Kali Javenes

Experience

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  Town of Stony Point

  Jun 2016 - Aug 2020

  Lifeguard

  Received Life Saving Award Certificate from Town of Stony PointTrained children to master the skill of swimming in a one on one lesson settingMaintained a safe environment in the pool, playground and field settingsEstablished professional relationships with patrons and staff

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  Tomkins Lake Community

  Jun 2017 - Aug 2021

  Head Lifeguard Manager

  Created and managed a schedule for 12 co-workers as well as organizing certifications and legal working documents required by New York State to meet legal time deadlines. Delegated jobs to employees keeping in mind that all work tasks are done correctly including sustaining a safe and clean environment for patrons, ensuring the maintenance of the facility including the beach, water, bathroom, picnic tables, clubhouse and bathrooms as well as keeping up with the most up to date safety lifeguard protocols. Worked effectively while under pressure while supervising large amounts of people on the beach and on land beach area during large parties / gatherings of people. Show less

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  North Rockland Sports Day “Kid Power” Book

  Jan 2019 - Apr 2022

  Illustrator

  Volunteered to illustrate a book depicting the real story of a class of students who gained national recognition on Good Morning America for organizing an annual fundraiser to raise money for different non-profit organizations including Stand Up to Cancer, Friends of Karen, and the Boomer Esiason Foundation through various sports activities on a “Sports Day” at the high school in the North Rockland School District. Demonstrated strong written, oral and interpersonal communication skills while working with teachers, other students, and professionals in the publication industry about specifications of publishing the book through face to face meetings, phone calls, emails, and text messages. Organized a 7 page collage at the end of the book. Taught students in a classroom setting about illustrating and different drawing techniques. Show less

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  New England Disabled Sports

  Jan 2020 - Jan 2020

  Occupational Therapy Student

  Observed and participated in adaptive ski activities with children with disabilities with the goal of increasing their participation, wellness, self efficacy, happiness, and health. Assisted with teaching the techniques of the sport of skiing while promoting positivity and positive feedback.

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  UNH Age of Champions

  Mar 2020 - Mar 2020

  Occupational Therapy Session Facilitator

  Implemented an Occupational Therapy yoga session for 20 individuals over a Zoom platform as a part of a day of an online fair including different educational/recreational workshops with the goal of increasing participant's overall health and wellness.

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  Southeastern New Hampshire Services

  Aug 2020 - Dec 2020

  Occupational Therapy Student

  Fieldwork experience as an Occupational Therapy student at SENHS, which provides all levels of care to individuals and families living with substance abuse disorders. Observed and implemented occupational therapy interventions to groups of approximately 15 members on topics including health, wellness, mindset, money management, budgeting, self esteem, goal setting, outdoor recreation, self expression through art, etc.

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  UNH OT Life Skills Program/Friends in Action

  Jan 2021 - May 2021

  Occupational Therapy Intern

  Community experience implementing an occupational therapy community group consiting of individuals with developmental and intellectual disabilities which focuses on the implementation of varying life skills including cooking, nutrition, positive thinking, money management, exercise, creative expression, stress management, fine motor skills, writing, and social and communication skills. .

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  University of New Hampshire

  Feb 2021 - Dec 2022

  Conducted Research as a part of the Department of Occupational Therapy at the University of New Hampshire. Interviewed participants. Transcribed audio tapes and analyzed data to conclude research themes. Implemented Occupational Therapy interventions in a classroom/ day care setting to address the needs of approximately 15 children typically at age 3 in areas of sensory, fine motor, and gross motor development.

  • Graduate Student

    May 2021 - Dec 2022

  • Graduate Student Researcher

    Jan 2022 - May 2022

  • Occupational Therapy Intern

    Feb 2021 - May 2021
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  McClelland Elementary School

  Sept 2021 - Dec 2021

  McClelland Elementary Occupational Therapy Level IIA Intern

  Facilitated occupational therapy services for 30 students in an elementary school from kindergarten to fifth grade by implementing and planning therapy interventions to foster their success while prioritizing the needs of students. Completed assessments including the Peabody Developmental Motor Scales, Sensory Processing Measure, School Function Assessment, Wide Range of Visual Motor Abilities, as well as fine and gross motor observations. Utilized Handwriting Without Tears Educational Program and Screening Tools. Wrote individual goals for students based on their abilities. Organized and collected data to measure success while meeting Medicaid and IEP deadlines. Completed occupational therapy evaluations, wrote reports, wrote progress notes, and wrote Individual Education Plans for students in this pediatric setting. Completed a final project which fostered positivity by having students complete a random act of kindness, give out "pay it forward" cards, come up with things they are grateful for/happy about, writing positive self affirmations, and participating in activities during therapy that are found by research to increase self efficacy, such as "Bal-A-Vis-X". Show less

