Address:
Cranford, New Jersey
Type Of Business:
Cranford Township Public Schools
Expertise:
Specializing in Sensory Integration , Autism,
Major Product/SVS:
Registered and Licensed Occupational Therapy for Children Ages 3 through 18 with Varying Degrees of Disabilities, Teaching Experience with Master's Level Occupational Therapy Students
Favorite Business Publication:
American Journal of Occupational Therapy (AJOT); Pediatrics Specialty Newsletter
Hobbies/Sports:
Golf, Opera Performance
Education Degrees:
Pursuing Supervisory Certificate in Administration in Education, Kean University; Pursuing Doctrine in Education Administration, Walden University; Master's Degree in Biomedical Engineering, New Jersey Institute of Technology; Bachelor of Science in Occupational Therapy, Sargent at Boston University; Certified Provider of the Listening Program
Affiliations Awards:
New Jersey Occupational Therapy Association; American Occupational Therapy Association; National Council of Jewish Women; Hadassah; Recognized, 'Highly Successful' Office of Alumni Affairs, Boston University
Highlight of career?:
She feels that being able to teach at a college level, while maintaining clinical practice as an occupational therapist have added to her growth as a professional. In addition, her ability to serve as a supervisor and mentor to both her public school based students and future colleagues have allowed her to earn recognition amongst her professional peers. This along with her pursuit of her hobbies have left her well rounded and ready to face exciting challenges everyday.
Charity:
Chairwoman, 'Goodies for the Good Guys', NCJW, AOTA, NJOTA, Celebration Singers
Number Of Years In Profession:
18
Number Of Years In Current Position:
16
What Does He/She Attribute Success To:
She believes that her inner drive and teamwork, and her love of watching children progress have helped her to become successful in her career.
How Did They Get Involved In Profession:
While observing musicians in the Juliard School of Music, she learned that many musicians suffered from overuse syndrome. In an effort to integrate her love for music she pursued a career in occupational therapy with the hopes of rehabilitating their injuries and therefore making a difference in their lives. She held a position with the Director of Occupational Therapy specializing in acute rehabilitation and hand therapy at a local hospital before specializing in the pediatric population. Currently she concentrates her practice toward children with developmental delays and those diagnosed on the autistic spectrum.
Extended Bio Profile:
Ms. Olin is also an adjunct professor at Kean University. Within the next five years, she looks to continue to advance and receive additional certifications and she hopes to eventually rise to the position of Director of Special Services or Supervisor of Sciences.