Jesse Ausec

Jesse Ausec is a Lecturer in the Occupational Therapy Department at Lenoir-Rhyne University since 2023, following a 2019-2023 tenure as an Adjunct Professor teaching diverse courses. With over 12 years of clinical experience in pediatric settings, he specializes in autism spectrum disorder, sensory integration, and pediatric trauma/attachment disorders.

• Education:
  • M.S., Occupational Therapy, Brenau University
  • B.S., Exercise and Sport Science, University of Georgia
  • Currently pursuing Post-Professional Occupational Therapy Doctorate at Medical University of South Carolina

Ausec holds leadership roles in the South Carolina Occupational Therapy Association (SCOTA) and American Occupational Therapy Association (AOTA). His ongoing capstone project at Medical University of South Carolina focuses on professional development frameworks for occupational therapy practitioners.

Residing in Beaufort, SC, he balances family life with outdoor activities and ultramarathon running.