Miranda Youngs, OTR/L
126 Schuyler St, Boonville,NY
Summary
To work as a devoted Occupational Therapist to improve quality of life for pediatric and adolescent patients through targeted interventions and support.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Occupational Therapist
Developmental Therapy Associates
New Hartford, New York
08.2019 - Current
- Developed individualized treatment plans aligning with children's specific goals and capabilities to enhance therapeutic outcomes.
- Implemented intervention plans incorporating sensory integration techniques and tailored activity modifications for children with special needs to support their development.
- Designed therapeutic activities targeting improvement in physical strength, coordination, balance, posture, and sensory integration skills.
- Monitored patient progress through periodic re-evaluations to ensure desired outcomes were achieved or modified.
Occupational Therapist
Benchmark Family Services
Watertown, New York
10.2018 - 08.2019
- Engaged with students in 8:1:1 and 12:1:1 classrooms, utilizing PECS and ASL for effective communication.
- Coordinated with multidisciplinary teams to enhance client care strategies.
- Fostered relationships with children to support skill development essential for success in school setting.
Occupational Therapist
Faxton St. Lukes Hospital
10.2018 - 03.2019
- Implemented therapeutic interventions to enhance clients' daily living skills.
- Supported patient recovery in an intensive rehab unit through tailored interventions.
- Facilitated and motivated client participation in 90-minute therapy sessions.
- Collaborated with clients with diverse diagnoses to enhance independence.
- Past Employment-Per Diem
Education
Master of Science - Occupational Therapy
Utica College
Utica, NY05-2018
Bachelor of Science - Health Studies
Utica College
Utica, NY05-2017
Skills
- Treatment planning
- Patient evaluation
- Therapeutic interventions
- Sensory integration
- Activity modification
- Maintaining positive relationships
Timeline
Occupational Therapist
Developmental Therapy Associates
08.2019 - Current
Occupational Therapist
Benchmark Family Services
10.2018 - 08.2019
Occupational Therapist
Faxton St. Lukes Hospital
10.2018 - 03.2019
Master of Science - Occupational Therapy
Utica College
Bachelor of Science - Health Studies
Utica College