Faiza Karim Email & Phone Number

Calgary, Ab, Ca

Alberta, Canada

Member of AARI (Action Against Racism & Intolerance) Committee, with ACOT - Alberta College of Occupational Therapists. Actively involved in reviewing of ACOT policies, practices and code of ethics in order to support integration of anti-racist and non-discriminatory practice, and support ACOT with Diversity, Equity & Inclusive policy building.

Expertise working with adult and older adult populations living with chronic pain and other chronic diseases, as well as cognitive impairment, dementia, mobility difficulties, and falls risk. Specializing in functional assessments with a focus on cognition, mental health, physical frailty, falls risk assessments and falls prevention/intervention. Extensive experience with Clinic and Home based assessments. Team based, collaborative approach in the area of Geriatric Psycho-social intervention… Show more Expertise working with adult and older adult populations living with chronic pain and other chronic diseases, as well as cognitive impairment, dementia, mobility difficulties, and falls risk. Specializing in functional assessments with a focus on cognition, mental health, physical frailty, falls risk assessments and falls prevention/intervention. Extensive experience with Clinic and Home based assessments. Team based, collaborative approach in the area of Geriatric Psycho-social intervention and care. Alberta Aids to Independent Living/AADL Authorizer. Show less

Mental Health Assessment and short term counselling/intervention, implementing functional focus, as well as focused Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) and Acceptance Commitment Therapy (ACT) strategies, in both 1:1 and psychotherapy group format. Strong collaborative team-based approach, working with individuals dealing with mental health issues as well as chronic disease and chronic pain.

Foothills Medical Centre

Worked in inpatient acute adult psychiatry at city's primary trauma/acute medical facility for over 10 years. Developed specialized skill set in mental health occupational therapy. Skill set included: conducting comprehensive Functional and Cognitive Assessments, Cognitive Competency Assessments, individual comprehensive 1:1 assessment and interview skills (all of patients with complex psychiatric/mental health/addiction/cognitive conditions), active involvement in running/planning/facilitating… Show more Worked in inpatient acute adult psychiatry at city's primary trauma/acute medical facility for over 10 years. Developed specialized skill set in mental health occupational therapy. Skill set included: conducting comprehensive Functional and Cognitive Assessments, Cognitive Competency Assessments, individual comprehensive 1:1 assessment and interview skills (all of patients with complex psychiatric/mental health/addiction/cognitive conditions), active involvement in running/planning/facilitating group therapy program for psychiatric patients with various conditions, symptoms, cognitive and functional levels, and active involvement in discharge planning with a comprehensive multi-disciplinary team (which included psychiatrists, nurses, social worker, psychologist, recreation therapist, spiritual care, physiotherapists, other medical staff, community agencies and various other support services). In addition to daily and weekly charting, completed comprehensive Functional Assessment Reports for complex cases. Participated in daily and weekly rounds, working closely with psychiatrist and team to plan and facilitate treatment and discharge planning of patients based on functional needs and recommendations. Developed strong skills in conflict and crisis management.Developed an established role as a senior staff occupational therapist; was involved in interviewing, doing orientation and training of new hire OT staff members over the years, as well as providing inservices/presentations to nursing and medical students regarding role of mental health OT. Served as Clinical Preceptor to Occupational Therapy students (on average one per year). Developed excellent written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills. Show less

Toronto

Worked as a full time Rehabilitation Consultant taking referrals from Medical, Insurance and Legal sources for clients with physical, neurological and psychological injuries resulting from motor vehicle accidents. Conducted Functional Assessments, and then provided comprehensive recommendations regarding treatment for functional improvement, return to daily activities, return to work/vocational/meaningful productive activities. Also developed strong skills in: case management, conflict… Show more Worked as a full time Rehabilitation Consultant taking referrals from Medical, Insurance and Legal sources for clients with physical, neurological and psychological injuries resulting from motor vehicle accidents. Conducted Functional Assessments, and then provided comprehensive recommendations regarding treatment for functional improvement, return to daily activities, return to work/vocational/meaningful productive activities. Also developed strong skills in: case management, conflict resolution, preparing legal documentation, written and verbal communication. Show less

Toronto

Provided comprehensive rehabilitation consulting services to medical, insurance and legal referral sources for their clients.

B.H.Sc.O.T. (Graduate Degree) Bachelor Of Health Science, Occupational Therapy/Therapist, With Distinction

Honours Bachelor Of Science, Psychology

Honours. B.Sc (Double major in Psychology, minor in Exceptionality in Human Learning)