Melinda Craig COTA/L
Summary
Looking to contribute my substantial education collected over 5 years in pediatrics and skill set of providing individualized therapeutic interventions across the home setting, outpatient clinic, and school environments to a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant position within your therapy team.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Special Education Paraprofessional
Willard Orchard Hills Elementary
08.2023 - Current
- Coordinate with classroom teacher to create inclusive lesson plans that addressed the needs of students with moderate to high developmental delays
- Promote a culture of inclusion within the school community by modeling respectful interactions and encouraging open communication for all who interact essential skills students
- Implement evidence-based instructional strategies tailored to each student's unique learning style, promoting greater comprehension across subject areas
- Manage challenging behaviors using de-escalation techniques to maintain a safe and productive learning environment
- Develop strong rapport with students by demonstrating empathy, patience, and understanding during daily interactions
- Partner with speech therapists, occupational therapists, and other related service providers to ensure comprehensive support for each individual student's growth and progress
Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant
Integrity Home Care & Hospice
03.2022 - 07.2022
- Provided OT treatments in the home environment to improve muscle strength, endurance, and ADL/IADL performance according to goals created by a supervising Occupational Therapist
- Evaluated home environment for hazards or barriers to more independent living
- Educated and instruct patients and family members in home exercise programs and activities necessary to promote the client's health, safety and independent living
- Documented patient progress in all treatment sessions utilizing Homecare Homebase software
Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant
School District 49
09.2019 - 06.2020
- Planned and implemented diverse occupational therapy intervention approaches in the school environment according to goals created by a supervising Occupational Therapist
- Supported and built caring relationships with patients with developmental and cognitive disorders, such as Autism Spectrum Disorders, Down Syndrome, and developmental delays.
- Collaborated with supervising Occupational Therapists and other IEP team members to evaluate treatment effectiveness, making necessary adjustments for optimal results.
- Adapted school and classroom environment, tools, and materials for the purpose of improving student functioning and facilitating student access to curricular and instructional activities
- Maintained accurate records of patient progress, facilitating data-driven decision-making for treatment plan adjustments utilizing Frontline Education and Ksystems software
Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant
Rehab For All
07.2018 - 09.2019
- Facilitated diverse occupational therapy intervention approaches in the pediatric field to improve fine motor, visual motor, ADL/IADL, and sensory processing skills identified in the Occupational Therapy evaluation
- Trained caregivers in home exercise programs and activities of daily living to facilitate the child's functional independence
- Made recommendations for adaptive equipment and devices to increase quality of life
- Documented subjective, objective, and clinical assessment of patient progress towards functional independence in all treatment sessions utilizing Rehab Optima system
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Occupational Therapy Assistant
Pueblo Community College
Pueblo, CO05.2018
Associate of Science - General Studies: Science & Quantitative Reasoning
Grossmont Community College
El Cajon, CA12.2014
Skills
- IEP familiarity and treatment planning
- Professional and timely documentation
- Experienced with Handwriting Without Tears and Zones of Regulation Programs
- Autism Spectrum and Sensory Processing understanding
- Flexibility and Adaptability
- Effective communication within the interdisciplinary team/IEP team
- Crisis Prevention & Intervention Certified
Timeline
Special Education Paraprofessional
Willard Orchard Hills Elementary
08.2023 - Current
Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant
Integrity Home Care & Hospice
03.2022 - 07.2022
Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant
School District 49
09.2019 - 06.2020
Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant
Rehab For All
07.2018 - 09.2019
Associate of Applied Science - Occupational Therapy Assistant
Pueblo Community College
Associate of Science - General Studies: Science & Quantitative Reasoning
Grossmont Community College
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