JESSICA KEMBLE-BATES
Norfolk
Summary
Compassionate Occupational Therapist with experience in diverse clinical settings, specializing in developing and implementing customized treatment plans for individuals of all ages. Skilled in patient assessment, therapeutic intervention, and adaptive strategies to enhance daily living skills. Demonstrated ability to foster positive outcomes through effective communication, teamwork, and innovative problem-solving techniques. Successfully improved the client's quality of life by maximizing independence and functionality in previous roles.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Pediatric Occupational Therapist
My Pediatric OT Services
Walpole
01.2016 - 01.2025
Assessed pediatric clients from birth to 22 years of age, using strengths-based methodology, as well as standardized assessment tools.
Encouraged caregivers as integral participants in therapeutic processes across home, clinic, and community environments.
Utilized both direct care and coaching models to best support the development of short-term and long-term goals.
Pediatric Occupational Therapist
Thom Neponset Valley Early Intervention
Norwood
01.2013 - 01.2025
Senior Pediatric Occupational Therapist
Kristen Lindgren, LLC
Newton
01.2022 - 01.2024
Collaborated in multidisciplinary team meetings to optimize care delivery for each child.
Provided mentorship to colleagues, including those from other disciplines (SLP, PT).
Supervised level I, Level II, and captsone students from universities in Massachusetts
Coordinated efforts with academic partners to support family-centered research
Pediatric Occupational Therapist
Massachusetts General Hospital
Boston
01.2019 - 01.2022
- Currently Per diem
Owner and Pediatric Occupational Therapy Provider
Going Places OT
Norfolk
01.2018 - 01.2019
Pediatric Occupational Therapist
The League School of Greater Boston
Walpole
01.2012 - 01.2013
Pediatric Occupational Therapist
OT Connection
Pflugerville
01.2008 - 01.2011
Service Coordinator/Occupational Therapist
Pride Early Childhood Intervention
Round Rock
01.2005 - 01.2011
Education
Bachelor of Science - Occupational Therapy
Quinnipiac University
Hamden, CTSkills
- Feeding therapy and SOS approach
- Early intervention and IFSP development
- Sensory integration and regulation
- Neurodiversity strength-based strategies
- Trauma-informed care
- Telehealth implementation
- Multidisciplinary collaboration
- Family and caregiver training
- IEP and IFSP implementation
- Program development and protocol design
Key Accomplishments
Designed feeding therapy programs for children transitioning from NICU to outpatient settings., Developed and delivered in-home feeding therapy sessions, addressing complex feeding challenges., Created and managed Individualized Family Service Plans (IFSPs) to support developmental goals., Conducted standardized assessments (e.g., Battelle Developmental Inventory, Peabody Developmental Motor Scales, Developmental Assessment of Young Children, 2nd ed.) to determine eligibility of services., Co-led SOS-based feeding groups for children with feeding challenges including data collection to measure progress., Provided sensory-based treatments using evidence-based approaches such as Ayers Sensory Integration, The Alert Program, and Therapeutic Listening., Co-led groups utilizing social-emotional curricula like Social Thinking and Zones of Regulation, Alert Program, Interoceptive Curriculum., Integrated sensory-rich activities into classroom environments to support students' learning and emotional regulation., Utilized sensory based questionnaires including The Sensory Profile series and The Sensory Processing Measure., Served as the lead occupational therapist for multidisciplinary pediatric clinics, including Down Syndrome and Feeding Clinics., Supported Level I and Level II fieldwork students and capstone projects associated with Boston University (BU) and Massachusetts Institute of Health Care Professionals (MIHP) to further skill development., Engaged in role as guest speaker for an entry level speech language pathology college level course affiliated with Massachusetts Institute of Health Care Professionals (MIHP) addressing pediatric feeding challenges., Collaborated with outside vendors to support home modification and equipment as needed., Developed and designed therapeutic space for optimum treatment flow while adhering to safety protocols in an outpatient clinic., Led department meetings to discuss program planning, safety protocols, facility documentation and development., Implemented tele-health services to provide occupational therapy and caregiver training remotely utilizing various platforms including but not limited to Zoom, Google Meet, Microsoft Teams., Presented quarterly evidence-based in-services in a tele-health setting., Developed and utilized adaptive technology, including environmental control units and assistive devices, to improve patient independence.
Certifications And Licensure
- Certified and Registered by NBCOT, #1050918
- Licensed Occupational Therapist in Massachusetts, #7960
- Certified SOS Approach to Feeding Instructor
- Certified in CPR and First Aid
- AOTA Member
- Massachusetts Occupational Therapy Association member (MOTA)
Timeline
Senior Pediatric Occupational Therapist
Kristen Lindgren, LLC
01.2022 - 01.2024
Pediatric Occupational Therapist
Massachusetts General Hospital
01.2019 - 01.2022
Owner and Pediatric Occupational Therapy Provider
Going Places OT
01.2018 - 01.2019
Pediatric Occupational Therapist
My Pediatric OT Services
01.2016 - 01.2025
Pediatric Occupational Therapist
Thom Neponset Valley Early Intervention
01.2013 - 01.2025
Pediatric Occupational Therapist
The League School of Greater Boston
01.2012 - 01.2013
Pediatric Occupational Therapist
OT Connection
01.2008 - 01.2011
Service Coordinator/Occupational Therapist
Pride Early Childhood Intervention
01.2005 - 01.2011
Bachelor of Science - Occupational Therapy
Quinnipiac University