Experienced School-Based Occupational Therapist with a proven track record of providing direct, consultative, and push-in services to TK, elementary, middle, high school and adult day programs. Skilled in attending Individualized Education Program (IEP) meetings and collaborating with teams to establish goals, track progress, and recommend services. Provided services in a Behavioral Intervention program for elementary school students. Part-time assessment team member with expertise in administering and interpreting evaluations such as the BOT-2, WRAVMA, Print Tool, Wold, SPM, Sensory Profile, Berry VMI, PDMS-2, and Clinical Observations. Proven ability to work and supervise a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA) in providing services to students. Adept at providing services under a 504 plan and acting as a case manager to schedule and lead 504 meetings. Skilled in recommending classroom-based accommodations such as fidgets, adaptive paper, pencil grips, enlarged keyboards, wiggle cushions, and stools.

Tiny Hands Pediatric Therapy is proud to offer contracted Occupational Therapy services for schools across California. As a trusted partner for Public, Private, and Charter Schools, we work closely with districts to find highly skilled Occupational Therapists to support students with special education needs. Our team has extensive experience working with children diagnosed with conditions such as Autism, Down Syndrome, Cerebral Palsy, and Intellectual Disabilities. Our OTs specialize in sensory integration, fine and gross motor skills, handwriting, adaptive technology, and visual motor skills. By using therapeutic activities, our OT's aim to improve a student's ability to function in the school environment, through direct services and adaptations to the school environment. We offer services for TK-12 students in general education and special day classes, such as push-in, pull-out, consultation, assessments, and support for Individualized Educational Program meetings.

Expertise in providing Occupational Therapy services to children in TK-12 within a school setting, including both special education and general education populations. Successfully led sensory motor groups for TK students using a wide range of sensory tools such as swings, tunnels, dizzy discs, and peanut balls. Conducted screenings for TK students and monitored their progress throughout the year. Active participant in Individualized Education Program (IEP) meetings, effectively communicating progress, assessment results, proposed services, and goals with parents and team members.

Experienced School Occupational Therapist providing therapy services both during distance learning and in-person settings. Skilled in delivering teletherapy services to students in moderate to severe classrooms. Led sensory motor groups for TK and preschool students, as well as provided direct services during Extended School Year (ESY). Offered a range of services including push-in, pull-out, and consultation. Actively participated in Individualized Education Program (IEP) meetings to address the educational needs and concerns of students.

Completed Level 2 fieldwork at the Department of Veterans Affairs in a skilled nursing facility, where I evaluated, treated, assessed for Durable Medical Equipment (DME) and wheelchairs, and developed discharge plans for patients with a variety of diagnoses such as amputations, stroke, Parkinson's disease, Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI), Orthopedic Repairs (ORIF), diabetes, cancer, pressure sores, and edema. Specialized in providing treatments that focus on transfers, bed mobility, wheelchair training, caregiver education, and training in Activities of Daily Living (ADL) and Basic ADLs.Highlighted by being the lead OT at the VA's Geriatric Research Education and Clinical Center (GRECC). GRECC is a weekly multidisciplinary program that treats older adult patients on an outpatient basis. As a member, I was the sole OT and represented the field to healthcare colleagues and patients, providing them with the best care possible.

Experienced Occupational Therapist with a background in school-based settings. Completed level 1 fieldwork at the New York City School District, where I conducted observations, interventions, and assessments on children from Kindergarten to Eighth grade. Skilled in providing therapy services in a school setting, helping children to improve their ability to function in their educational environment.

Experienced in designing and implementing home assessment and modification programs for community-dwelling and homebound older adults. Skilled in leading educational presentations on topics that are of concern to older adults such as fall prevention and recovery, arthritis management, and coping with cognitive impairments, providing them with the knowledge and tools to improve their quality of life.

Completed Level 1 fieldwork in an inpatient acute rehab unit, where I participated in intake evaluations, administering standardized assessments, writing notes, treatment planning, and patient education. Specialized in providing treatments that focus on functional mobility, cognition, safety awareness, gross motor and fine motor training, helping patients to regain their independence and improve their quality of life.

Completed Level II fieldwork at Bellevue Hospital, where I worked as part of an interdisciplinary treatment team that included psychiatrists, psychologists, nurses, social workers, and activity therapists. Provided care to patients with a wide range of mental illnesses such as schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, borderline personality disorder, autism, depression, and substance abuse disorder. Skilled in managing groups, developing individual treatment plans, implementing interventions, conducting assessments, and conducting new patient interviews to provide the best care possible for patients with psychiatric disorders.

Experienced Occupational Therapist with a background in providing therapy services to adults with mental illness in a residential setting. Skilled in leading groups targeted at increasing independence in Activities of Daily Living (ADLs) and Instrumental Activities of Daily Living (IADLs) such as cooking and stress management, helping clients to improve their ability to function in their daily lives.

Retail professional with a strong background in customer service and sales. Assisted customers in finding products that met their needs and exceeded their expectations. Recognized as a top performer, having received the storewide daily top salesperson and departmental top salesperson of the earning period several times, demonstrating my ability to drive sales and build customer satisfaction.

Experienced Occupational Therapy professional with a background in working with adults who have cognitive and/or motor difficulties resulting from accidents or disease. Worked alongside occupational therapists at Kiryat Hashalom residential facility to provide treatment to clients with a focus on mobility, hand dexterity rehabilitation, and maintaining cognitive awareness. Led various workshops such as fine-motor development and muscle engagement. Skilled in planning and conducting one-on-one sessions with patients, focusing on their individual needs, to improve their quality of life.