EDUCATION:
Master of Science: Occupational Therapy,
- Rush University, Class of 2016
Bachelor of Science: Exercise and Wellness
- Brigham Young University, Class of 2012
WORK EXPERIENCE:
Athletico Schaumburg, 2013-2014
Rehabilitation Aide
- Assist occupational and physical therapists with patient care: teaching exercises, performing ultrasound, organizing clinic, etc.
- Assist with and manage front desk duties: organizing charts, assisting patients with scheduling and insurance help, patient discharge protocol, etc.
Ambria College of Nursing, 2012-2013
Student Event Coordinator
- Developed, implemented, and promoted mentoring and tutoring programs; monitored student performance and provided support where necessary.
- Planned student events and workshops that complemented classroom instruction and helped students build life and leadership skills.
- Promoted school awareness through social media.
VOLUNTEER EXPERIENCE:
Special Olympics Volunteer Coordinator, 2013
Special Olympics International, Illinois
- Served as liaison between the two organizations to help 150 youth volunteer at Special Olympics.
- Met monthly to organize small groups, make assignments, make travel arrangements, etc.
- Traveled to Special Olympics, supervised and coordinated logistics throughout Olympics weekend.
Youth Advisor, 2013-2014
The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints
- Plan and supervise weekly activities for 12 teenage girls ages 12-18.
- In-charge of character development program called "Personal Progress". Helped girls develop life skills such as self-confidence, service, integrity, etc.
- Mentor individual youth; meet with each regularly to encourage a proactive life approach and to build confidence.
- Once a month, designed a lesson to be taught during Sunday church; lessons focus on applicable life-lessons and are in a discussion format.
OTHER EXPERIENCE:
Study Abroad, Invercargill New Zealand, 2010
- Initiated a leadership program that taught students goal-setting and leadership skills
- Planned and organized a “Relay for Life” event that raised money for cancer research
- Participated in mentorship program for geriatric population
SKILLS AND CERTIFICATIONS:
- Excellent communication skills; very personable
- Strong desire to learn and grow intellectually
- Proficient in piano and singing; strong musical interest
- CPR Certified
AREAS OF INTEREST:
- Fitness
- Chronic disease prevention
- Pediatrics
- Developmental disorders
