Raylene Raad
2 Lytton Street Wentworthville
Summary
I am a dedicated and compassionate Occupational Therapist with experience supporting children and young people with disabilities, complex behavioural, developmental, and emotional needs. I am skilled in delivering evidence-based individual and group therapy interventions that promote participation in daily activities, school, and community engagement. I am passionate about fostering inclusive, culturally safe, and supportive environments by working collaboratively with families, educators, and multidisciplinary teams to empower students, promote autonomy, and support meaningful choice.
Overview
2026
2026
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Occupational Therapist
Grace Children’s Therapy
01.2025 - Current
- Delivered individualised assessment and therapy services for children with Autism Spectrum Disorder, ADHD, Intellectual Disability, Global Developmental Delay, and other developmental and behavioural challenges.
- Designed and implemented evidence-based, play-based therapy plans to support functional performance in activities of daily living, school participation, and community engagement.
- Supported emotional regulation, behaviour management, and safety for children demonstrating physical, emotional, and impulsive behaviours, including managing meltdowns and absconding risks.
- Planned and facilitated group therapy programs targeting social skills, emotional regulation, fine motor, and gross motor development.
- Collaborated with families, teachers, and allied health professionals to coordinate care, conduct joint sessions, and support generalisation of therapy goals.
- Provided parent education and developed practical, individualised strategies to promote carryover of therapy in home and school environments.
- Managed clinical documentation, including assessments, progress reports, file notes, individual service plans, and NDIS reporting.
- Performed key administrative tasks to support daily clinic operations, including appointment scheduling, payment processing, referral management, and maintaining clinical databases.
- Consistently achieved a Key Performance Indicator (KPI) of 25 billable hours per week while maintaining high-quality, client-centred care.
Allied Health Assistant
The OT and Speech Centre
- Planned and implemented client-centred OT interventions, ensuring a focus on individualised care.
- Organised collaborative and creative sessions with families to enhance patient goals and provide ongoing support.
- Managed documentation with accuracy, including progress notes and NDIS reports.
- Educated and motivated families, fostering a supportive environment for patient progress and goal achievement by developing meaningful resources and strategies.
- Participated in developing plans to meet daily care needs of patients.
- Assisted in structured therapeutic activities and supportive interactions with patients.
Habit Coach (Allied Health Assistant)
Everyday Independence
- Assisted participants in their everyday environment, making lasting impacts on their daily routines and enhancing client participation and independence.
- Collaborated with support and therapy teams to ensure consistent and high-quality care.
- Worked with individuals with disabilities to achieve therapy goals and improve quality of life.
- Drove measurable improvements in participants' daily functioning by aligning interventions with therapy goals and fostering independence in everyday activities.
- Meticulously documented case notes and led therapy sessions, ensuring seamless communication with allied health professionals.
Retail Assistant
Independent Living Specialist
- Maintained inventory, processed payments, and provided detailed product advice, significantly enhancing customer satisfaction.
- Managed store operations, ensuring cleanliness and efficient opening and closing procedures.
- Ordered stock and maintained optimal inventory levels, resulting in improved product availability.
- Delivered exceptional customer service by addressing needs and offering tailored equipment solutions.
Education
Bachelor of Occupational Therapy -
Australian Catholic University
North Sydney2024
Clinical Placement
The Junction Works
- Led sessions with empathy, using age-appropriate language and demonstrating cultural awareness.
- et realistic goals while fostering creativity effectively utilising limited resources.
- Exhibited cultural sensitivity, which enhanced participant engagement and satisfaction.
- Maximised resource efficiency through innovative and creative approaches.
- Achieved measurable improvements in participant satisfaction through empathetic leadership.
Westmead Hospital
- Developed clear, concise documentation for patient care, ensuring effective communication and understanding.
- Managed time, prioritised tasks, and organised workflows in a fast-paced acute setting.
- Conducted patient consultations, assessments, and collaborative goal setting to create tailored intervention plans.
- Implemented and reviewed intervention plans, ensuring successful discharge with necessary services and equipment.
- Fostered multidisciplinary teamwork to enhance patient care and outcomes.
- Improved patient care through comprehensive discharge planning and follow-up strategies.
The Children's Hospital Westmead
- Facilitated developmental milestones for children aged 0-12, enhancing their functional capacity.
- Administered, scored, and interpreted assessments such as Bayley's IV and the Ages and Stages Questionnaire.
- Designed and implemented sessions focusing on motor skills, self-care, sensory processing, and social skills.
- Collaborated with a multidisciplinary team to improve motor development, service access, and quality of life.
- Achieved measurable improvements in children's engagement and developmental progress.
Certification
- First Aid and CPR Certificate
- Working with Children check
- National Police check
- Palliative Care Education and Training PEPA
Timeline
Occupational Therapist
Grace Children’s Therapy
01.2025 - Current
Allied Health Assistant
The OT and Speech Centre
Habit Coach (Allied Health Assistant)
Everyday Independence
Retail Assistant
Independent Living Specialist
Bachelor of Occupational Therapy -
Australian Catholic University
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