Jenilyn Byce
Summary
Occupational therapist with hands-on experience adept at fostering client independence through effective communication and a client-centered approach. Proven ability to collaborate with interdisciplinary teams, conduct comprehensive assessments, and implement tailored interventions, enhancing overall client wellbeing and quality of life.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Mental Health & Substance Use - Student-Led
Surrey Mental Health & Substance Use Centre
03.2025 - 05.2025
- Educated clients on strategies for household management, executive functioning, and productivity to increase independence and quality of life.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for comprehensive patient care, improving overall health and wellbeing.
- Supported clients with various mental health concerns using ACT, motivational interviewing, behavioural activation, and the Independent Living Scale
Early Intervention - Role Emerging
Learn. Develop. Succeed.
02.2025 - 03.2025
- Conducted assessments (Sensory Profile, Beery VMI, M-FUN, M-ABC), wrote reports and provided recommendations for neurodivergent children
- Educated families on sensory regulation and fine motor development and taught self-regulation strategies to children
- Presented to families on sensory profiles and co-created a sensory toolkit with educators
Community and Home Health
Esquimalt & West Shore Health Units
11.2024 - 12.2024
- Assessed home safety and transfers for older adults, and seating for adults with complex mobility needs
- Wrote equipment justification letters and collaborated with others to create a resource for funding supports
- Provided interventions including SAIL exercises, equipment setup, and pressure management
Acute & ICU
Surrey Memorial Hospital
05.2024 - 06.2024
- Conducted cognitive assessments (MOCA), skin assessments,and wheelchair fittings; supported discharge planning and equipment prescription; and utilized FHA PIC tool
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for comprehensive patient care, improving overall health and wellbeing.
- Cultivated strong relationships with clinical supervisors throughout fieldwork placements, receiving constructive feedback that led to increased competence as an emerging practitioner.
Outpatient Neuro Rehab - Student-Led
Queen's Park Care Centre
01.2024 - 02.2024
- Completed various assessments (MOCA, Box & Blocks, Card Sort), conducted initial interviews, and developed treatment plans for adults post-stroke, brain injury, and with neurological conditions
- Delivered upper limb rehab (FES, GRASP), taught one-handed dressing strategies, and provided recommendations for memory strategies
- Developed strong rapport with clients through empathetic communication, fostering trust and collaboration in the therapeutic process.
Elementary Teacher, Kindergarten-Grade 4
Lethbridge School Division & New Westminster Schoo
01.2019 - 06.2023
- Fostered a positive atmosphere through inclusive education, clear expectations, and effective communication with students, parents, and staff.
- Evaluated student progress regularly, through formative assessments, to identify gaps and set goals, adjusting teaching strategies as needed for improved outcomes.
Education
Master of Occupational Therapy -
University of British Columbia
Vancouver, BC07-2025
Bachelor of Arts - English
University of Lethbridge
Lethbridge, AB12-2018
Bachelor of Education -
University of Lethbridge
Lethbridge, AB12-2018
Skills
- Therapeutic use of self
- Adaptable and flexible
- Relationship building
- Interdisciplinary collaboration
- Effective communication
- Self-motivated
Professional Development
- Acceptance & Commitment Therapy Training - June 2025
- Primitive Reflexes Explained - Mar. 2025
- Indigenous Cultural Safety Training - Dec. 2024
- Violence Prevention Training - Dec. 2023 & Oct. 2024
- ASIST - Oct. 2024
- Eating, Feeding, and Swallowing: Interprofessional Care Panel Session - Oct. 2023
Timeline
Mental Health & Substance Use - Student-Led
Surrey Mental Health & Substance Use Centre
03.2025 - 05.2025
Early Intervention - Role Emerging
Learn. Develop. Succeed.
02.2025 - 03.2025
Community and Home Health
Esquimalt & West Shore Health Units
11.2024 - 12.2024
Acute & ICU
Surrey Memorial Hospital
05.2024 - 06.2024
Outpatient Neuro Rehab - Student-Led
Queen's Park Care Centre
01.2024 - 02.2024
Elementary Teacher, Kindergarten-Grade 4
Lethbridge School Division & New Westminster Schoo
01.2019 - 06.2023
Master of Occupational Therapy -
University of British Columbia
Bachelor of Arts - English
University of Lethbridge
Bachelor of Education -
University of Lethbridge
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