Samantha Sisto
Crystal Lake
Summary
Licensed occupational therapist with 3 years of experience as a pediatric occupational therapy provider and an additional 5 years experience working as a camp counselor, nanny and babysitter for children aged 12 months to 10 years old. Highly driven, patient, and empathic professional dedicated to fostering child development and well-being. Strong collaboration and communication skills to work effectively with children and parents, and staff. Demonstrated ability to advocate for children's needs and implement strategies that enhance development. Committed to building supportive relationships and maintaining positive, inclusive atmosphere. Willing to support and assist members of house operations.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Occupational Therapist
School District #47
08.2023 - Current
Occupational Therapist
In2Great Pediatric Therapy Services
09.2022 - 07.2023
- Built strong rapport with patients and associates, respecting diverse opinions, and treatment styles.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to ensure comprehensive patient care.
- Fostered efficiency through strategic workflow planning and complex schedule management.
- Supported patient need, continuously assessing functional progress, safety and treatment outcome as evidenced by team feedback and documentation.
- Drove patient progress through continuous reevaluation and adjustment of treatment plans.
- Implemented sensory integration techniques to address sensory processing challenges in pediatric clients.
- Provided documentation of patient evaluations, interventions, outcomes, and recommendations for continued care.
- Contributed to company growth through efforts to reduce costs, streamline work processes and improve service delivery.
- Built strong rapport with patients, guardians and associates, respecting diverse opinions, and treatment styles.
- Coordinated with school staff members to provide support services for students receiving occupational therapy services.
- Facilitated group therapy sessions designed to enhance social skills, coping strategies, and problem-solving abilities.
- Educated patients and their families on therapeutic techniques, adaptive equipment, and home modifications.
Nanny
Petersen Family
08.2018 - 08.2022
- Engaged with children on age-appropriate level.
- Established lasting, professional connections with families and children by encouraging open communication and delivering positive feedback.
- Bathed, dressed, and helped with teeth brushing as part of bedtime preparation.
- Played games, worked on puzzles, and read books to young children.
- Built positive and nurturing environments to support child social and emotional growth.
- Supported children in play activities, meals, and snacks, hygiene and socialization.
- Prepared meals and snacks for children based on dietary guidelines and severe allergy restrictions.
Part Time Babysitter
Brock Family
08.2018 - 08.2020
- Communicated positively with children and guardians.
- Sanitized dishes, tabletops, toys, and frequently touched surfaces to prevent spreading of germs.
- Bathed, dressed, and helped with teeth brushing as part of bedtime preparation.
- Prepared healthy, age-appropriate snacks and meals.
- Assisted with meal preparation, light housekeeping and laundry to support family with additional chores.
- Created safe and engaging learning environment for groups of diverse children with various learning styles.
One on One Camp Counselor
Crystal Lake Park District
06.2017 - 08.2019
- Worked with children of varying age, interest, skill, and developmental levels.
- Led groups of children safely through variety of camp activities.
- Collaborated with other camp counselors to design fun and enriching learning activities for campers.
- Assisted in preparing meals and snacks to provide nutritional needs to campers.
- Implemented rules and regulations to enforce discipline and compliance.
- Supervised camper activities to address behavioral issues and promote fun, safety and inclusivity.
Education
Master of Science (M.S.) - Occupational Therapy
North Central College
05.2022
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) - Neuroscience
Carthage College
06.2020
Skills
- Rapport building
- Interpersonal Communication
- Time Management
- Collaboration Abilities
- Direct Patient Care
- Fine motor skills
- Sensory integration
- Special needs experience
- Educational activity planning
- Social skill development
- Nutrition and meal planning
- Behavior management techniques
- Child development expertise
- Routine adherence
Certification
Occupational Therapy Licensure
Timeline
Occupational Therapist
School District #47
08.2023 - Current
Occupational Therapist
In2Great Pediatric Therapy Services
09.2022 - 07.2023
Nanny
Petersen Family
08.2018 - 08.2022
Part Time Babysitter
Brock Family
08.2018 - 08.2020
One on One Camp Counselor
Crystal Lake Park District
06.2017 - 08.2019
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) - Neuroscience
Carthage College
Master of Science (M.S.) - Occupational Therapy
North Central College
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