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Marissa Monique Chatman

Tacoma,WA

Summary

Highly motivated recent graduate of Regis University with a Bachelor's degree in Health and Exercise Science and a minor in Psychology. Joined the US Army to gain valuable experience as an Occupational Therapist Assistant and broaden professional horizons. Eager to take on a dynamic and hands-on role in the Rehabilitation industry and make a positive impact. Dedicated to expanding knowledge and skills to provide effective rehabilitation solutions as a future Neuropsychologist or Occupational Therapist specializing in Cognitive Therapy.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

68L Occupational Therapist Assistant

US Army
11.2023 - Current
  • Assisted patients with functional mobility and daily tasks to increase comfort and reduce disability.
  • Evaluated treatment progress and adjusted to achieve maximum benefit.
  • Educated and equipped Service Members with practical tools and strategies to enhance mental readiness through mindfulness-based techniques, fostering greater resilience, focus, and overall well-being in both training and operational environments.
  • Provided compassionate care to patients with debilitating conditions.
  • Assisted patients with activities of daily living (ADL) and functional mobility to increase comfort and quality of life.
  • Enhanced patient recovery by implementing individualized treatment plans and conducting therapeutic exercises.

ISSA Certified Personal Trainer

Self Employed
07.2023 - Current
  • Trained clients during strength training, cardio vascular exercise, and stretching.
  • Demonstrated proper technique for exercises to avoid injuries.
  • Motivated clients to stay on track with fitness goals with positive and friendly approach.
  • Assisted clients with personal fitness goals through realistic objectives.
  • Explained exercise modifications and contraindicated movements to participants with history of injury.
  • Designed specific workout systems for individual clients based on performance ability.

VA Student Work-Study

Federal Work Study, Regis Military and Veteran Resource Center
08.2019 - 07.2023
  • Help incoming Veterans and Dependent with questions about their benefits and school
  • Help with organization and maintain Student Pantry by filing orders that come in and help organize our food drive that comes every first Tuesday of every month and our end-of-year Food Drive for the surrounding community
  • Interacted respectfully with others to offer ideas, identify issues and provide assistance.
  • Conducted in-person and telephone interviews with veterans and advocates to explain benefits and related programs.

Summer Babysitter

Self Employed
04.2017 - 06.2023
    • Prepared tasty, healthy meals for children to encourage good eating habits
    • Bathed, dressed and helped with teeth brushing as part of bedtime preparation
    • Supported children's educational progress by reviewing completed homework, quizzing on math and science and assisting with school projects
    • Closely monitored children's play activities to verify safety
    • Played games, worked on puzzles and read books to young children
    • Engaged children in outdoor and indoor fun, educational activities such as visits to local parks, zoos and museums.

Recovery Specialist

Denver Sports Recovery
01.2022 - 05.2022
  • Learned and perform Treatments and modalities on clients
  • Devised rehabilitation and exercise plans to aid healing, build strength and prevent further injury
  • Developed and implemented preventive programs to minimize injuries
  • Quickly learned new skills and applied them to daily tasks, improving efficiency and productivity
  • Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.

Administrative Clerk

City Of Commerce City
01.2018 - 08.2019
    • Coordinated and maintained impressive office organization to keep facilities efficient, organized and professional
    • Created and updated physical records files to maintain current, accurate and compliant documentation
    • Examined, categorized and sorted incoming documents
    • Classified files based on source, type or other details.

Education

Associate of Science - Occupational Therapy Technician

Uniformed Services University
San Antonio, TX
01-2025

B.S - Health and Exercise Science

Regis University
Denver, Colorado
05.2023

Skills

    • Administrative Duties
    • Verbal and Written Communication
    • Data Entry
    • Multitasking and Organization
    • Tutoring and Mentoring
    • Event and Activity Planning
      • Active Learning
      • Injury Prevention Techniques
      • Complex Problem-Solving
      • Nutritional Education
      • Body Composition Analysis

Certification

  • Basic Life Support (BLS)-CPR qualified with AED trained in both Adults and Pediatrics Certified Through American Red Cross
  • HEADS UP Concussion Training in Youth Sports
  • CPT - Certified Personal Trainer, ISSA
  • Nutritionist, ISSA
  • Fitness Coach , ISSA

Volunteer

Girls Basketball Coach

  • Educate the fundamental of the sport
  • Worked with Individual team members to devise personalized plans to help target specific areas of improvement
  • Promoting Sportsmanship,Fun, and Passion among players
  • Motivated players through positive reinforcement, addressing areas of opportunity and teaching new techniques

All-Stars Club: Buddy Volunteer's place of belonging centered on fun, friends and faith for friends with developmental disabilities, all while parents and caregivers are given the opportunity for respite.

  • Spending 1on1 time with an All-Star
  • Making sure they are enjoying the activities and friends that match their interests.
  • Assist them in getting snacks.
  • Make sure they are reunited with their parent/caregiver prior to checkout and exiting the event.

Boys & Girls Clubs of Metro Denver: Beach Court Elementary Volunteer

  • Teaching kids why healthy eating is important
  • Expand their knowledge of nutrition overall

Timeline

68L Occupational Therapist Assistant

US Army
11.2023 - Current

ISSA Certified Personal Trainer

Self Employed
07.2023 - Current

Recovery Specialist

Denver Sports Recovery
01.2022 - 05.2022

VA Student Work-Study

Federal Work Study, Regis Military and Veteran Resource Center
08.2019 - 07.2023

Administrative Clerk

City Of Commerce City
01.2018 - 08.2019

Summer Babysitter

Self Employed
04.2017 - 06.2023

Associate of Science - Occupational Therapy Technician

Uniformed Services University

B.S - Health and Exercise Science

Regis University