Provided 24-hour care for terminally ill family member, including adapting activities of daily living, facilitating therapeutic activities and exercises, and collaborating with team on therapy decisions. Pursued online professional development to increase knowledge in evidenced based interventions. Energized and excited to re-enter the workforce.

Explored the use of organic farming as a form of therapy while working on Japanese farm. Collaborated with cross-cultural team to successfully harvest thousands of crops within 2 weeks while adapting to novel workplace environment. Influenced welcoming culture of guesthouse while communicating with guests from all over the world.

Collaborated with multidisciplinary team to design inaugural skilled therapy program for Jewish Day Schools. Lead customized groups of 2-21 clients/students in clinic and school setting, modifying treatment when necessary. Trained and supervised clinic volunteers while carrying 32 client caseload. Developed and presented professional development in-services for teachers and staff. Received 8 bonuses related to excellent online client reviews.

Collaborated with caregivers to develop and implement family-centered and occupation-based treatment plans to assist in managing lifelong conditions including down syndrome; autism spectrum disorder; hearing, vision, and cognitive impairments; and sensory processing disorder. Attended all team meetings to discuss client progress toward goals. Co-treated with other providers to ensure highly coordinated care. Documented progress in all treatment notes and evaluation/assessment reports for caseload.

Evaluated and treated 4-9 patients per day with complex medical conditions. Collaborated with patients in goal setting and designing client-centered therapeutic activities. Reported patient progress in daily team conferences with interprofessional team members. Monitored and recorded patient progress in all documentation for patient caseload. Educated patients and their families on home program and adaptive equipment. Led gross and fine motor exercise groups of 4 to 8 patients adjusting to spinal cord injury (SCI). Led patients with SCI on a community mobility outing to practice wheelchair and ADL skills. Developed proficiency in the use of therapy equipment including but not limited to SaeboMAS, MOTOmed, sliding boards, dynamometer, leg loops, and bed ladders during implementation of occupation-based treatment sessions.

Instructed high school age boy with ADHD and a learning disability in executive functioning and organizational tasks. Developed an individualized organization procedure with client to help him stay on top of assignments. Guided homework and studying completion through verbal prompts or direct teaching depending on the client's current need. Facilitated experiences of success with homework to improve motivation and self-efficacy. Helped client develop new skills such as effective email correspondence and problem solving when he did not have the materials or information he needed to do his assignments.

Participated in treating occupational impairments for a wide range of medical/surgical conditions in the Medical Intensive Care Unit and General Surgical floors. Drafted progress notes and evaluations, including determination of discharge recommendation. Developed and led client-centered and occupation-based treatment sessions, including grading the activity in the moment in response to patient needs. Gathered patient information while safely managing medical lines and equipment during evaluations. Participated in co-treatment sessions with physical therapy to maximize patient safety and progress. Observed specialized pediatric care at Comer Children's Hospital, e.g., orthotic fabrication.

Surveyed 20 clients with brain injury to identify occupational needs and psychosocial factors that support or hinder occupational performance. Collaborated with 2 colleagues to design and lead 4 thematic group therapy sessions on communication skills. Pre/Post - questionnaire revealed greater confidence with communication.

Provided one-on-one rehabilitative services to a middle aged client recovering from stroke. Assisted client in completing the physical and occupational therapy exercises given to her. Facilitated opportunities for modified occupational engagement in preferred activities such as gardening, cooking, and walking. Succeeded in transitioning client from moderately assisted therapy program to unassisted rehabilitation plan.

Coached a 16 year old young woman with a learning disability and anxiety disorder to improved self esteem and social skills over an 11 month period. Tackled body image issues by leading her through gym workouts, improving her posture, and shopping together.

Conducted group activities such as art projects or walking to the park. Guided children in completing tasks such as snack preparation and playtime sharing. Responsible for child safety and communication with parents.