Occupational Therapy Assistant
Resume:
VALERIE KAMPO, COTA/L NJ
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OBJECTIVE
Certified and licensed occupational therapy assistant with BLS certification. Experienced in different work settings seeks growth opportunity in a professional caregiving environment. Quick learner, adaptable to change, passionate about working with special needs individuals. Works well independently and in a team/group setting. Communicates well orally and in writing. Strong time management and organization skills.
EXPERIENCE
Positive Development, Parsippany/Newark, NJ
COTA/Case Manger December 2023 – Present
●Follows play-based approach to support development at their own pace in a variety of settings
●Worked with clients between 2 to 17 years old with Autism, Seizure Disorders, Vision Impairments, Anxiety, etc.
●Collaborates with Families, Speech Language Pathologists, Occupational Therapists, Case Managers, Paraprofessionals and outside Providers to support clients
Celebrate the Children, Denville, NJ
Paraprofessional March 2022 – December 2022
●Worked with children and young adults ages between 3 to 21 years old with ASD or communication challenges
●Collaborated with Speech Language Pathologists, Physical Therapists, Occupational Therapists, Social Workers, Behavior Team
●Behaviors included hitting, biting, spitting, negative coping behaviors, etc.
●Helped them with school/daily tasks, activities and ensured making sure they were safe and engaged
Community Support Services of NJ, Montville, NJ
Direct Support Professional/Home Health Aide April 2019 – December 2022
●Provided 1:1 support to clients ages 30-50 years of age with a range of diagnoses including ASD, schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, CP, DS, etc.
●Defined and implemented customized client plans to achieve their specific goals (including home management skills, community integration, cooking, etc.), reinforcing self-esteem and independence
Limitless Special Needs Summer Camp, Denville, NJ
Camp Aide July 2018 – August 2018, July 2022- August 2022
●Modeled therapeutic use of self as a 1:1 aide with ASD individuals
●Utilized communication devices and basic ASL with non-verbal individuals
●Monitored and reported behaviors and medical emergencies including seizures
FIELDWORK LEVEL II
Celebrate The Children, Denville, New Jersey Spring 2023
●Private, non-profit school, driven by the DIR Floortime approach
●Created and administered treatment sessions for children and young adults, ages 3 years old to 21 years old with a range of special needs including Autism, Rett Syndrome, etc.
●Developed proficiency in writing progress notes, and forming IEPs
●Mentored by 2 Occupational Therapists, and collaborated with different health professionals including Speech Therapists, Physical Therapists, Nurses, Behavioral and Floortime Team throughout the 8 weeks
Universal Institute Inc Rehab, Livingston, New Jersey Spring 2023
●Created and administered treatment sessions for clients with a range of diagnoses including Developmental Delays, Spinal Cord Injuries and Traumatic Brain Injuries
●Completed clinical chart reviews and clinical summaries
●Experience with incorporating PAMs including heat packs, fluidotherapy, and paraffin into treatment(s)
●Trained an Occupational Therapist Assistant Student for last 2 weeks of clinicals to transition current caseload
FIELDWORK LEVEL I
Push to Walk, Oakland, New Jersey Fall 2022
●An adaptive gym specializing in clients with SCI and TBIs, promoting the clients to achieve their highest level of physical fitness
●Clients' ages ranged from 18 years old to 80 years old with a variety of diagnoses including, Parkinson’s, Spinal Cord Injuries, Traumatic Brain Injuries, etc.
●Observed Neuro Exercise Trainers and learned how to treat individuals with neurological injuries and symptoms
Family Support Organization of Union County, Plainfield, New Jersey Spring 2022
●A specialized facility serving families with special needs children and adults relearning social skills post COVID
●Created content and facilitated one-hour mental health group sessions to teach coping skills and explore leisure activities, twice a day, every Thursday, for 9 weeks with 3 other Occupational Therapy Assistant Students
●Created weekly protocols and interventions for groups to implement. Groups ranged in size from 5 to 20 people.
Mane Stream, Oldwick, New Jersey Fall 2021
●Facility used hippotherapy, DIR Floortime to help facilitate treatment sessions to achieve each individual’s goals
●Worked with an Occupational Therapist and Speech Language Pathologist
●Created and performed treatment sessions for children from ages 3 to 17 years old with a range of mental health disorders and special needs including Autism, Down Syndrome, Anxiety, etc.
EDUCATION
Raritan Valley Community College, Raritan, NJ May 2023
●Associates in Applied Science, Occupational Therapy Assistant Dean’s List, GPA: 3.9
●SOTAA (The Student Occupational Therapy Assistant Associations), President (2021/22), Vice President (2020/21)
●Received Admirable Leadership 2023 Award
County College of Morris, Randolph, NJ May 2021
● Associates in Science, Child and Family Studies
VOLUNTEER EXPERIENCE
Compassionate Care Hospice, Virtual February 2021 – April 2021
●Performed weekly “In Calls”, at the end of the week, to check in with the family/patient to ensure they are equipped and prepared for the weekend, then reported to the office any issues or concerns
●Provided support and empathy through effective listening, asking questions, and offering friendly encouragement to families and patients during personal conversations.
Youth Rugby Coach, Denville, NJ June 2015 – August 2021
●Received Coach of the Summer recognition award
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