Lisa Abrams
Denver,CO
Summary
Dedicated early childhood expert with over 15 years of experience in early intervention systems, specializing in program implementation, stakeholder engagement, and cross-functional collaboration. Proven success in translating complex developmental and family needs into scalable, outcomes-driven strategies that enhance service delivery and improve child outcomes. Committed to fostering inclusive environments that empower families and support children's growth and development. Proactive leader with a passion for driving positive change within the early childhood education sector.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Early Intervention Program Support Specialist & Clinician
Rocky Mountain Human Services
2023.05 - Current
- - Lead evaluation and onboarding of new provider agencies, conducting stakeholder meetings to assess alignment with program standards, service quality, and community needs prior to network inclusion
- - Partner with program leadership to implement evidence-based practices across early intervention services
- - Designed and launched a training program for 300+ subcontracted providers
- - Serve as a liaison between families, providers, and internal teams
- - Analyze child and provider data to inform service matching decisions
- - Facilitate professional development workshops and coaching sessions
- - Support IFSP processes and transitions
Pediatric Occupational Therapist
Square Peg Therapies
2022.07 - 2023.05
- - Delivered early intervention services and partnered with families
- - Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams
- - Educated caregivers on evidence-based practices
- - Assessed and adapted intervention plans
Pediatric Occupational Therapist
Infants & Toddlers Program — Montgomery County Public Schools
2009.04 - 2022.06
- - Developed and implemented 300+ IFSPs
- - Applied coaching-based service model
- - Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams
- - Led training sessions and workshops
Pediatric Occupational Therapist
Children’s National Medical Center
2004.06 - 2009.03
- - Provided outpatient therapy services
- - Partnered with families and educators
- - Delivered evidence-based interventions
Education
M.S. - Occupational Therapy
Rush University
B.S. - Psychology
University of Wisconsin–Madison
Graduate Certificate - Bilingual Special Education
George Washington University
Skills
- - Stakeholder Engagement & Client Relationship Management
- - Early Childhood Systems & Policy
- - Program Implementation & Evaluation
- - Cross-Functional Collaboration
- - Provider Network Development
- - Training & Facilitation
- - Process Improvement & Change Management
- - Data-Informed Decision Making
Certification
- - NBCOT Registered Occupational Therapist
- - Certified Autism Specialist
- - Infant Massage Therapist
Languages
Spanish
Professional Working
Timeline
Early Intervention Program Support Specialist & Clinician
Rocky Mountain Human Services
2023.05 - Current
Pediatric Occupational Therapist
Square Peg Therapies
2022.07 - 2023.05
Pediatric Occupational Therapist
Infants & Toddlers Program — Montgomery County Public Schools
2009.04 - 2022.06
Pediatric Occupational Therapist
Children’s National Medical Center
2004.06 - 2009.03
B.S. - Psychology
University of Wisconsin–Madison
Graduate Certificate - Bilingual Special Education
George Washington University
M.S. - Occupational Therapy
Rush University