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Reading, Pa, Us

Wyomissing Hills Elementary Center

Hilton Head Island, South Carolina Area

Certified Child Life Specialist on Inpatient Pediatric and Thoracic Surgery Unit.Assessed developmental level of patients and provided interventions based on theoretical framework;Provided psychological preparation and development of associated coping processes, stress reduction techniques, healthcare education, healthcare play, expressive interventions, non-pharmacological pain management techniques, procedural support, bereavement support, and legacy building; Advocated for… Show more Certified Child Life Specialist on Inpatient Pediatric and Thoracic Surgery Unit.Assessed developmental level of patients and provided interventions based on theoretical framework;Provided psychological preparation and development of associated coping processes, stress reduction techniques, healthcare education, healthcare play, expressive interventions, non-pharmacological pain management techniques, procedural support, bereavement support, and legacy building; Advocated for aspects of psychosocial care on behalf of patients with multidisciplinary care teams as appropriate; Collaborated with families regarding developmental issues and the impact of stressful events;Provided developmentally-supportive play and social interactions with patients and families;Demonstrated proficiency in stress point preparation, the teaching of coping skills, sibling intervention, trauma informed care, and family support. Show less

Yale New Haven Children’s Hospital clinical internship accredited through the Association of Child Life Professionals. Clinical rotations under the supervision of two Certified Child Life Specialists on outpatient MRI, Radiation Oncology, inpatient Neuroscience & Medical Specialty (Neurology, Neurosurgery, Epilepsy, Pulmonary, Gastroenterology, and Infectious Disease) and Intensive Care Units. Assesses developmental level of patients and provides interventions based on theoretical… Show more Yale New Haven Children’s Hospital clinical internship accredited through the Association of Child Life Professionals. Clinical rotations under the supervision of two Certified Child Life Specialists on outpatient MRI, Radiation Oncology, inpatient Neuroscience & Medical Specialty (Neurology, Neurosurgery, Epilepsy, Pulmonary, Gastroenterology, and Infectious Disease) and Intensive Care Units. Assesses developmental level of patients and provides interventions based on theoretical framework.Demonstrates proficiency in the psychosocial assessment of patients and families and plans and implements appropriate interventions from those assessments. Advocates for aspects of psychosocial care on behalf of patients and families with the multidisciplinary care team as appropriate. Collaborates with families regarding developmental issues and the impact of stressful events.Provides developmentally-supportive play and social interactions with patients and families.Provides individualized, therapeutically-oriented interactions, including: psychological preparation and development of associated coping processes, stress reduction techniques, healthcare education, healthcare play, expressive interventions, non-pharmacological pain management techniques, procedural support, bereavement support, and legacy building. Demonstrates proficiency in stress point preparation, the teaching of coping skills, and sibling intervention. Assists with the training of pediatrics volunteers.Completion of resource binder focused on meditation, mindfulness, social-emotional learning, and crisis intervention. Completion of badge tag for staff members to promote effective methods of supporting families through crises. Show less

Greenville, South Carolina Area

Provided developmentally appropriate activities and counsel; In constant supervision of fourteen 16-18 year old girls both in and out of treatment for cancer and blood disorders through the Greenville Health System; Aimed to provide children and adolescents with a fully immersive camp experience and opportunities for developmental growth; Allowed for interaction with peers undergoing similar treatments; Emphasized normalization and increased coping skills and self-esteem.

Greenville, South Carolina Area

Child Life Assistant at Prisma Health Children’s Hospital-Upstate (formerly The Children’s Hospital of Greenville Health System).Provided developmentally appropriate therapeutic and normative play at bedside and in group settings; Designed and implemented playroom activities in oncology/hematology and surgery units; Promoted resiliency in patients by minimizing hospital-related stress; Aided in development and coordination of hospital-wide events and activities for patients and families;… Show more Child Life Assistant at Prisma Health Children’s Hospital-Upstate (formerly The Children’s Hospital of Greenville Health System).Provided developmentally appropriate therapeutic and normative play at bedside and in group settings; Designed and implemented playroom activities in oncology/hematology and surgery units; Promoted resiliency in patients by minimizing hospital-related stress; Aided in development and coordination of hospital-wide events and activities for patients and families; Maintained open communication with Child Life Specialists enhancing the psychosocial care of patients; Advocated for patients; Supervised Child Life volunteers. Show less

Created memory-making opportunities with toddler palliative care patient and family members; Provided companionship and developmentally appropriate activities with adolescent patients in home and clinic; Facilitated normative play and interaction; Observed clinical in-home visits of CCLS with pediatric and adolescent hospice care patients; Observed patient assessment, procedural preparation and education, and patient charting.

A behavioral health program that treats children with developmental delays as a result of limited resources, abuse, or neglect providing support and education for both child and family.

Austin, Texas Area

Provided activities to children in the Emergency Department and Inpatient Units;Completed rounds for Child Life Department; aided children and families;Exercised health code procedures for sanitizing toys and equipment given to children;Worked directly with doctors, surgeons, administration, and child life departments giving children the best care possible; Stocked and organized ‘clean closets’ throughout hospital.

Austin, Texas Area

Provided child care for children ages birth to 13. Exceptional home management including but not limited to: meal planning, purchasing, & preparation; homework help; scheduling; arts & crafts; supervising medical appointments; transportation.

Austin, Texas Area

Assisted multiple 1st grade teachers in classroom activities;Worked one-on-one with students providing reading aid;Worked one-on-one with students providing instruction on work in assessment for gifted programs;Worked one-on-one with students providing instruction on missed assignments.Assisted kindergarten classroom;Provided activities and instruction on individual projects and assignments;Aided teacher in implementation of activities and helped ready classroom for… Show more Assisted multiple 1st grade teachers in classroom activities;Worked one-on-one with students providing reading aid;Worked one-on-one with students providing instruction on work in assessment for gifted programs;Worked one-on-one with students providing instruction on missed assignments.Assisted kindergarten classroom;Provided activities and instruction on individual projects and assignments;Aided teacher in implementation of activities and helped ready classroom for instruction.Observed 5th grade science class. Show less

Austin, Texas Area

Data analysis and development/implementation of rubric, manual, and training.

Austin, Texas Area

Art therapy patients diagnosed with dementia. Multiple locations in Austin.

Allentown, Pennsylvania Area

Health CenterInput files into computer system; Organized student files; Cataloged health records; Took inventory of medicine; Dispensed medicine to students, faculty and staff;Oversaw financial transactions; Receptionist; Organized stock room.

Master Of Education - Med, Pre-K - 4Th, 4.0

Master Of Science (Ms), Child Life, 4.0

Activities and Societies: Golden Key International Honor Society Child development and family science with an emphasis on the hospitalized.

Bachelor'S Degree, Psychology, 3.63

Activities and Societies: Member, Psi Chi: National Honor Society in Psychology, Spring 2014-Present; Athlete and Marketing Officer, St..