- Youth Development Programs
- Disability Policy
- Post Secondary Education for Individuals with Disabilities
- Disability Employment
- Adaptive Fitness
- Mindfulness Practices
Shannon M. Bevans
Orlando,FL
Summary
Transition Specialist with a track record of driving impactful results and delivering exceptional service through effective management of patient and client transitions. Recognized for collaborative approach, innovative thinking, and ability to adapt to changing needs. Possesses proven skills in providing patient-centered care, empowering youth and young adults with disabilities to master self-management and personal development. Excels in project development, client advocacy, and care coordination. Expertise extends to disability rights and unique needs of medically complex individuals with chronic medical conditions.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Licensed Clinical Social Worker/Transition Coordinator
Arnold Palmer Hospital
10.2016 - Current
- Responsible for transition readiness preparation for patients in the Spina Bifida Program
- Assesses and educates patients and their families on transition readiness.
- Facilitates care coordination for patients aging out of the Pediatric Spina Bifida Program & patients with other chronic medical conditions.
- Assists patients with benefits navigation (SSI/ SSDI/ Medicaid).
- Coordinates resources for disabled youth including employment and independent living.
- Collaborates with state and local governments on policies that affect the Disability Community including Home and Community Service (HCBS) Waivers
- Serves as liaison between pediatric and adult healthcare systems to facilitate integration and transfer of care
- Provides social and emotional support to patients and their families
- Follows pediatric patients to adult care, serves as advocate.
- Partners with adult providers to properly care for medically complex patients
- Developed a comprehensive transition curriculum that promoted self-advocacy skills, decision-making abilities, and social-emotional growth among patients
- Monitored patient progress throughout the transition period, making adjustments to plans and support strategies as needed.
- Collaborated with community partners to provide additional resources and support for transitioning youth.
- Provided extensive support to patients and helped with acclimation to new settings.
- Connected patients and families with relevant community resources such as disability support services, tutoring services or counseling centers to further support successful transitions outside of the medical setting.
Program Director
Spina Bifida Association of Central Florida
08.2016 - 05.2018
- Responsible for the creation, development, and implementation of life skill programs
- Taught life skills to disabled youth including Activity of Daily Living (ADL’s) employment readiness and social skills
- Coordinated resources to financially disadvantaged individuals with Spina Bifida
- Assisted in providing resources including medical financial assistance, food and shelter
- Served as liaison between the chapter and clinic
- Facilitated support groups for youth, young adults, and caregivers
- Organized stakeholder meetings to gather feedback and align program objectives with community interests.
- Provided ongoing direction and leadership for program operations.
- Advanced community outreach efforts by forging strong relationships with local partners.
Youth Transition Specialist
Ability Connection Colorado
06.2014 - 07.2016
- Created and Implemented Life Skill Transition Program for individuals with disabilities
- Mentored for at risk youth in the Ready to Achieve Mentoring Program
- Advocated for disabled individuals in employment and education settings
- Assessed for appropriate accommodations for disabled youth in the school system
- Collaborated with educators to formulate Individual Education Plans
- Supervised Bachelor level social work interns for completion of their social work curriculum
- Worked with the Institute of Educational Leadership (IEL) and Office of Disability Employment Policy (ODEP) in Washington, DC for non -profit program implementation
- Evaluated progress throughout the transition process, making necessary adjustments to ensure successful outcomes.
- Worked with individuals to help understand and overcome personal, social or behavioral problems affecting educational or vocational situations.
- Implemented change management strategies which reduced employee resistance during critical organizational transitions.
- Streamlined communication between stakeholders, resulting in more efficient collaboration during the transition period.
Education
Master of Social Work -
University of Denver
Denver, CO06.2013
Bachelor of Social Work -
Colorado State University
Fort Collins, CO12.2011
Skills
- Strong Leadership Abilities
- Education in Transition Readiness Strategies & Transition Planning
- Program Development
- Advocacy for Disability Rights
- Utilizing Community Resources
- Trauma Counseling Trauma Informed Care and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
- Assessment Skills
- Comprehensive Case Management
Leadership & Accomplishments
- Subject Matter Expert- Social Work, Harvard Medical School National Care Coordination Academy, 01/01/22, 01/01/24
- Board of Directors, Spina Bifida Association of Central Florida, 01/01/20, Present
- Faculty Lecturer, Transition Extension for Community Health Outcomes, 03/01/21, 03/01/24
- Co-Innovator/ Developer/ Content Writer, Pediatric to Adult Care Transitions (PACT), 06/01/19, Present
Affiliations
- American Academy of Pediatrics
- Spina Bifida Association of America
- Spina Bifida Association of Florida
Certification
- Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) - Association of Social Work Boards. Florida Department of Health
- Interpersonal Trauma Certification
Interests
Timeline
Licensed Clinical Social Worker/Transition Coordinator
Arnold Palmer Hospital
10.2016 - Current
Program Director
Spina Bifida Association of Central Florida
08.2016 - 05.2018
Youth Transition Specialist
Ability Connection Colorado
06.2014 - 07.2016
- Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) - Association of Social Work Boards. Florida Department of Health
- Interpersonal Trauma Certification
Master of Social Work -
University of Denver
Bachelor of Social Work -
Colorado State University
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