Elias Kiwan

Head of occupational therapy department @ Intercare Health Center

About

I’m not your typical Head of Occupational Therapy—I’m a disruptor, innovator, and advocate for transformative care. At Intercare Health Center, I don’t just follow industry standards; I redefine them. By merging therapy with cutting-edge educational tech, I create inclusive, engaging spaces where students of determination thrive. I empower educators through hands-on workshops, reimagining learning with strategies that work. For me, therapy isn’t a routine—it’s a breakthrough. My mission? To challenge the norm, inspire change, and create a future where every child has the tools to succeed

Country

United Arab Emirates

City

Abu Dhabi Emirate

Industry

Hospital & Health Care

Skill

University Lecturing, Group Therapy, Early Childhood Development, Sensory Integration, E-Learning Development, Design, Performance Reviews, Statistics, Transition Management, Patient Counseling, Developmental Psychology, Data Collection, Educational Technology, Research Projects, Data Coding, Mental Health Counseling, Presentations, Coordinating Activities, Conference Presentations, Patient Safety

Experience

Head of occupational therapy department

Intercare Health Center

2023-10 - Present · 3 yrs

Abu Dhabi Emirate, United Arab Emirates

Occupational Therapist

Intercare Health Center

2021-12 - Present · 4 yrs 10 mos

Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates

Educational Technology Instructor

AUF

2021-4 - Present · 5 yrs 6 mos

Beirut, Lebanon

- Overseeing students and junior therapists, to demonstrate leadership and instructional capabilities. -Provide and develop Workshops about: - How to integrate technology in education. - How to use web 2.0 and 3.0 in classroom settings. - How to engage students with determination in the learning process. - Introduce various and numerous new e-learning tools for participants - Assist teachers and participants in developing their own educational platforms/websites.

Occupational Therapist

‎LWIS City International School

2018-9 - 2021-12 · 3 yrs 4 mos

Beirut, Lebanon

- Accurately assess students Needs. - Develop a therapy intervention plan. - Establish an efficient interdisciplinary relationship with teachers, Students and parents. - Provide class setting/environment adaptation. - Initiate workshops for Preschool and elementary teachers.

Occupational Therapist

Gouvernement Monaco

2017-8 - 2021-9 · 4 yrs 2 mos

Monaco

- Freelance occupational therapist (from july till September of each year) - worked with a teenagers on the autistic spectrum - Initiating a daily trips to boost their social communication skills - Liasing and coordinating with different workplace in order to promote social integration. - Promiting independent living through enhancing their daily life skills essential for transition into adulthood. (such as safely taking public transportation, using money management skills, promoting leisure activities)

Occupational Therapist

Lebanon Evangelical School for Boys and Girls

2014-5 - 2018-9 · 4 yrs 5 mos

Baabda District, Lebanon

- Assist and develop functional academic program for middle school and senior special needs students. - Assess students Needs and develop individualized educational program. - Provide Occupational therapy sessions with an interdisciplinary team. - Collaborate with teachers and school leaders to provide an adaptive environment.

Occupational Therapist

Balance Child Development Center ( Jeux clés)

2013-5 - 2018-9 · 5 yrs 5 mos

Mtaylib

- Work with interdisciplinary team in a clinical setting. - Assess client's skills and develop a customized individual therapy plan. - Collaborate with parents in order to provide a better therapy outcome for their kids.

Education

McMaster University Continuing Education

2022-3 - 2022-12 · 10 mos

OTepp has helped IEOTs from across Canada and around the world prepare for occupational therapy practice in Canada. Delivered through the School of Rehabilitation Science at McMaster University in Hamilton, Ontario

University of Alberta

Occupational Therapy/Therapist

2022-7 - 2022-9 · 3 mos

The Occupational Therapy Practice Course (OTPC) will build on the knowledge and support the journey to practice as an occupational Therapist working in Canada.