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Providing support to children with autism spectrum disorder and intellectual disabilities. Assisting with activities, the development of fine and gross motor skills, social skills, and independence in daily living skills.

Completion of a 9-week placement on the inpatient rehabilitation ward at the Angliss Hospital. Working among a multidisciplinary team to provide comprehensive assessments, interventions and discharge planning for patients admitted with a range of orthopaedic, neurological and medical conditions. During this placement I had the opportunity to independently manage a caseload, as well as act as the key contact person for multiple patients. I developed a multitude of skills in goal setting… Show more Completion of a 9-week placement on the inpatient rehabilitation ward at the Angliss Hospital. Working among a multidisciplinary team to provide comprehensive assessments, interventions and discharge planning for patients admitted with a range of orthopaedic, neurological and medical conditions. During this placement I had the opportunity to independently manage a caseload, as well as act as the key contact person for multiple patients. I developed a multitude of skills in goal setting, assessment, intervention planning, discharge planning and documentation. Please refer to the attached document for a more comprehensive overview. Show less

My original honours research project aimed to investigate the relationship between cognition (as measured by the Montreal Cognitive Assessment [MoCA]) and functional performance of instrumental activities of daily living (IADLs) (as measured by the Texas Functional Living Scale [TFLS]) for older adults in a sub-acute setting. This involved the completion of a literature review, design of a quantitative research study, and a comprehensive ethics application. Unfortunately, the project was put on… Show more My original honours research project aimed to investigate the relationship between cognition (as measured by the Montreal Cognitive Assessment [MoCA]) and functional performance of instrumental activities of daily living (IADLs) (as measured by the Texas Functional Living Scale [TFLS]) for older adults in a sub-acute setting. This involved the completion of a literature review, design of a quantitative research study, and a comprehensive ethics application. Unfortunately, the project was put on hold due to COVID-19. From this experience I was able to develop research knowledge and skills, which have assisted me in the completion of an additional project exploring occupational therapy student’s professionalism, resilience and reflective thinking – please refer to projects for further information on this study. As a part of my original project, I was able to complete a fieldwork component at a sub-acute Geriatric Evaluation and Management (GEM) service 1-2 days per week over an 11-week period. Placement at The Mornington Centre mainly involved working with patients with complex or multiple health conditions to assess their cognition. Cognitive assessments/screens utilised included the Montreal Cognitive Assessment (MoCA), Mini Mental State Examination (MMSE) and Rowland Universal Dementia Assessment Scale (RUDAS). Additionally, I had the opportunity to assist with home visits, breakfast groups and diversional therapy. Show less

During this 6-week placement, I had the opportunity to work in a small rural community across a number of areas, including: residential aged care, acute care, transitional care and community-based services. Primarily worked with older adults to promote independence in everyday occupations, through equipment prescription, basic home modifications, education and retraining. I also had the opportunity to facilitate individual and group sessions for residents with dementia in the nursing home, as… Show more During this 6-week placement, I had the opportunity to work in a small rural community across a number of areas, including: residential aged care, acute care, transitional care and community-based services. Primarily worked with older adults to promote independence in everyday occupations, through equipment prescription, basic home modifications, education and retraining. I also had the opportunity to facilitate individual and group sessions for residents with dementia in the nursing home, as well as participate in workshops run by Dementia Australia. Please refer to the attached document for a more comprehensive overview. Show less

Throughout my 3-week placement at Yooralla Allied Services and Wellbeing, I was able to work with a wonderful team of occupational therapists and speech pathologists to provide early interventions to children with a range of disabilities in the community. Utilising a family-centred and transdisciplinary approach, I was able to develop my skills in providing therapy programs to children with developmental delay, down syndrome and autism spectrum disorder, with a focus on enhancing fine and gross… Show more Throughout my 3-week placement at Yooralla Allied Services and Wellbeing, I was able to work with a wonderful team of occupational therapists and speech pathologists to provide early interventions to children with a range of disabilities in the community. Utilising a family-centred and transdisciplinary approach, I was able to develop my skills in providing therapy programs to children with developmental delay, down syndrome and autism spectrum disorder, with a focus on enhancing fine and gross motor skills, as well as social skills. Please refer to the attached document for a more comprehensive overview. Show less

Bachelor Of Occupational Therapy (Honours)

Activities and Societies: • Awarded Bachelor of Occupational Therapy Year 2 Prize • Awarded Bachelor of Occupational Therapy Year 3 Prize.

Single Study Unit: Communication And Diversity

Education record

Activities and Societies: Vice School Captain 2016 Awards: • Year 12 Excellence Award • Female Citizenship Award 2016 • Year 12 English.