Maggie Rolf

Major: Kinesiology and Health
Minor/option/emphasis: Child, Adult, and Family Services
Company/Organization: Axis ABA Therapy and Support Services
Company/Organization website: axisaba.com
Destination: Ankeny, Iowa
Timeframe: Spring 2021
Advisor/Coordinator Email: dpower

Responsibilities

- Observe and assist in Occupational Therapy sessions - Create materials for Occupational Therapy sessions - Identify and create materials for specific goal areas (visual perception, fine motor precision, etc.) - Independently lead Occupational Therapy sessions with OT supervision - Observe collaboration between services - Lead Social Skills Group

Accomplishments

My greatest accomplishment was independently leading an Occupational Therapy session.

Learning experience

I learned the importance of creating relationships with clients and staff, professionalism, and being confident in sessions.

What advice would you give?

My advice would be to stay positive and optimistic when searching for an internship. It can be difficult to find one but keep your head up and the right one will come along.

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