Young-Mi Ashworth, MS OTR/L

*** *. ****** ******, ** Segundo, CA 90245 310-***-**** ac9ua6@r.postjobfree.com Objective

Occupational Therapist with an experienced behavioral therapy background pursuing a position to provide exceptional client-centered care. I am seeking an opportunity to utilize my developed critical thinking, time-management and communication skills to support individuals in maximizing their functional capacities. Education

Tufts University, Boston School of Occupational Therapy Master of Science in Occupational Therapy, GPA: 3.91 University of California, San Diego - June 2013 The Institute of Shipboard Education Bachelor of Arts (Human Development/Communication) Semester at Sea Program Graduated Cum Laude, GPA: 3.669 Summer 2012

Professional Experience

Kids in Motion Pediatric Therapy (October 2018 – December 2018) Level II Fieldwork Student

• Developed individually tailored and creative client-centered treatment plans and interventions for children with a variety of developmental challenges while considering behavioral, motor, self-help, sensory and visual skills.

• Proficient in conducting and interpreting evaluations while using a multitude of tools such as skilled observation and standardized assessments (BOT-2, PDMS-2, SPM, SP-2, DAYC-2, Beery VMI, etc.)

• Maintained communication and collaborated in OT processes with other staff, professionals and family members. VA San Diego Healthcare System (June 2018 – September 2018) Level II Fieldwork Student

• Contributed to a multi-disciplinary team to provide services in acute-care, long-term care and outpatient hospital settings for a variety of diagnoses to include orthopedic or cardiac conditions, CVA, TBI, PTSD, dementias, etc.

• Facilitated processes of evaluation, assessment, treatment/discharge planning, goal setting and intervention to address activities of daily living and instrumental activities of daily living.

• Worked with veterans to enhance cognitive function with regards to time management, memory, relaxation, etc. Tufts University – Academic Resource Center (August 2016 – December 2018) Time Management and Study Strategies Consultant

• Counseled undergraduate and graduate students with academic skills, planning skills and life balance to maximize academic and personal functioning and satisfaction.

• Provided individualized consultation sessions for students with a range of needs and difficulties to include diagnoses of ADHD, MS, anxiety disorders, mood disorders, executive functioning difficulties, etc. Cerebral Palsy of Massachusetts, Inc. (March 2017 – May 2018) Personal Care Attendant

• Enabled occupational engagement for a 15-year-old individual impacted by Cerebral Palsy to participate in regular routines and activities of daily living (bathing, eating, toileting, etc.) FirstSteps for Kids, Inc. (April 2014 – August 2016) ABA Early Intervention Lead Instructor

• Provided Applied Behavioral Analysis services to children diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder by following a program plan to decrease maladaptive behaviors and increase skills in which there are areas of deficit such as play skills, self-help skills and communication. Worked in multiple settings including the home, clinic and schools.

• Received a promotion to Lead Instructor to include additional duties such as managing each clinical instructional team, training new instructors and organization of administrative data. Campus and Community Activities and Involvements

Graduate Assistant – BSOT Clinical Research Course (2017-2018) Treasurer – BSOT Student Occupational Therapy Association (2016-2017) Volunteer – Medford Council on Aging, Mitsy Kits for Vision Impairment – 15 hours (2016) Occupational Therapist Registered Certification #420240 California Board of Occupational Therapy License #20015