Resume 2016
Resume 2016
Resume 2016
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Level II Fieldwork
St. Joseph Mercy Hospital: Inpatient Rehabilitation
Ann Arbor, MI
April 2016- June 2016
Interacted with adults with neurological, orthopedic, and cardiac conditions
Utilized standardized assessments to evaluate clients and develop an appropriate inpatient rehabilitation plan of care
Developed and implemented occupation based and client-centered treatment interventions
Collaborated with an interdisciplinary rehabilitation team to assist with discharge planning
Rehabilitation Institute of Michigan: Spinal Cord Injury Unit
Detroit, MI
January 2016- May 2016
Provided occupational therapy evaluations, interventions, and discharge planning for adults with spinal cord injuries
Assisted with fabrication of upper extremity orthosis
Collaborated with the interdisciplinary rehabilitation team to assist with developing an appropriate plan of care for patients
Developed an upper extremity strengthening home exercise program for patients with paraplegia
Level I Fieldwork
International Fieldwork at CRECER
Ibarra, Ecuador
November 2015
Directed group occupational therapy sessions focused on social inclusion and motor skills for adults at an adult day care
facility
Implemented sensory and motor treatment interventions for children with developmental disabilities
Led group occupational therapy sessions which incorporated culturally relevant crafts, dancing, and games for older adults
at a Skilled Nursing Facility
Participated in Disability Awareness Day, hosted by Psychology students from Universidad Tecnica Del Norte
Bethany Christian Services
Grand Rapids, MI
May 2015-August 2015
Developed and led group classes for male and female teenagers seeking refugee status from Central America
Assessed sensory and motor deficits of teenage boys living in court-ordered residential facility
Educated faculty and staff on potential role of occupational therapy in this setting
Ionia Intermediate School District
Ionia, MI
January 2015- April 2015
Assist with evaluation and implementation of occupational therapy interventions for children with motor and cognitive
impairments
Participated in Individualized Education Program meetings
RELATED EMPLOYMENT
IKUS Enrichment Services
Grand Rapids, MI
Skill Building and Community Living Support Mentor
August 2013- December 2015
Assisted with development and implementation of group classes to develop work and safety skills for adults with
disabilities.
Facilitated safe and inclusive community outings to promote community integration for adults with disabilities
Leadership Staff /Day Camp Supervisor
May 2014-August 2014
Responsible for daily management of day camp staff and program development for 6-10 children with disabilities
Alexandra Mirabitur
Collaborated with parents and care-givers of children to ensure safety and highest quality of care