Community involvement
Barbara Okumu
Occupational Therapist
Nairobi,30
Summary
Caring occupational therapist with versatility in adapting to diverse needs of clients, developing targeted treatment plans to support individual needs. Well-trained occupational therapist with 3 years of clinical experience building personal confidence among clients suffering from varying disorders and social impairments. Systematic rehabilitation specialist with deliberate planning and thoughtful organization, developing benchmarks for individuals in occupational therapeutic environments.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
2
2
Certifications
2
2
Languages
Work History
Occupational Therapist
Boyne Healthcare
Nairobi, Kilimani
01.2023 - Current
- Participated in continuing education opportunities to stay current with industry trends and best practices in occupational therapy
- Provided education to patients and families on coping strategies, adaptive equipment, and safety modifications.
- Provided clinical services to clients with various physical, mental and emotional impairments.
- Enhanced patient functionality through evidence-based therapeutic interventions and exercises.
- Determined best treatment plans to meet objectives for school, work, and home life.
- Coordinated interventions with multidisciplinary treatment team.
- Developed customized home exercise programs, enabling patients to maintain progress outside of therapy sessions.
- Advocated for the profession by participating in community events promoting awareness of occupational therapy services available locally.
- Mentored occupational therapy students during clinical rotations, fostering professional growth and development.
- Assessed individuals'' sensory processing abilities using standardized assessments such as Sensory Profile Questionnaire.
- Provided education to empower patients and families to understand conditions, treatments and treatment options for managing symptoms.
- Established compassionate and caring relationships with patients.
- Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.
- Exercised leadership capabilities by successfully motivating and inspiring others.
- Adaptable and proficient in learning new concepts quickly and efficiently.
- Proven ability to develop and implement creative solutions to complex problems.
Peer Educator
Jomo Kenyatta University Of Agriculture And Technology
Kiambu, Juja
05.2022 - Current
- Promoted a culture of continuous improvement within the Peer Education program by regularly sharing best practices with coll
- Identified gaps in existing resources available to students; collaborated with relevant departments on campus to address these needs proactively.
- Helped students explore concepts with engaging, learning-focused activities.
- Evaluated students' understanding of course material through examinations and in-depth essay writing.
- Developed student confidence through positive reinforcement strategies.
- Participated in department meetings to provide input to colleagues about student achievement and improvement.
- Empowered students through knowledge sharing on critical life skills such as stress management, time management, and conflict resolution techniques.
Occupational Therapy Volunteer
Therapy Across Borders
United States Of America
05.2021 - 12.2022
- Participated in community outreach events, advocating for occupational therapy services and raising awareness about the benefits of intervention strategies.
- Educated family members on home care techniques and adaptive equipment usage, promoting patient safety and independence outside the clinical setting.
- Provided direct occupational therapy services in orphanages and homes for abandoned children
Interim Clinic Manager
Boyne Healthcare
Nairobi, Kilimani
09.2023 - 11.2024
- Established and maintained effective communication with staff.
- Monitored duties assigned to personnel to promote high levels of patient care and job efficiency.
- Created and implemented policies to improve operational efficiency and patient care quality.
- Facilitated interdisciplinary collaboration among various departments within the clinic, promoting a cohesive approach to patient care management plans.
Occupational Therapy Intern
Kenya Institute Of Special Education
Nairobi, Kasarani
09.2021 - 11.2021
- Strengthened patient progress tracking efforts by consistently updating goal progression reports and communicating findings with supervising therapists.
- Contributed to increased client satisfaction by providing compassionate, client-centered care throughout their treatment journey.
- Contributed to a positive and supportive clinic environment by actively participating in team-building activities and sharing constructive feedback with colleagues.
- Helped determine realistic treatment goals and adjusted steps based on patient progress.
- Performed assessments during treatment to determine progress according to goals.
- Collaborated closely with clinical staff in creating resources that educate clients on techniques they can implement at home to complement their ongoing therapies.
- Gathered and organized documentation for therapy staff.
- Developed strong rapport with patients and families, fostering trust and open communication throughout the therapeutic process.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge on occupational therapy best practices, regulations, and industry standards through regular participation in professional development activities.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
Education
Bachelor Of Science - Occupational Therapy
Jomo Kenyatta University of Agriculture And Techno
Kiambu County, Juja12.2022
Certificate - Wheelchair Service Provision
LDS Charities
Juja08.2022
Kenya Certificate Of Highschool Education -
Ng'iya Girls High School
Siaya, Ng'iya 10.2016
Skills
Goal setting experience
Intervention Planning
Workflow Planning
Progress assessments
Medical Records Management
Interdisciplinary Collaboration
Family and patient education
Documentation skills
Staff education and training
Resource Utilization
Treatment implementation
Wheelchair Seating
Neurological Rehabilitation
Motor Coordination
Handwriting Intervention
Pediatric Therapy
Activity analysis
Clinical reasoning
Team Collaboration
Problem-Solving
Occupational Therapist Registered (OTR)
Excellent Communication
Written Communication
Self Motivation
Teamwork and Collaboration
Adaptability
Professional Demeanor
Decision-Making
Accomplishments
- Supervised team of 7 staff members as an Interim clinic manager
- Supervised team of 4 clinical staff members as a clinical lead
- Used Microsoft Excel to develop risk assessment matrix
- Was part of an expert panel discussion in a disability awareness campaign titled Don't Hide Me
Affiliations
Kenya Occupational Therapy Association
Therapy Across Borders
Certification
Interactive Metronome service provider
Interests
Writing poetry
Blogging
Timeline
Interim Clinic Manager
Boyne Healthcare
09.2023 - 11.2024
Occupational Therapist
Boyne Healthcare
01.2023 - Current
Peer Educator
Jomo Kenyatta University Of Agriculture And Technology
05.2022 - Current
Occupational Therapy Intern
Kenya Institute Of Special Education
09.2021 - 11.2021
Occupational Therapy Volunteer
Therapy Across Borders
05.2021 - 12.2022
Bachelor Of Science - Occupational Therapy
Jomo Kenyatta University of Agriculture And Techno
Certificate - Wheelchair Service Provision
LDS Charities
Kenya Certificate Of Highschool Education -
Ng'iya Girls High School