MUNEYI DENIS
St Louis,MO
Summary
Compassionate Occupational Therapy Assistant with 3 years of experience with geriatric populations. Patient and communicative with passion for helping patients to improve motor and cognitive skills. Acknowledged for concise time management skills, superior organization and effective communication.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Paraprofessional Educator
KIPP WONDER
St Louis, MO
10.2023 - 05.2024
- Provided support during classes, group lessons, and classroom activities.
- Kept classrooms clean, neat, and properly sanitized for student health and classroom efficiency.
- Facilitated seamless transitions between learning activities by efficiently organizing supplies and preparing spaces for optimal productivity.
- Aided teachers in coordinating extracurricular events and field trips, providing enriching experiences beyond the traditional classroom setting.
- Oversaw students in classroom and common areas to monitor, enforce rules, and support lead teacher.
- Enhanced student comprehension by implementing differentiated instruction techniques tailored to individual learning needs.
- Provided ongoing feedback to teachers regarding student progress, facilitating necessary adjustments to better support individual growth.
- Collaborated with fellow educators to develop interdisciplinary units, enriching students'' understanding of various subjects.
- Oversaw groups of students at school and off-site locations, maintaining optimal safety, and security.
- Maintained safety and security by overseeing students in recess environments.
- Maintained inclusive learning environment to enable students to gain maximum benefit from lessons.
- Supported student learning objectives through personalized and small group assistance.
- Provided support to help students with special needs learn and grow.
- Supported special needs students through one-on-one assistance, enabling them to reach their full potential in an inclusive environment.
Paraprofessional
Special School District Of St. Louis County
St Louis, MO
08.2017 - 05.2023
- Provided students with personalized educational, behavioral and emotional support.
- Performed diverse tasks for teachers, including clerical support, classroom management and document coordination.
- Observed students to supply teachers with feedback regarding potential learning blocks and opportunities for support.
- Modeled and taught basic and advanced social skills, conflict management techniques and study approaches to students.
- Supported students in developing strategies for individual needs and classroom group dynamics.
Occupational Therapy Assistant
Reliant Rehabilitation
St Louis, MO
04.2017 - 08.2020
- Supported patients in daily living activities and maintenance programs under supervision of Occupational Therapist.
- Documented assessments, treatment goals and patient's progress using standardized note writing format.
- Evaluated patients' rehabilitative needs, developed treatment plans and goals and delivered appropriate therapy.
- Implemented patient treatment plans as established by licensed occupational therapists in support of patient goals.
- Promoted independence in activities of daily living by suggesting adaptions to activities.
- Supports and conducts ones self in a manner consistent with customer service expectations.
- Adhere to the code of ethics adopted by the department and professional to all departmental policies and procedures.
Home Health Care Provider
Easter Seals Midwest
St Louis, MO
08.2015 - 06.2017
- Assisted with personal care needs of clients in private homes while supporting patient independence and well-being.
- Dressed, groomed and fed patients with limited physical abilities to support basic needs.
- Fostered independence in disabled individuals while closely monitoring safety at all times.
- Facilitated best care by developing strong and trusting rapport with patient.
- Monitored medications for patients with various conditions, including stroke, autism, and developmental delays and kept watchful eye for side effects.
- Reviewed processes to improve quality, identify pain points and address training issues.
Medical Assistant
Obstetrical Associates of St. Lukes
St Louis, MO
06.2012 - 04.2014
- Partnered with healthcare and administrative staff to create patient-centered, inviting and supportive environment for patients and families.
- Implemented inventory tracking system to maintain product accessibility and lower equipment cost.
- Collaborated with radiologists, sonographers and other healthcare team members to streamline patient care.
- Followed all principles of asepsis and infection control to meet patient safety guidelines.
- Performed preliminary physical tests, such as taking blood pressure, weight and temperature, accurately recording results in patient history summary.
- Interviewed and engaged patients to obtain medical history, chief complaints and vital signs.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Occupational Therapy Assistance
St. Louis College Of Health Careers
St Louis, MO07.2015
Skills
- Multidisciplinary team collaboration
- Patient
- Social integration
- Organized
- Experience with Optima and Cassamba
- Medical records maintenance
- Crisis intervention
Timeline
Paraprofessional Educator
KIPP WONDER
10.2023 - 05.2024
Paraprofessional
Special School District Of St. Louis County
08.2017 - 05.2023
Occupational Therapy Assistant
Reliant Rehabilitation
04.2017 - 08.2020
Home Health Care Provider
Easter Seals Midwest
08.2015 - 06.2017
Medical Assistant
Obstetrical Associates of St. Lukes
06.2012 - 04.2014
Associate of Applied Science - Occupational Therapy Assistance
St. Louis College Of Health Careers