Maureen Panesar

North Kingstown, Rhode Island, United States

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About me
Occupational Therapy Coordinator at Sargent Center
Education
- North kingstown high school
  2008 - 2012
  High school diploma
- University of new hampshire
  2015 - 2017
  Masters of science in occupational therapy 4.0
  Activities and Societies: Pi Theta Epsilon Occupational Therapy Honor Society
- University of new hampshire
  2012 - 2016
  Bachelor of science in occupational science, 3.86 graduated summa cum laude
  Activities and Societies: Golden Key International Honor Society; Pi Theta Epsilon Occupational Therapy Honor Society; Alpha Epsilon Delta Health Pre-professional Honor Society; Fia-Chait Irish Dance (President); Student Occupational Therapy Association; Rotaract UNH (President)
Experience
- University of new hampshire
  Jan 2014 - Dec 2017
  - Graduate Teaching Assistant for OT 751/851: Mind Body Systems/Neurologically Based Function and Dysfunction- Collaborated with instructors throughout the semester- Updated course topics to include current research- Met with students prior to exams, presentations, and papers to ensure comprehension of the material -Worked on a study that examined the effectiveness of video-training for paraprofessionals to support students with neurodevelopmental disorders-Effectively communicated with a team of specialists -Evaluated students using the Evaluation of Social Interaction (ESI) tool -Ran a research study evaluating the effectiveness of a summer camp on improving quality of social interaction for children with Autism Spectrum Disorders under the guidance of a faculty member. -Received the Summer Undergraduate Research Fellowship (SURF) to fund this study-Presented this research at the American Occupational Therapy Association Conference, the Undergraduate Research Conference at UNH, and the Center for Innovative OT Solutions International Symposium -Answered questions both in person and on the phone from students and parents regarding housing-Responsible for loaning out keys to students who were locked out of their room-Helped train new staff members
  - Graduate Teaching Assistant
    Aug 2016 - Dec 2017
  - Graduate Research Assistant
    May 2016 - Nov 2016
  - Undergraduate Research Student
    Jan 2015 - May 2016
  - Front Desk Customer Service
    Jan 2014 - May 2016
- The autism project
  Jul 2014 - Aug 2014
  One-on-one camp counselor
  -Worked one-on-one with a child with autism during a summer camp-Encouraged social interaction and participation in camp activities-Helped create a supportive and safe environment
- Northeast rehabilitation hospital network
  Jan 2016 - Jan 2016
  Level i fieldwork intern
  -Observed evaluation, intervention, documentation, and discharge planning-Ran an upper-extremity exercise group on several occasions-Ran a fine-motor group under the supervision of my fieldwork supervisor
- Life skills group with friends in action
  Sept 2016 - Dec 2016
  Level i fieldwork student
  - Ran a weekly group with other occupational therapy students for adults with developmental disabilities on the topics of technology, money management, and healthy living
- Tewksbury hospital
  Jan 2017 - Mar 2017
  Level ii fieldwork student
  - Provided client-centered and recovery-focused occupational therapy services in an inpatient behavioral health setting- Ran psychoeducational and leisure based groups for adults with mental illness- Completed assessments for new admissions in the form of a semi-structured interview- Completed all documentation requirements, including weekly notes and treatment team notes- Presented on clients during weekly rehab staff meetings
- Outside the lines
  Apr 2017 - Jun 2017
  Level ii fieldwork student
  - Provided client-centered and play-based occupational therapy services in an outpatient pediatric clinic for clients ages 2-20- Completed all documentation requirements, including SOAP notes, evaluations, and progress notes- Completed standardized assessments, including the BOT-2 and DTVP, and parent interviews for new clients- Designed an 8 week group focusing on executive functioning skills
- The fogarty center
  Jul 2017 - Aug 2018
  Children's personal assistance services and support (pass) worker
  - Support a teenage girl with developmental disabilities- Address community safety and socialization goals in a natural context through community integration- Complete documentation after each session to track her progress towards her goals
- Sargent rehabilitation center
  Apr 2018 - Apr 2021
  Occupational therapist
  - Provided school-based and outpatient services for students ages 5-22- Completed comprehensive evaluations for outpatient clients, new students, and three year re-evaluations to determine strengths and areas of need- Presented and wrote Individualized Education Plans (IEPs) as well as quarterly progress notes- Supervised and collaborated with COTAs - Effectively collaborated with an interdisciplinary team
- Kids abilities indiana
  May 2021 - Jul 2021
  Occupational therapist
  - Provided family-centered outpatient services for children ages 1-17- Conducted evaluations and wrote plans of care, daily notes, and progress reports - Offered comprehensive home programming to improve carryover of skills at home
- Theracare inc.
  Jul 2021 - Jul 2023
  Occupational therapist
  - Provide individualized outpatient services for children ages 6 months – 17 years- Plan and facilitate self-regulation and yoga groups - Collaborate closely with families to ensure carryover of skills across environments- Supervise a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant- Educated and supervised a Level II occupational therapy fieldwork student
- Sargent center
  Aug 2023 - now
  Occupational therapy coordinator
Licenses & Certifications
- Evaluation of social interaction (esi)
  May 2015
- Certified autism spectrum disorder clinical specialist
  Evergreen certifications
  May 2022
Honors & Awards
- Awarded to Maureen Panesar
  England Student Achievement Award University of New Hampshire Occupational Therapy Department May 2016 Awarded for demonstrating excellence in collaborative research and scholarship with a faculty member
- Awarded to Maureen Panesar
  Graduated summa cum laude University of New Hampshire May 2016 Earned a cumulative GPA above a 3.85
- Awarded to Maureen Panesar
  Undergraduate Research Conference Award of Excellence University of New Hampshire Apr 2016 Recognition of excellence while presenting the research study "Examination of the effectiveness of an intense one-week camp experience on quality of social interaction for children with an Autism Spectrum Disorder" at the Parents Association Undergraduate Research Symposium.
- Awarded to Maureen Panesar
  Fred Kfoury Textbook Scholarship University of New Hampshire Housing Department Oct 2015 Recognized for leadership while working at the front desk of the UNH Housing Department
- Awarded to Maureen Panesar
  Dean's List University of New Hampshire Earned a GPA above a 3.5 out of a total of 4.0 every semester.
- Awarded to Maureen Panesar
  Honors in Major - Completed four courses in occupational therapy for honors; including an honors thesis.
Volunteer Experience
- Unified Partner
  Issued by Special Olympics on Oct 2008
  Associated with Maureen Panesar
- Volunteer
  Issued by UNH Assistive Technology Department on Sept 2012
  Associated with Maureen Panesar