monitored participation in recreational activities to provide assistance to participants.
- Adhered to safety policies and procedures to facilitate safety of up to 12 participants.
Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant
A Plus Rehab
09.2015 - 10.2023
- Educated up to 14 patients per day and their caregivers on conditions, treatments and home exercises.
- Assisted patients with completing basic daily living activities such as grooming, dressing and self-feeding.
- Helped improve fine motor, visual perception and sensory processing skills through the use of multiple modalities.
- Strengthened communication skills through regular interactions with caregivers, patients, and the multiple disciplines and management on a daily basis and during monthly case conferences.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions to implement plans of care and promote best outcomes. Supported facility with administrative tasks such as checking in approximately 10 patients, accepting payments, answering approximately 10 incoming calls per hour, and performing chart audits.
- Supported and built caring relationships with patients with developmental and cognitive disorders, such as Autism Spectrum Disorders, Down Syndrome, developmental delay and cerebral palsy.
- Remediated range of motion to prevent joint contractures and maintain or improve joint flexibility of upper extremities.
- Advocated for all patients' health, safety and rights.
- Contributed date and reported on patient progress to Occupational Therapists responsible for re-evaluations on a weekly basis.
- Maintained and promoted positive attitude toward clients and treatment programs.
- Served as OTA fieldwork educator for three level II OTA students during 16-week fieldwork full-time assignments to ensure skill development in the use of effective, evidence-based, and safe interventions, communication, and documentation.
- Demonstrated yoga poses and provided verbal cues and adjustments to help patients improve alignment and technique, improve body awareness, balance, coordination, and mental and physical strength.
- Provided telehealth services to maintain patient access to therapy during pandemic.
- Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement by exceeding CEU requirements for state and national licensing and certification. Committed life-long learner.
Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant
National Nursing And Rehab
02.2015 - 07.2015
- Encouraged and attended to patients' physical needs to facilitate and attain therapeutic goals, maintaining a caseload of approximately 25 patients and 30-35 visits per week.
- Maintained records of patient information in accordance with HIPAA regulations.
- Reported patients' progress, attitudes and accomplishments to supervisors or therapists.
- Assisted occupational therapist in developing and implementing individual treatment plans.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment of more than eight practitioners and multiple disciplines.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
- Transported and/ or assisted with mobility and transfer of pediatric and adult patients within the home environment using wheelchairs and assistive devices.
- Assisted patients with completing basic daily living activities such as grooming, dressing and self-feeding.
- Assisted patients with activities of daily living (ADL) and functional mobility to increase comfort and quality of life.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written using variety of EMR documentation systems.
- Provided compassionate care to patients with debilitating conditions.
Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant
Fun And Functional Therapeutic Services
02.2012 - 03.2015
- Provided direct occupational therapy services in pediatric setting in compliance with HIPAA regulations.
- Educated patients on safe and effective use of therapy equipment, such as pulleys, weights and inclined surfaces.
- Participated in team projects within the community, demonstrating an ability to work collaboratively and effectively, promote patient access to services, and provide training to caregivers and daycare providers.
- Conducted needs assessments to identify key areas of service needs as community education director.
Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant
Quality Therapy Providers
08.2011 - 02.2012
- Provided direct occupational therapy services in pediatric/ CORF setting.
- Implemented treatment interventions to support individual objectives in daily living, clinical, and educational areas.
- Provided support to help patients adjust to new physical or cognitive limitations.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment.
- Represented OT dept in monthly case conferences to communicate progress to PCM and advocate for patient care in a combined caseload of over 75 patients.
Instructional Paraprofessional/ Gen & Special Ed
San Benito Consolidated Independent School District
08.2003 - 05.2009
- Interacted physically and verbally with students throughout each day.
- Offered student support through special accommodations, extra assistance, and assessments while collaborating with visual impairment teacher, district coach, occupational therapist, and mobility and orientation specialist.
- Delivered personalized educational, behavioral, and emotional support to individual students to enable positive learning outcomes.
- Collaborated with teacher to create customized classroom environment integral to students' needs.
- Monitored student classroom and outdoors activities to promote student safety for up to 25 students at any given time.
- Oversaw class of students in absence of instructor.
- Established professional relationships with parents and other teachers to increase rapport and support.
- Alerted instructor to student behavior or issues requiring intervention.
Education
Certification - Yoga Ergonomics
Ergo Yoga Teacher
Tina Adair, Instructor08.2020
Certificate - Expended Food And Nutrition Education Program
Texas A& M AgriLife Extension Service
San Antonio, TX04.2020
Certification - Yoga, Meditation, Mindfulness
Kidding Around Yoga - Instructor
St Petersburg, Fl03.2018
Associate of Applied Science - Occupational Therapy Assistant
South Texas College
McAllen, TX05.2011
Skills
- Class Design
- Interpersonal Communication
- Meditation Techniques
- Pose Modifications
- Individual and Group Instruction
- Equipment Organization
- Body Mechanics and Physiology
- Muscular Strength and Endurance
- CPR Certification
- Safety Understanding
- Client Relations
- Activity Coordination
- Rehabilitation techniques
hiking, yoga, reading, mediation, drum circles
With the goal of self-improvement to achieve work/ life balance, I enjoy exploring monthly opportunities locally in nature and music that encompass balance, strength, and mindfulness towards general well-being and community connection. I enjoy volunteering with my daughter's Girl Scout troop and at our HOA seasonal events where I conduct yoga and storytime outside of contributing to serving and setup/ tear down of decor for the events.
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Sensory Consultant
Independent Contractor
10.2023 - Current
Volunteer/ Past GS Troop Leader
Girl Scouts Of SW TX; GS Of Greater South TX
01.2018 - Current
Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant
A Plus Rehab
09.2015 - 10.2023
Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant
National Nursing And Rehab
02.2015 - 07.2015
Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant
Fun And Functional Therapeutic Services
02.2012 - 03.2015
Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant
Quality Therapy Providers
08.2011 - 02.2012
Instructional Paraprofessional/ Gen & Special Ed
San Benito Consolidated Independent School District
08.2003 - 05.2009
Certification - Yoga Ergonomics
Ergo Yoga Teacher
Certificate - Expended Food And Nutrition Education Program
Texas A& M AgriLife Extension Service
Certification - Yoga, Meditation, Mindfulness
Kidding Around Yoga - Instructor
Associate of Applied Science - Occupational Therapy Assistant
South Texas College