1. Julie Lelièvre
Telephone: 1(514) 971 5140
E-mail address: leliju90@hotmail.com
EDUCATION
Post-graduate Certificate in Psychology 2013 - 2015
University of Quebec in Montreal, Faculty of Social Sciences
Master of Science, Occupational Therapy (M. Sc.) 2013
University of Montreal, Faculty of Medicine
Bachelor of Health Science, Occupational Therapy (B. Sc. S.) 2012
University of Montreal, Faculty of Medicine
Collegial Diploma in Health Sciences 2009
Bois-de-Boulogne College
WORK EXPERIENCE
University of Montreal affiliated Hospital Center, February 2014 - Present
Notre-Dame Hospital, Montreal, Canada
Occupational Therapist
Adult mental health program, with specific focus on inpatient elderly mental health and adult physical
health. Additional experience in outpatient adult and youth mental health programs, geriatrics and
general neurology departments.
Implement and lead group sessions to encourage mental health patients to observe their actions
and emotions and adapt their behavior to improve their function in daily life :
• Create arts and crafts, sports and cooking classes for group sessions ;
• Work in collaboration with co-therapists within the sessions and through creative processes,
and attend weekly multidisciplinary meetings ;
• Share information based on theoretical models and approaches with participants (dialectical
behavior therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy and motivational interview) ;
• Direct discussions towards self-exploration and encourage self-expression.
Evaluate mental health patients (all ages, on an inpatient and outpatient basis) and elaborate
intervention plans throughout individual sessions :
• Use standardized and non-standardized tools in the evaluation process ;
• Facilitate self-exploration and induce goal setting ;
• Provide the right context for personal and vocational skills development ;
• Assist the patient in community integration throughout the therapeutical process ;
• Participate in meetings with a multidisciplinary (social worker, registered nurse,
psychologist, psychiatrist) mental health team ;

2. • Assess physical, cognitive, and affective capacities of inpatients with various physical health
issues through interviews, observations, and standardized assessments. Establish
individualized treatment plans with defined functional goals.
St-Leonard Physical Therapy Clinic September 2013 – February 2014
Montreal, Canada
Occupational Therapist
Adult clientele, private practice setting
• Conducted clinical assessments and created rehabilitation treatment plans for adults with
musculoskeletal, neurological and orthopedic injuries and disabilities ;
• Assessed patients based on functional abilities, in order to develop strategies to enhance the
patients’ ability to participate in daily life functions and work duties ;
CLINICAL EXPERIENCE (INTERNSHIPS)
Villa Medica Rehabilitation Hospital, Inpatient Neurological Department, Montreal, Canada
Occupational Therapy Intern, 2013 (completed 315 hours).
University Institute of Geriatrics of Montreal, Long-term care, Montreal, Canada
Occupational Therapy Intern, 2012 (completed 315 hours).
University Institute in Mental Health of Montreal, Geriatrics Daycare Outpatient Program,
Montreal, Canada
Occupational Therapy Intern, 2011 (completed 315 hours)
Riviere-Des-Prairies Hospital, Child Psychiatry Outpatient Program, Montreal, Canada
Occupational Therapy Intern, 2010 (completed 45 hours).
PERSONAL EXPERIENCE
• Volunteered in a psychiatric institute in Bolivia as a student in occupational therapy, in a
mental health long-term care department (youth, adult and elderly clientele).
• Volunteered with various community groups and foundations.
• Worked in a nursing home for kids/teenagers with moderate to severe intellectual disabilities.
• Homework tutoring with elementary school students.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Spoken and written languages: Fluent in English and French, intermediate in Spanish.
Skills: Highly social, professional, adaptive, eager to meet challenges, dynamic, respectful,
autonomous, positive attitude.
Interests: Community based practice, social and cultural challenges, travelling, outdoor
activities and sports, environment, nutrition.