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  The Four Rivers Project

  Jan 2022 - May 2022

  Occupational Therapy Intern

  Assisted this association in creating resources about daily living skills such as budgeting and preparing children for school to assist families in need

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  Stony Point Day Camp

  Jun 2022 - Aug 2022

  Assistant Director

  Worked with the Director of the Stony Point Day Camp to facilitate operations of the Summer Camp in Town of Stony Point, New York. Organized and ran recreational activities including Field Day, Talent Show, Pool Days, Field Trips, Arts and Crafts and more. Worked with counselors to ensure safety. Systemized the financial aspects of the organization with the help of staff at the Town of Stony Point. Had a lot of fun in the sun!!

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  Exeter Hospital

  Sept 2022 - Dec 2022

  Occupational Therapy Student

  Occupational Therapy Student Completing Level IIB Fieldwork/Clinical in the Hand Therapy specialty at the Plaistow Outpatient Sports Rehabilitation site. Facilitated therapy services to 9 clients per day with upper extremity diagnoses of the hand and elbow including lateral epicondylitis, medial epicondylitis, arthritis, fractures, DeQuervain’s syndrome, Dupuytren’s contracture, multiple sclerosis, stroke, myocitis, carpal tunnel and more. Interventions completed in this setting included Ultrasound, Electric Stimulation, Kinesiotaping, Massage, Graston, Stretching, Nerve Glides, Chinese Cupping, Joint Mobilization, Exercise Programming, Desensitization Techniques, and observed Dry Needling. Fabricated thermoplastic splints to assist with mobilization, pain management, and to increase range of motion. Assisted patients with returning to normal activities by simulating and modifying everyday tasks including writing, vacuuming, eating food, getting dressed, typing, lifting objects and more. Viewed X-ray imaging. Utilized a home safety checklist and suggested modifications to maintain client independence. Wrote client-centered goals and documented with the use of Meditech and billing units for insurance purposes. Observed 6 hand surgeries including a Trapeziectomy, ORIF Distal Radius Hardware Removal, Ulnar Nerve Transposition, Carpal Tunnel Release, Trigger Finger Release, and a UCL Ligament Reconstruction at Exeter Hospital. Show less

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  South Bergen Jointure Commission

  Apr 2023 - now

  Occupational Therapist

  OTR/L in a special education based school district in Bergen County, NJ working in a pre-school and elementary school of ABA, PSD, inclusion and typical education classrooms providing services to children with autism, cerebral palsy, down syndrome, ADHD, developmental delays, hemiplegia and behavioral challenges from ages 2-12 in a multicultural geographic area. Focus on sensory integration/regulation, fine and gross motor skills, handwriting, ADLs, social skills, visual perceptual skills, problem solving, feeding skills, reflex integration and more. Completed evaluations in the home and school settings including the use of the Peabody Developmental Scales, Beery VMI, Test of Visual Motor Skills Assessment, Sensory Profile , etc. Wrote measureable and age appropriate individualized school based goals and annual reports. Presented during IEP meetings and worked with parents to foster success through in person clinicals, Google Meet, Class Dojo, phone calls and email. Trained staff through presentation like education on handwriting/fine motor expectations and interventions. Used the Handwriting Without Tears program and created sensory diets for students. Collaborated with Teachers, Paraprofessionals, Behaviorists, Administrators, Principals, Nurses, Case Mangers, Physical and Speech Therapists. Promoted student communication with the use of adaptive devices including AAC communication tablets, PECS boards, and visual aids to promote independence. Utilized Google Excel sheets for billing purposes. Show less

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  Garden State Speech Therapy

  May 2024 - Jan 2025

  Pediatric Occupational Therapist

  Pediatric Occupational Therapist in an outpatient pediatric clinic. Treated children age 2-13 for deficits including sensory processing, emotional regulation, self care, fine motor, visual motor, gross motor and more. Worked inside a sensory gym utilizing many therapeutic activities and tools. Co-treated and collaborated with Speech Therapists and ABA therapists. Administered appropriate care with parent involvement and training.