Rachel Graville
Student Occupational Therapist
Summary
Engaged and dedicated occupational therapy student passionate about improving people’s mental health through strength-based, goal-directed support to enable participation in valued roles. Also interested in exploring roles working with people who experience pain and fatigue due to chronic conditions. A person of integrity who gives their best through commitment to learning and pursuing personal and professional development. Approachable, team-oriented, accountable and takes the initiative.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Support Worker
Cam Can
02.2015 - 02.2021
• Developed and maintained a strong rapport with people experiencing mental health challenges and intellectual disability who experienced a significant history of stressors, including abandonment
•Facilitated the development of independent living skills and routines
•Established strong relationships with community organisations, such as a local gym that a client wanted to attend, and collaborated with their staff to provide a supportive environment, leading to regular participation
Education
Master of Occupational Therapy -
Curtin University
Perth 04.2001 -
Bachelor of Psychology -
Curtin University
Perth 04.2001 -
Skills
Rapport building
Attention to detail
High-level verbal and written communication
Analytical and critical thinking
Report writing and documentation
Occupational Therapy Student Practicum Placements
Braemar House East Fremantle
Residential Aged-Care Facility
•Administered the Mini-Mental State Examination (MMSE) and Montreal Cognitive Assessment (MoCA)
•Engaged with multidisciplinary team members, such as physiotherapists and nurses, to seek information about residents' health and regularly communicated any updates verbally and through documentation to ensure the safe facilitation of group and individual leisure activities
•Developed rapport with residents and their families
•Produced accurate documentation of assessment results and progress notes
2025 Scheduled Practicum Placements
Community Aids and Equipment Program
Osborne Park Hospital
(8-week placement, commencing in February 2025)
• This placement will provide experience in home assessment, modifications, and the use of adaptive equipment.
• These skills are valuable for making ergonomic adjustments and modifying the environment and tasks for people living with chronic pain conditions such as arthritis and MS
Lil Peeps Paediatric Occupational Therapy
Mobile Paediatric School Service
(8-week placement, commencing in April 2025)
• Focused on school readiness, functional independence, self-regulation, school and play occupations
Referees
Jennifer Moore
Operations Manager Cam Can
Disability Services and Support
(Formerly Service Coordinator and Supervisor)
Professional Reference
Contact details available upon request
Claire Campbell
Occupational Therapist
Community Assessment and Treatment Team
Fremantle Hospital Mental Health Service
Character Reference
Contact Details: Available upon request
Lyndsey Victoria Chapples
Registered Nurse
Site Critical Care Nurse
Safety and Emergency Training Solutions
Character Reference
Contact Details: Available upon request
Timeline
Support Worker
Cam Can
02.2015 - 02.2021
Master of Occupational Therapy -
Curtin University
04.2001 -
Bachelor of Psychology -
Curtin University
04.2001 -
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