Michael Richards
Dallas
Summary
Accomplished Occupational Therapist with over 17 years of experience in developing and implementing individualized education plans. Expertise in client consultation, sensory integration techniques, and assistive technology implementation, all contributing to improved therapeutic outcomes for children with special needs.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
Occupational Therapist
Dallas School District
Dallas
09.2006 - 11.2025
- Developed and implemented Individual Education Plans for students with special needs
- Implemented intervention plans that included sensory integration approaches and activity modifications for children with special needs.
- Maintained accurate documentation of client interactions and treatment plans.
- Consulted with school personnel regarding students' special needs program requirements.
- Provided individual and group therapy services to children with Autism Spectrum Disorders.
- Developed and implemented interventions to increase executive function developments
- Implemented assitive technology for students with communication needs
- Assisted students by providing intervention for those with various written communication needs
Occupational Therapist
John Heinz Institute of Rehabilition
Wilkes-Barre
04.2002 - 08.2006
- Worked on the stroke and brain injury unit for 4 years
- Developed programs tailored to meet the specific needs of clients who have suffered a traumatic brain injury or stroke.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities to enhance independence.
- Utilized adaptive equipment to support patient rehabilitation efforts.
- Designed therapeutic activities to improve physical strength, coordination, balance, posture, sensory integration skills.
- Collaborated with internal and external multidisciplinary team to generate effective interventions.
Education
Master of Science - Occupational Therapy
Misericordia University
Dallas, PA05-2000
Skills
- Developmental assessments
- Individual education plans
- Therapeutic interventions
- Sensory integration techniques
- Assistive technology implementation
- Client consultation
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Occupational Therapist
Dallas School District
09.2006 - 11.2025
Occupational Therapist
John Heinz Institute of Rehabilition
04.2002 - 08.2006
Master of Science - Occupational Therapy
Misericordia University