Danielle Roussel
Madisonville
Summary
Compassionate Occupational Therapist with background in providing patient-centered therapy in various healthcare settings. Possess strong skills in developing individualized treatment plans, incorporating evidence-based practice and therapeutic interventions. Strengths include exceptional communication, critical thinking, and problem-solving abilities. Previous work has made significant impact on improving patients' physical abilities and enhancing overall quality of life.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Occupational Therapist
Parker Therapy Group
Mandeville
11.2024 - Current
- Developed individualized treatment plans based on client needs and goals.
- Collaborated with families to provide education on therapeutic exercises.
- Facilitated sensory integration activities to support developmental milestones.
- Documented client progress and maintained accurate records for compliance purposes.
- Engaged in multidisciplinary team meetings to coordinate comprehensive care plans.
- Provided therapeutic interventions, such as sensory integration, fine motor skills development and activities of daily living training.
- Educated families about developmental milestones and how to promote positive behavior change in children.
Home Health Occupational Therapist
Foundations Physical Therapy
Mandeville
08.2017 - Current
- Assessed patient needs through comprehensive evaluations and functional assessments.
- Developed personalized treatment plans to enhance daily living skills.
- Implemented therapeutic interventions using adaptive equipment and techniques.
- Educated patients and families on home safety and effective usage of assistive devices.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to coordinate comprehensive care strategies.
- Created detailed documentation outlining assessment results, treatment plan objectives and outcomes achieved by patient during course of treatment.
- Implemented therapeutic exercise programs to increase muscle strength or joint range of motion while promoting safety awareness.
- Provided home-based occupational therapy services to patients with physical, cognitive, and and or psychosocial impairments.
CrossFit Coach
Pelican Athletic Club
Mandeville
01.2022 - Current
- Instructed group classes to promote teamwork and community engagement.
- Educated clients on nutrition and healthy lifestyle choices.
- Developed strategies to enhance client retention and satisfaction.
- Trained junior coaches on effective coaching techniques and safety protocols.
- Adjusted exercises to member skill and fitness level.
- Provided one-on-one coaching sessions to help improve individual performance.
- Conducted group classes to teach proper form, technique, and safety in performing exercises.
- Performed physical assessments of clients prior to beginning any program or activity.
- Conducted energizing, fun, safe and educational classes.
Occupational Therapist
Contracted
Hammond
10.2011 - 10.2015
- Evaluated patient needs to develop individualized treatment plans.
- Implemented therapeutic exercises to enhance physical and cognitive function.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to coordinate patient care effectively.
- Designed therapeutic activities to improve physical strength, coordination, balance, posture, sensory integration skills.
- Educated patients and families on home safety and adaptive strategies.
- Assessed patient's functional abilities in the home environment, identified deficits, and designed treatment plans tailored to meet individual needs.
Occupational Therapist
RehabCare
Austell
09.2008 - 09.2011
- Evaluated patient needs through assessments and observations.
- Developed tailored therapy plans based on individual goals.
- Implemented therapeutic exercises to improve physical function.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to enhance patient care.
- Designed therapeutic activities to improve physical strength, coordination, balance, posture, sensory integration skills.
Education
Master of Science - Occupational Therapy
LSU-HSC
New Orleans, LA05-2008
Bachelor of Science - Exercise Physiology
University of New Orleans
New Orleans, LA05-2005
Skills
- Treatment planning
- Sensory integration
- Adaptive techniques
- Functional assessments
- Documentation compliance
- Patient education
- Multidisciplinary collaboration
- Geriatric treatment
- Pediatric therapy
- Orthopedic rehabilitation
- Group therapy
- Staff education and training
- Family and patient education
Affiliations
- Special Friends Volunteer-First Baptist Church
- Special Olympics Coach- Mandeville, LA
Certification
- CrossFit Level 1 Certification
- CPR/AED Certified
Timeline
Occupational Therapist
Parker Therapy Group
11.2024 - Current
CrossFit Coach
Pelican Athletic Club
01.2022 - Current
Home Health Occupational Therapist
Foundations Physical Therapy
08.2017 - Current
Occupational Therapist
Contracted
10.2011 - 10.2015
Occupational Therapist
RehabCare
09.2008 - 09.2011
Master of Science - Occupational Therapy
LSU-HSC
Bachelor of Science - Exercise Physiology
University of New Orleans