activity therapist resume example with 20+ years of experience
Jessica
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Professional Summary
Experienced school-based Occupational Therapist with 25 years experience using meaningful activities to help children and youth participate in what is needed and/or want to do in order to promote physical, mental, and social health and well-being. Addressing the physical, cognitive, psychosocial and sensory components of performance. In schools, Focusing on academics, play and leisure, social participation, self-care skills, and transition/ work skills. Expertise includes activity and environmental analysis and modification with a goal of reducing the barriers to participation.
Skills
Adapt environment and remove barriers to allow access
Recommend curriculum adaptations
Support accommodations
Ensure access and participation in school activities and educational programs
Assist in preparation for transition post-graduation
Staff education and training
Model activities to whole classrooms or small groups
Participate with team problem solving
Contribute to universal design for learning (UDL)
Support use of assistive technology
Education
Chatham UniversityPittsburgh, PAExpected in 2010 ā āPost Professional Doctorate :Occupational Therapy - GPA:
Emporia State UniversityEmporia, KSExpected in 2006 ā āMaster of Science:Education: Instructional Design & Technology - GPA:
Colorado State UniversityFort Collins, COExpected in 04/1988 ā āBachelor of Science:Occupational Therapy - GPA:
Gather information about clients using observational techniques and interviews, case histories and other assessment methodologies to create treatment plan for 60+ youth and adults in acute care mental health hospital
Maintain HIPAA compliance at all times
Use of Motivational Interviewing
Plan, organize, direct and implement activities within treatment program to facilitate patient mental and physical well-being.
Modify activities to suit needs of specific groups and individuals
Demonstrate positive, empathetic, and professional attitude
Develop treatment plans and implement activity interventions to promote development of social skills and leisure independence
Prescott College - ADA/Accommodations Coordinator City, STATE, 09/2019 - 07/2021
In accordance with ADA, determine eligibility for, develop and monitor Accommodation Plans for 50+ online and residential students who have sensory, mental health, physical, and/or learning disabilities.
Coach students and faculty in implementation of accommodations
Developed new training programs to address performance and knowledge issues.
Maintain data bases and confidential records.
Explore and update use of technologies to compensate/reduce learning challenges and promote efficiency
Poudre School District - Occupational Therapist / IEP Compliance Auditor City, STATE, 08/1991 - 05/2019
Employed broad range of instructional techniques to retain student interest and maximize learning for students with learning disabilities.
Adapted teaching methods and materials to meet students' varying needs.
Taught students to utilize problem solving methodology and techniques to increase engagement in classroom activities.
Communicated with peers, colleagues, administrators and parents to meet and exceed teaching and therapeutic goals.
Identified areas of weakness with individual students and tailored interventions accordingly.
Maintained accurate and complete student records as required by laws, district policies and administrative regulations.
Developed systems and data collection materials in order to evaluate students' progress.
Supervised 5-12 OT Assistants, teacher aides and volunteers each year.
Integrated technology into classroom as instructional tool to support student learning differences.
Observed and monitored student behavior and responses to interventions.
Directed family-centered, strengths-based, culturally competent and individualized assessments.
Led educational seminars and lectures at school and community centers to expand awareness of disability symptoms and issues.
Organized interventions and transition goal plans for students with multiple disorders.
Taught students about impact of their disability within learning environment and how to recognize their capabilities and celebrated their successes.
Assessed children's developmental progress, specializing in perceptual/sensory motor skills, fine motor skills and activities of daily living.
Communicated effectively with other care providers (physicians, therapists, educators, and records) to provide for continuity of student care.
Contributed to team meetings and collaborated with management in decision-making process.
Frequently used word processing, spreadsheet, database and presentation software.
Educated staff on state and federal statutes, rules and regulations governing Individual Education Plans (IEP) for students 12-21 with disabilities.
Led, designed and implemented training programs and initiatives which contributed to number percent increase in compliance in meeting state guidelines for Transition IEP's.
Assessed training needs through surveys, interviews with employees, focus groups and consultation with managers.
Additional Information
Current on all vaccinations, flu shot, TB test, AZ fingerprinted, BLS Spring 2021
NBCOT registered and Licensed in AZ, member of professional OT organization AOTA since 1988
Presenter at Colorado OT symposium - Use of cellphone as a tool to support independence and social skills
Doctorate dissertation topic: Self-Determination in youth with disabilities.
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