Kimberly Starr, Otd, Otr/L, Cdp Email & Phone Number

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States

Kennett Square, Pennsylvania, United States

• Managed a caseload of 60 students in kindergarten through fifth grade across three schools within the district
• Completed OT evaluations using standardized and non-standardized assessments, interpreted evaluation results to write IEP treatment plans, determine frequency of services, and create measurable goals
• Acted as lead OT in IEP meetings with teachers, families, support staff, and interprofessional team, reported updated treatment plan, upgraded goals, and intervention strategies with objective measures
• Provided individual and group sessions, created interventions based on student’s evaluation, educational plan, and goals
• Maintained detailed daily notes and completed data collection to document student response to intervention and assess progress toward goals
• Consulted with teachers, interprofessional team, and support staff to recommend strategies and adaptive equipment to support student success and participation in the classroom

Wayne, PA

• Delivered 60-minute therapeutic OT treatment sessions to older adults with a variety of diagnoses including mild cognitive impairment, Parkinson’s disease, low vision, osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis, decreased.
• Implemented OT treatment through one-on-one and group sessions that included occupation-based activities to improve balance, standing tolerance, fall prevention, and leisure and social participation
• Responsible for all scheduling and caseload management for individual sessions, including creating and updating evidence-based treatment plans and documentation with data collection to evaluate effectiveness of.
• Independently researched, planned, and led daily 30-minute, 60-minute, and 120-minute educational groups on topics including fall prevention, home safety modifications, adaptive equipment education and use, low vision.
• Improved independence using technology devices and applications on personal smartphones and tablets using spaced retrieval and memory techniques to support carryover between weekly sessions

Blue Bell, PA

• Completed my previous duties as well new duties needed for the recruitment, HRIS, HRIQ, and other internal teams
• Trained three new hire Talent Acquisition Coordinators on processes, best practices, onboarding, background checks, and general tasks necessary to the role
• Audited the bi-monthly Referral Bonus Program for all employees in North America, ensuring internal employees receive their scheduled referral bonus
• Engaged in new employment strategies for new hires and internal employees interviewing for available positions
• Point of contact for all recruiters, coordinators, and managers for any question related to: background checks, scheduling questions, onboarding, and basic Taleo Applicant Tracking System troubleshooting
• Provided WebEx training and troubleshooting to any PPD employee who requested assistance

Blue Bell, PA

• Provided support to 6-8 recruiters with the entire interview process for different groups in clinical research
• Scheduled phone, WebEx, and face-to-face interviews for several clinical groups across various locations in the United States and Canada
• Assisted Vice President of Human Resources with annual summer internship position to work with the CEO, organizing on-campus recruiting events and presentations at Harvard Business School, University of North Carolina.
• Handled all interview candidate travel arrangements across the United States at four PPD offices and off-site locations, as well as processed reimbursement expenses
• Served as main point of contact for applicants through the interviewing and hiring process
• Initiated onboarding for new hires, which included triggering and verifying background checks, drug screens, and e-filing new hire paperwork

Bala Cynwyd, PA

• Direct support to the Vice President of Operations, Director of Marketing and recruiters with all company, project and recruiting assistance
• Attend local career fairs to source and recruit for open positions
• Assess resumes to match skills and background to schedule with the appropriate recruiter
• Schedule and conduct phone and in-person interviews with potential candidates
• Plan, organize and host in-house interviewing and networking events for candidates
• Seek out and contact innovative job boards to post open positions to attract talent

4312 Main Street, Philadelphia, PA

• Organized and assisted in assembling the first annual Manayunk StrEAT Food Festival with 5,000 visitors
• Managed a group of 6 volunteers at the StrEAT Food Festival
• Constructed informative, brief, interesting and polite emails for every merchant and subscriber to www.Manayunk.com
• Edited and developed content, using images and creative language for www.Manayunk.com
• Familiarity with HTML and Joomla editing tools for the Manayunk website
• Effectively researched, organized and booked three a cappella singing groups for the Holidays in Manayunk event, first time having a form of entertainment at event

Saint Joseph's University

• Wrote informative articles for SJU Magazine, Haub School Review, HawkEye and the www.sju.edu webpage
• Produced media and press releases about the University, professors and events
• Gained journalism interviewing and writing experience
• Edited articles written by others
• Designed and edited the 2012 commencement video: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yeGUEpgLFdk&feature=plcp
• Created the SJU Pinterest account and continually post informative content: http://pinterest.com/saintjosephs

Saint Joseph's University

• Controlled the Hawk Newspaper Twitter page: www.twitter.com/sjuhawknews
• Controlled the Hawk Newspaper Facebook page: http://www.facebook.com/pages/The-Hawk-Newspaper/111761021619
• Live-Tweeted during a discussion following the HawkMate Controversy at SJU in February 2012
• Increased followers on Twitter by 150, and continues to grow
• Increased followers on Facebook by 100, and continues to grow
• Re-Tweeted students, alumni and followers

Westport, Connecticut

• Responsible for the opening and closing of the salon six days a week
• Listened to each client, over the phone or in person, to find the best service to match their needs
• Placed products for sale in an aesthetically pleasing way
• Brainstormed, created and organized events for the stylists and salon to attract specific clients
• Constructed a Facebook account to connect with clients outside of the salon: http://www.facebook.com/pages/Westport-CT/Salon-Serein/174683870377?ref=mf

• Worked with a team of students selling ads for the Saint Joseph’s University school planner, contributing to $28,000 in sales
• Selected to be a sales team leader, one of 250 out of the 750 sales representatives
• Built relationships with business owners, managers and gatekeepers throughout the greater Philadelphia area
• Organized and lead the morning and evening meetings, and planned the daily schedule for my team
• Averaged meeting with 35 businesses a day

Doctor Of Occupational Therapy, Occupational Therapy/Therapist

Activities and Societies: Client Relations and Care Coordinator, Interprofessional Student Clinic Leadership - Chester Community.

Bachelor'S Degree, English Language And Literature