Sawyer Storaasli
Overview
1
1
Certification
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Level II Fieldwork Student
Easterseals
Manchester
04.2026 - Current
- Conducted evaluations to determine program eligibility using the Hawaii Early Learning Profile (The HELP), collaborating with a multidisciplinary team to ensure comprehensive assessment.
- Administered pediatric assessments including PDMS3, BRIEF, SPM, and BOT-2 to gauge developmental progress and inform treatment plans.
- Proficient in IFSP completion during patient evaluations.
- Provided outpatient occupational therapy services to several children over the age of 3.
- Provided services for children ages 0–3 in daycare and home settings.
- Observed occupational therapy sessions at Easterseals’ Residential School to understand therapeutic techniques. occupational therapy services within Easterseals’ Residential School.
- Completed daily notes, ISFP reports, ISFP annual reviews, and case management reports to maintain accurate documentation and support continuity of care.
Level II Fieldwork Student
Krempels Brain Injury Center
Portsmouth
01.2026 - 03.2026
- Facilitated approximately 7 therapeutic groups per week for adults with acquired brain injury
- Led both in-person and virtual sessions, adapting communication strategies to meet diverse needs
- Collaborated with an interdisciplinary team to support client-centered care
- Delivered 1:1 telehealth interventions
- Facilitated community outings, including adaptive ice skating and visits to local food pantries
- Supervised and trained Level I interns, enhancing their skills and knowledge across disciplines
- Designed and implemented 'Lunch and Learn' program and group idea submission protocol to enhance member autonomy and expand program offerings
- Maintained timely and accurate documentation
Level I Pediatric Fieldwork Student
Capital Kids
Concord
08.2025 - 11.2025
- Assisted in administering pediatric assessments, including M-FUN and PDMS3, to evaluate developmental progress
- Observed and assisted with intervention strategies such as Sensory Integration, DIR/Floortime, vision therapy, and SOS Feeding
- Presented on implementation of Every Moment Counts in outpatient pediatric settings to enhance therapy engagement
- Shadowed speech-language pathologist, gaining insights into augmentative and alternative communication (AAC) evaluation processes
Level I Fieldwork Student
Mental Health Center of Greater Manchester
Manchester
01.2025 - 05.2025
- Collaborated with a team of four occupational therapy students to develop and facilitate a 10-week craft and life skills therapeutic group, enhancing life skills for individuals with intellectual and mental disabilities
- Conducted PASS assessment to identify and address client needs
- Participated in treatment planning meetings to support client care strategies.
- Facilitated group therapy sessions under supervision to enhance peer interactions.
Presenter
New Hampshire Occupational Therapy Association
Durham
11.2025
- Presented at New Hampshire Occupational Therapy Association State Conference on 'Role of Occupational Therapy in Menstruation Management for Adolescents with Neurodevelopmental Disabilities', advocating for inclusive and accessible practices.
Education
Master of Science - Occupational Therapy (OT)
Massachusetts Collage of Pharmacy & Health Sciences
Manchester, New Hampshire09-2026
Bachelor's of Science - Biochemistry, Psychology
Pacific Lutheran University
Tacoma, Washington01-2023
Skills
- Clinical documentation
- Therapeutic group facilitation
- Therapeutic communication
- Program development
- Critical thinking
- Problem solving
- Time management
- Communication
- Sensory Processing Techniques
- Public speaking
Certification
- BLS Certification, The American Heart Association, 03/01/27
- California Occupational Therapy License, NBCOT, Anticipated 09/01/26
Professional Organizations
- Coalition of Occupational Therapy Advocates for Diversity, Vice President
- Student Occupational Therapy Association
- Healthcare Advocates for Sustainability
- New Hampshire Occupational Therapy Association, Presenter
Timeline
Level II Fieldwork Student
Easterseals
04.2026 - Current
Level II Fieldwork Student
Krempels Brain Injury Center
01.2026 - 03.2026
Presenter
New Hampshire Occupational Therapy Association
11.2025
Level I Pediatric Fieldwork Student
Capital Kids
08.2025 - 11.2025
Level I Fieldwork Student
Mental Health Center of Greater Manchester
01.2025 - 05.2025
Master of Science - Occupational Therapy (OT)
Massachusetts Collage of Pharmacy & Health Sciences
Bachelor's of Science - Biochemistry, Psychology
Pacific Lutheran University