Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
Timeline
Generic

Annika Hufnagel

Edmonton,AB

Summary

I have developed strong skills in client-centered care, leadership, and communication through my placements and extracurricular activities. At Community Aids for Independent Living, I gained expertise in assistive technology, funding, and advocacy. My placements at Wascana Rehabilitation Centre and Holy Family Catholic School allowed me to work independently with clients and students, refining my therapeutic use of self, charting, and communication skills.

Beyond healthcare, I have demonstrated leadership through collegiate volleyball at the University of Regina, mentoring at Cougars Volleyball Camps, fundraising for Adopt a Cougar, and leading the Huskie 18U Club Team to a provincial gold medal. These experiences have strengthened my leadership, organizational, and communication abilities.

Overview

2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Level 2 Fieldwork Student

Holy Family Catholic School
01.2025 - 02.2025
  • Worked with a diverse group of students, addressing a variety of diagnoses through comprehensive assessments and school-based interventions tailored to individual needs.
  • Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams, including teachers, learning assistance teachers, educational assistants, principals, occupational therapists, physiotherapists, and speech-language pathologists, to develop and implement client-centered interventions aimed at optimizing student success.
  • Applied sensory regulation strategies, provided appropriate equipment, and conducted individualized assessments to address both personal and classroom needs for students across various developmental and cognitive levels.
  • Developed and implemented strategies for improving students’ participation in academic tasks, social interactions, and daily school routines.
  • Assisted in the development of Individualized Education Plans (IEPs), ensuring that interventions and accommodations aligned with students’ learning goals.
  • Provided training and support to educational staff on the integration of therapeutic strategies within the classroom setting to enhance student engagement and promote inclusion.
  • Monitored and evaluated the effectiveness of interventions, making necessary adjustments to maximize student outcomes.
  • Fostered a positive and inclusive learning environment by establishing strong relationships with students and providing consistent, compassionate support.

Level 1 Fieldwork Student

Wascana Rehabilitation Centre
05.2024 - 06.2024
  • At Wascana Rehabilitation Centre, I was in the Hand Therapy Program, working with a diverse client population and various conditions.
  • Performed evaluations and assessments to recommend the best treatment for individual patients.
  • Independently conducted initial assessments and follow-up sessions with clients.
  • Developed comprehensive reports detailing fieldwork outcomes, ensuring accurate documentation for future reference and analysis.
  • Demonstrated strong communication skills while presenting findings to supervisors and peers, fostering better team collaboration.
  • Established compassionate and caring relationships with patients.
  • Refined my charting and communication skills.
  • Developed my therapeutic use of self.
  • Participated in ongoing educational opportunities to stay current on best practices, enhancing overall clinical capabilities.


Student Fieldwork Placement

Community Aids for Independant Living (AADL)
11.2023 - 11.2023
  • My first placement was at Community Aids for Independent Living in Edmonton, Alberta, where I gained valuable experience in assistive technology and devices. I became familiar with the processes of funding and learned the importance of advocacy in supporting clients to achieve optimal health, wellness, and safety.
  • This placement involved home assessments and equipment provision.
  • This experience strengthened my understanding of how tailored solutions can empower individuals and improve their quality of life.

Undergraduate Student Placement

Regina Community Clinic
01.2023 - 05.2023
  • Gained knowledge in counseling, motivation techniques, and exercise prescription for people with conditions affecting metabolic, musculoskeletal, cardiac, and mental health.
  • ·Created and modified exercise programs for individuals who have a variety of health conditions.
  • Involved in staff meetings, budget preparations, and public marketing.
  • Lead individual and group exercise classes ensuring activity selections are geared to the specific needs of participants.
  • Lead initial and follow-up appointments with clients.
  • Developed a pre-natal exercise and educational exercise program.
  • Collaborated with different health professionals including dieticians, counselors, doctors, and nurses to determine the best interventions to meet clients’ needs.

Education

Bachelor of Kinesiology - Human Kinetics

University of Regina
Regina
06-2023

Bachelor of Science -

Iowa Western Community College
Iowa
01-2019

High School Diploma -

Melfort And Unit Comprehensive Collegiate
Melfort
06-2018

Skills

  • Teamwork and collaboration
  • Leaderships
  • Problem-solving
  • Time management & attention to detail
  • Excellent communication
  • Adaptability and flexibility
  • Goal setting experience
  • Documentation
  • Professionalism

Certification

  • Advanced Caregiver Centered Care Training Domain D: Fostering Resilience in Family Caregivers [2025]
  • Advanced Caregiver Centered Care Training Domain E: Navigating Health & Social Systems and Accessing Resources Certificate [2025]
  • Foundational Caregiver Centered Care Education Certificate [2025]
  • Edmonton Frail Scale (EFS) Training Certificate [2025]
  • BLS Level CPR [2024]
  • Covenant Health Behavior Training Module Certificate [2024]
  • Protecting Patients from Sexual Abuse and Misconduct [2024]
  • AHS Respectful Workplaces Learning Module Certificate [2023]
  • AHS PPE Learning Module Certificate [2023]
  • Montreal Cognitive Assessment (MoCA) Certified [2023]
  • N96 Certification [2023]


Timeline

Level 2 Fieldwork Student

Holy Family Catholic School
01.2025 - 02.2025

Level 1 Fieldwork Student

Wascana Rehabilitation Centre
05.2024 - 06.2024

Student Fieldwork Placement

Community Aids for Independant Living (AADL)
11.2023 - 11.2023

Undergraduate Student Placement

Regina Community Clinic
01.2023 - 05.2023

Bachelor of Kinesiology - Human Kinetics

University of Regina

Bachelor of Science -

Iowa Western Community College

High School Diploma -

Melfort And Unit Comprehensive Collegiate

Similar Profiles

CREATE PROFILE
Annika Hufnagel