1. Catherine Crivellone, OTD, OTR/L
708-642-7900
ccrive2@gmail.com
10143 South Homan Avenue, Evergreen Park, Illinois 60805
Objective
To obtain an occupational therapy position.
Education
Creighton University, Omaha,Nebraska
Doctor of Occupational Therapy December 2015
University of Illinois at Chicago, Chicago, Illinois
Bachelor of Arts-Applied Psychology May 2012
Dante Alighieri, Siena, Italy
Study Abroad- Italian June-July 2011
Clinical Experience
Professional Rotation August-December 2015
College of St. Mary, Omaha, Nebraska
 Prepared and designed mental health lectures/PowerPoints addressing depression,
suicide, bipolar disorder, anxiety disorders, eating disorders, personality disorders,
childhood and adolescent mental health disorders, play as therapy, and occupational
therapy in forensics.
 Taught course material for OTH433 Occupational Therapy in Mental Health.
 Wrote exam questions that covered lectured content.
 Designed Clinical Conditions course syllabus.
 Created personal teaching philosophy.
 Assisted with grading student course work.
 Supervised students during mental health community engagements and debriefed with
students on performance in the community.
Level IIB Fieldwork May-August 2015
Jim Thorpe Rehabilitation, Oklahoma City, Oklahoma
 Conducted occupational therapy evaluations on adults in in-patient rehabilitation.
 Scored individuals based on the Functional Independent Measures (FIM).
 Wrote daily electronic progress notes.
 Implemented Bioness and E-stim when appropriate on individuals with cerebrovascular
accidents.
 Observed home evaluations.
 Created treatment plans for individuals with spinal cord injuries, cerebrovascular
accidents, multiple traumas,Guillan-Barre, hip and knee replacements,and general
debility.

2.  Used client-centered interventions to increase functional performance of Areas of
Occupation.
Level ID Fieldwork October 2014
Elkhorn Public Schools, Elkhorn, Nebraska
 Wrote progress notes on student performance.
 Observed school-based pediatrics early elementary education.
Level IIA Fieldwork May-August 2014
Human Resource Center,Yankton, South Dakota
 Led and planned all groups independently focusing on leisure, coping skills,
psychological education, anger management, art therapy, and memory recall.
 Wrote progress notes and discharge notes.
 Led adult and adolescent cooking groups.
 Implemented interventions focusing on sensory integration and coping skills.
 Gave presentation on chemical dependency education.
 Conducted assessments and screens such as the Casey Living Skills Assessment,Allen
Cognitive Levels Screen, and Kohlman Evolution of Living Skills.
Level IC Fieldwork March 2013
Rehabilitation Institute of Chicago, Chicago, Illinois
 Observed in-patient and sub-acute rehabilitation in a neurorehabilitation setting.
 Introduced to electronic documentation.
 Assisted with transfers and interventions.
Level IB Fieldwork October 2013
Franciscan Center/ New CasselAdult Day Care Center,Omaha,Nebraska
 Led 2 groups independently to promote memory and recognition.
 Assisted with client mobility.
 Observed at an Adult Day Care Center for Adults with Alzheimer’s disease and
Dementia.
 Gave hand massages to clients to promote sensation and leisure.
Level IA Fieldwork
Jennie Edmundson Hospital, Council Bluffs, Iowa March 2013
 Observed at an In-patient Psychiatric Unit.
 Led 2 groups independently to promote self-efficacy and goal setting.
 Observed psychosocial evaluations.
 Introduced to patient charting.
Certifications and Achievements
Occupational Therapist Register

3. CPR Certified
Dean’s List at Creighton University (Fall 2012, Fall 2013, Spring 2014, Fall 2014, Spring 2015)
Highlighted 2015 Capstone Presenter for “The Effectiveness of Forensic Assertive Community Treatment
(FACT) for Individuals with Mental Health Disorders to Prevent Incarceration and Reduce Recidivism.”
Poster Presenter at NOTA 2014
Integrated Listening Systems (ILS) Certified (2013)
Physical Agent Modalities (PAMs) Certification upon obtaining OTR/L
Winner of Class Spirit Award Class of 2015 at Creighton University
Psychological First Aid for Communities Certified (2010)
Miss Teen Illinois International 2007
Professional Membership
American Occupational Therapist Association August 2012-current
Student Empowerment Network August 2012-May 2015
Creighton University Student Occupational Therapy Association August 2012- May 2015
Activities
 Student Interviewer and Ambassador for Creighton University Office of Admissions
2012-2015
 Student Member on Creighton University School of Pharmacy and Health Professions Taskforce
to Define Student Diversity and High Quality
Spring 2013
Research
Student Research Author Fall 2013-2015
 Department of Occupational Therapy at Creighton University
 Title: “An Exploration of the Neurological Technology Used within Occupational Therapy”
Student Research Assistant Fall 2011
 Department of Disabilities at University of Illinois at Chicago
Student Research Assistant Fall 2010
 Department of Psychology at University of Illinois at Chicago
Service
Lydia House/ Open Door Mission Leisure Fair Coordinator, Omaha,Nebraska
Fall Prevention Educator, Franciscan Center/ New CasselAdult Day Care Center,Omaha,Nebraska
2014 Race Towards Brain Aneurysm Awareness,Omaha,Nebraska
Field Day Volunteer at Blair Early Childhood Center,Chicago, Illinois
Health Promotion Educator at Ventanillas de Salud, Omaha, Nebraska

4. Rose Theater Drama Classes for Children with Autism Volunteer, Omaha, Nebraska
Greater Oklahoma Disabled Sports Association Waterfest 2015 Volunteer, Oklahoma City, Oklahoma
References
 Yolanda Griffiths, OTD, OTR/L,FAOTA, Program Director, Occupational Therapy Program
College of Saint Mary, (402) 399-2317, ygriffiths@csm.edu
 Alfred Bracciano, Ed.D.,OTR/L, FAOTA,FAIS, Creighton University, (402) 280-4906,
alfredbracciano@creighton.edu
 Shane Bumsted, M.S. Associate Director of Admission School of Pharmacy and Health
Professions Creighton University, (402)-280-2662, shanebumsted@creighton.edu
 Human Resources at South Dakota Human Services Center, (605) 668-3100