Lauren MacLean

Paediatrics (1-8 yrs)

• Managed a caseload of 12 paediatric clients, providing occupational therapy services in home and daycare settings
• Developed tailored group and individualised plans and executed interventions to enhance social skill development, emotional regulation, play skills, and support independence in activities of daily living
• Facilitated 'Sensory Kidz' group program
• Supported the following group programs: Andy Bear, Cub Club, Kidz Club, Create Play Explore
• Managed social media platforms for the Foundation, creating engaging content to promote services and increase visibility

Community

• Worked with complex community clients requiring home modifications and assistive technology assessments
• Maintained high quality reporting and documentation for a variety of funding schemes
• Trained in and utilised CAD software such as OT draw and SKetchUp

Dementia Housing

• Completed the goal-oriented cognitive rehabilitation (GREAT-CR) course
• Delivered specialised OT services to residents in a dementia housing setting independently with online supervision, focusing on enhancing daily living and overall well-being.
• Conducted comprehensive assessments, including cognitive and functional evaluations, to inform individualised intervention plans.
• Developed, implemented and modified evidence-based interventions to address residents' needs.
• Collaborated with families and multidisciplinary teams to ensure coordinated, resident-centred care.
• Maintained detailed documentation and handover summaries to support continuity of care and effective communication.

Neurological and Geriatric rehabilitation

• Delivered specialised OT services to geriatric patients and/or those with neurological conditions, focusing on functional independence and quality of life
• Conducted initial assessments, cognitive assessments, functional assessments and upper limb assessments
• Implemented evidence-based interventions targeting areas such as cognitive retraining, upper limb rehabilitation, adaptive techniques and equipment prescription
• Collaborated closely with multidisciplinary team to ensure comprehensive patient care
• Upheld documentation using electronic medical records (eMR)

Community

• Conducted initial assessments to gather client information such as personal history and driving experience
• Observed and analysed assessments of cognitive and functional capabilities, contributing to a holistic understanding of drivers’ needs and informing best practices in driver evaluations.
• Observed and evaluated the impact of car modifications and adaptations, assessing their effectiveness in enhancing driving accessibility and safety for individuals with specific needs.
• Developed a literature base for NDIS reports, providing evidence-based recommendations for the need for specialised driver trainers for individuals with autism