Shanina Smith
Derby,CT
Summary
Professional with expertise in supporting patients through tailored therapy plans. Skilled in patient assessment, therapeutic interventions, and progress evaluation. Strong focus on collaboration and achieving results, adaptable to changing needs. Known for empathy, effective communication, and problem-solving in clinical settings.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Occupational Therapist
03.2019 - Current
- Documented patient progress accurately and efficiently, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members for comprehensive patient care and optimal results.
- Promoted independence in activities of daily living through task analysis, environmental adaptations, and compensatory techniques.
- Provided interventions and treatments to improve patient abilities to perform daily activities, manage symptoms and prevent injury.
- Participated in continuing education opportunities to stay current with industry trends and best practices in occupational therapy.
- Improved patient outcomes by implementing individualized treatment plans and monitoring progress.
Student Teacher, Preschool
08.2024 - 05.2025
- Created a safe atmosphere for self-expression by promoting open communication between students and staff members alike.
- Supported the lead teacher in managing classroom behavior through positive reinforcement techniques, fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Organized activities to teach preschool children foundational learning skills such as letters and numbers.
- Guided students to develop social, emotional and physical skills.
- Organized and supervised large and small group activities.
- Awarded the ECED Certificate
- Modeled positive behavior and communication skills for students.
- Led small group instruction sessions tailored toward specific skill-building objectives within various subject areas such as literacy or math fundamentals.
- Integrated multicultural perspectives into daily lessons highlighting diversity while fostering empathy and cultural awareness.
Education
Associate of Science - Early Childhood Care And Education
Naugatuck Valley Community College
Waterbury, CT05-2025
Associate of Applied Science - Occupational Therapy
Lincoln College of New England
05-2018
Skills
- Family and patient education
- Clinical reasoning
- Interdisciplinary collaboration
- Direct patient care
- Sensory integration
- Therapeutic techniques
- Intervention planning
- Goal setting experience
- Activity analysis
Timeline
Student Teacher, Preschool
08.2024 - 05.2025
Occupational Therapist
03.2019 - Current
Associate of Science - Early Childhood Care And Education
Naugatuck Valley Community College
Associate of Applied Science - Occupational Therapy
Lincoln College of New England
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