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Alanna Raffel Resume
- 1. Alanna C. Raffel 2114 Pine Street Apt. 3F Philadelphia, PA 19103 ● (732) 672-‐1195 ● alanna.raffel@gmail.com EDUCATION Thomas Jefferson University, Philadelphia, PA (August 2013) Master of Science in Occupational Therapy • Alpha Eta Honor Society, GPA: 3.96 University of Maryland, Honors College, College Park, MD (May 2009) Bachelor of Arts in Psychology, Bachelor of Arts in Dance • Phi Beta Kappa, GPA: 3.78 WORK EXPERIENCE Pediatric Therapeutic Services, Philadelphia, PA (August 2015-‐Present) Occupational Therapist • Provide direct, school-‐based services to students on occupational therapy caseload using push-‐in, pull-‐out, consultation, and Response to Intervention models • Screen and evaluate students based on referrals and 3 year state regulations using standardized assessments, clinical observations, and parent/teacher interventions • Participate in IEP team meetings, parent and teacher education and complete daily documentation on goals and triennial report card reports Effective Communication Solutions, Philadelphia, PA (June 2014-‐August 2015) Occupational Therapist • Evaluated, planned, and implemented treatment of pediatric patients • Completed initial evaluations and re-‐evaluations using standardized assessments including Peabody Developmental Motor Scales, Beery VMI, Developmental Test of Visual Perception, and Sensory Profile as well as clinical observations and parent interviews • Completed parent education using sensory strategies and home exercise programs Magee Rehabilitation Hospital, Philadelphia, PA Occupational Therapist, Neuro Rehabilitation Center (December-‐April 2014) Per Diem Therapist (April 2014-‐Present) • Evaluated, planned, and implemented treatment of patients on the brain injury and stroke unit with physical, cognitive, and visual-‐perceptual impairments in an acute rehabilitation setting • Reported and participated in weekly patient care conferences with interdisciplinary team • Assessed for and ordered appropriate durable medical equipment, upper extremity orthotics, and power mobility • Completed patient education as well as family and caregiver training THOMAS JEFFERSON UNIVERSITY FIELD WORK EXPERIENCE Level II: The Center for Autism, Philadelphia, PA (April-‐June 2013) • Conducted standardized assessments including the Sensory Processing Measure-‐ Preschool, Revised Knox Preschool Play Scale, and the Peabody Developmental Motor Scales-‐2 to implement evidence-‐based, client-‐centered interventions
- 2. Alanna C. Raffel, Page 2 • Consulted with mental health therapists to adapt activities, modify program rooms, and implement sensory-‐based strategies throughout treatment Level II: The Bryn Mawr Hospital, Bryn Mawr, PA (January-‐March 2013) • Evaluated and treated a full caseload of 10 patients a day on acute inpatient floors Level I: Elwyn-Seedlings, Philadelphia, PA (Fall 2012) • Implemented school-‐based interventions at an early intervention preschool for children with autism spectrum disorders, including scissor and pre-‐handwriting skills Level I: Morris Home, Philadelphia, PA (Fall 2012) • Developed and conducted six mental health-‐based group sessions to promote participation in work and wellness using the recovery model Level I: Rainbow Rehab, Marlton, NJ (Summer 2012) • Shadowed a certified hand therapist • Facilitated sensory-‐based treatment for children with developmental disabilities Level I: Taylor Hospital, Ridley Park, PA (Fall 2011) • Planned and implemented interventions for patients with conditions including stroke, joint replacements, amputations, brain surgery, and heart surgery OTHER RELEVANT EMPLOYMENT JCC Camps at Medford, Open Hearts Open Doors, Medford, NJ (Summer 2012) One-‐on-‐one Counselor • Facilitated the participation of a camper with autism in an inclusive camp setting JEVS Human Services, Philadelphia, PA (May 2012-‐May 2013) Direct Care Worker • Supported community outings for a young woman with a traumatic brain injury Philadelphia Inclusion Network, Philadelphia, PA (Spring 2012) OT Student Consultant • Worked with preschool teachers to implement adaptations in order to promote inclusion URJ Camp Harlam, Kunkletown, PA (Summer 2011) Camper Care Director • Promoted positive experiences for campers by helping them manage bullying, homesickness, and difficulty with social integration Israel Sports Center for the Disabled, Ramat Gan, Israel (September 2009-‐January 2010) Assistant Teacher • Promoted participation in daily activities for preschool students with cerebral palsy PROFESSIONAL MEMBERSHIPS • American Occupational Therapy Association (September 2011-‐ Present) • Pennsylvania Occupational Therapy Association (August 2013-‐Present)