CHELSEA S.

TOWNSEND
Permanent:
3209 Dover Road
Pompano Beach, FL 33062
(954) 942-7577

Present:
3 Hermann Museum Circle Drive Apt. 4118
Houston, TX 77004
E-mail: chelseastownsend@gmail.com
(954) 798-4426

EDUCATION
Texas Womans University, Houston TX
Masters of Occupational Therapy
University of Florida, Gainesville FL
College of Public Health and Health Professions
Major: Health SciencesPre Occupational Therapy
Minor: Educational Studies
Grade Point Average: 3.66

Expected Graduation: December 2016

Graduated: May 2014

EMPLOYMENT
UF Health Shands Rehab Hospital
June 2012 to May 2014
Supports therapy staff with transportation of patients, assists staff with therapeutic
interventions (occupational and physical therapy) for pediatric through geriatric
populations, and helps maintain the cleanliness and efficiency of the department operations
and services. Prepares equipment and supplies and assists with clerical activities as
assigned.
20+ hours per week
Private Handwriting Tutor
February 2012 to May 2012
Use sensory integration techniques, such as tactile, visual, auditory, and visuomotor perception
to improve handwriting skills of children who need additional help.
Sea Ranch Lakes Physical Therapy Plus by the Sea
May 2011 to August 2011
Receptionist and physical therapist assistant. Recorded patient files and health information,
clerical duties, prepared equipment, and supplies inventory. Shadow and assist physical
therapists during patient treatment sessions.
Babysitter/Nanny
May 2006 to Present
Started a self-run babysitter and nanny service for various local clients; parenting roles.
INVOLVEMENT
American Occupational Therapy Association (AOTA)
August 2014 to Present
Member
TWU Student Occupational Therapy Association (SOTA)
August 2014 to Present
Member
UF Student Occupational Therapy Association (SOTA)
August 2011 to May 2014
Member 2011, Fundraising Chair 2012-2013, Fundraising Chair 2013-2014
Participate in health fairs, student group expositions, public visual displays, and community
service to promote the knowledge of occupational therapy.
Fundraising chair and executive board member for Fall Festival benefiting Special Olympics
Young Athletes Program Balance 180- 2013
Fundraising chair and executive board member for Kick it for the Kids at Camp Boggy Creek, a
student-run kickball tournament benefiting Camp Boggy Creek- 2012
Recruitment and fundraising position for Giddy Up Gators 5K benefiting Horses Helping People
(HOPE)- 2011
Health Science Student Organization (HSSO), Member
August 2012 to May 2014
Interact with fellow health science students through a student-mentoring program. Engage in
community outreach and service events such as Camp Boggy Creek, wheelchair basketball,
Special Olympics Balance 180, Noahs Endeavor, and Top Soccer.

CHELSEA S. TOWNSEND
Permanent:
3209 Dover Road
Pompano Beach, FL 33062
(954) 942-7577

Present:
3 Hermann Museum Circle Drive Apt. 4118
Houston, TX 77004
E-mail: chelseastownsend@gmail.com
(954) 798-4426

INVOLVEMENT CONT
Impact Autism, Member
August 2012 to May 2014
Promote autism awareness in the community through service activities such as Stomp the
Swamp for Autism a run/walk around UFs stadium to raise money for autism awareness and
Kids Day Out respite care for local parents who have children with autism.
SERVICE
Lamp Post Therapy Center, Volunteer
August 2011 to May 2014
Assists a pediatric occupational therapist who specializes in sensory integration for children with
sensory processing disorder, and other diagnoses including ADHD, ADD, Autism, learning
disabilities, and developmental delays.
3-5 hours per week
Surfers for Autism, Volunteer
April 2008 to Present
Volunteer at monthly events that use surfing to stimulate cognitive, social, and motor skills of
children with autism. These events raise support and awareness of autism spectrum disorder.
Teach autistic children the fundamentals of surfing, organize surf sessions, and assist children
and parents with equipment.
Hands to Love Hand Camp, Camp Counselor
March 2012, March 2013, April 2014
Assist and support children with upper limb differences, and empower them to achieve their
goals through a weekend sleep away camp offering a ropes course, archery, crafts and other
activities.
Balance180 Special Olympics Florida Young Athletes, Volunteer
August 2012 to May 2014
Teach innovative gymnastics and related sports to children with varying abilities and needs.
Baby Gator Child Development and Research Center, Volunteer
September to December 2011
Play, read, and interact with children ages 6 weeks to 5 years in the classroom, on the
playground, and during meals, snacks, and rest time. Assist teachers when needed.
AWARDS
Mary Bryan & Tom C. Reitch Scholarship
August 2014 to May 2015
Received instate tuition at Texas Womans University for Fall and Spring 2014
City of Pompano Beach Blanche Ely Scholarship
August 2010 to May 2014
Four year full academic scholarship to attend a Florida University
Craftsman/NSTA Young Inventors Program
September 2005
Inventor of the Surf Rider, a device used to help children carry a longboard surfboard
National finalist; awarded a $5,000.00 savings bond
EXTRA CURRICULAR ACTIVITIES
Surf Club, Competitor/Member
August 2010 to May 2014
Compete in surfing competitions on a collegiate level. In addition to service events such as
Surfers for Autism and beach clean ups.
Sisters of the Sea, Member/Instructor/Competitor
August 2011 to May 2014
Competitor and instructor in an all girls club that teaches the fundamentals of surfing,
skateboarding, and wakeboarding.
Wakeboarding Club, Competitor/Member
August 2011 to May 2014
Member and competitor of UFs collegiate wakeboard team.
Aerial Dance Club, Performer
August 2012 to May 2014
Perform acrobatics on silk cloths that hang from the ceiling, similar to cirque du soleil.