Erin Fitzgibbons
https://bu.digication.com/fitzgibbons
Education:
Boston University, Boston, MA
College of Health and Rehabilitation Sciences: Sargent College
Graduation Date: January 2013
Master of Science, Occupational Therapy
University of Connecticut, Storrs, CT
College of Liberal Arts and Sciences
Graduation Date: May 2010
Bachelor of Arts, Human Development and Family Studies
Minor: Psychology
Study Abroad: The Institute at Palazzo Rucellai, Florence, Italy
January 2009-May 2009
Related Experiences:
Level II Fieldwork Experience
Movement Matters Rehabilitation: Pediatrics Manhattan and Brooklyn, NY Sept-Dec 2012
- Incorporated sensory integration strategies within the outpatient clinic and school settings
- Treated in three elementary and middle schools with children with learning and developmental delays and disabilities
- Collaborated with other OT professionals and teachers to ensure the most effective treatment strategies.
Level II Fieldwork Experience
Spaulding Hospital: Cancer and Neurology Units, Cambridge, MA June-Aug 2012
- Conducted initial evaluations and prepared discharge plans
- Worked with families and caregivers on patient home programs
- Implemented remediation and/or compensation strategies to help build strength and facilitate functional outcomes with patients
Level I Fieldwork Experience
TILL TRASE After School Program, Hyde Park, MA Jan-April 2012
- Co-leader of “Young Artists” group for adolescents with developmental disabilities
- In charge of session plans, data collection, and facilitation of social interaction
- Incorporated occupational therapy principles into a leisure activities group
Camp Echo Bridge June-Aug 2011
Unit Leader for ages 5-6
- Coordinated daily schedule and activities for children
- Supervised 4 counselors and 3 personal aides to ensure role fulfillment
- Communicated directly with parents on a daily basis
Independent Study: Camp Hope, Quito, Ecuador June 2011
- Volunteered at Camp Hope working with elementary students with disabilities
- Exchanged knowledge about best practice with the school's Occupational Therapist
- Learned about a different culture and their views on allied healthcare
Level 1 Fieldwork Experience
New England Rehabilitation Hospital, Woburn, MA Feb-April 2011
- Observed Occupational Therapist in acute rehabilitation setting
- Learned different assessment tools for patients who have had a stroke
- Observed intervention sessions including ADL training
Level 1 Fieldwork Experience
F.A. Day Middle School, Newton, MA Oct-Nov 2010
- Observed Occupational Therapist
- Assisted children in Life Skills Group with tasks
- Observed and discussed evaluations and assessment tools.
Senior Year Fieldwork Jan-April 2010
UConn Child Development Laboratories: Toddler Room
- Aided in child exploration through play
- Observed and recorded children's actions in observation booths
- Took part in the daily child-care jobs of the classroom
Norwell Public Schools: Summer School, Norwell, MA July-Aug 2007 & 2008
Teacher’s Assistant for Pre-kindergarten and Kindergarten
- Worked one-on-one with children with special needs
- Assisted head teacher with lesson plans to educate and engage students
- Prepared materials for daily class work
Memberships and Certifications
American Red Cross Adult and Youth CPR/First Aid Certified
HIPAA Certified
Student Member of American Occupational Therapy Associations
Member of the National Society of Collegiate Scholars
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