Shannon Wichman
Smithtown,NY
Summary
Compassionate Occupational Therapist with a proven track record at Developmental Disabilities Institute, DDI, enhancing motor and life skills along with sensory processing abilities in students with a variety of developmental disabilities. Expert in intervention planning and progress monitoring, I excel in collaborative environments, achieving significant student success through innovative individualized therapy plans and ethical practice.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Occupational Therapist
Developmental Disabilities Institute, DDI
2017.03 - Current
- Provide CSE services for students ages 5-22 with a variety of developmental disabilities including ASD and Down Syndrome
- Enhance student motor skills by implementing customized therapy plans tailored to individual needs.
- Provide ongoing progress monitoring, making necessary adjustments to ensure continued progress toward established goals.
- Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams for optimal student success and growth in their educational journey.
- Implement evidence-based therapeutic interventions to improve fine motor skills necessary for daily living tasks such as writing or using utensils during meals.
- Assist students in developing self-regulation strategies, resulting in increased participation during class activities.
- Consult with parents and caregivers regularly, offering guidance on how to reinforce therapy strategies at home for maximum benefit.
- Work closely with special education teachers and behavior support staff, integrating therapeutic strategies into lesson plans for a cohesive approach to learning support services.
- Develop and implement classroom accommodations to ensure equal access to educational opportunities for students with disabilities.
- Perform evaluations and assessments to recommend best treatment for individual patients.
- Determine best treatment plans to meet objectives for school, work, and home life.
Contract Occupational Therapist
New York Therapy Placement Services, Inc
2014.09 - 2017.03
- Provided CSE services within the Smithtown and South Country school districts as well as CPSE services for students at Reach for the Stars Preschool in Ridge, NY.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for optimal student success and growth in their educational journey.
- Provided ongoing progress monitoring, making necessary adjustments to ensure continued progress toward established goals.
- Participated in professional development opportunities, staying current on best practices within the field of occupational therapy.
- Improved students' sensory processing abilities through the design and implementation of targeted interventions.
- Promoted inclusive learning environments by providing resources and support to teachers and staff members.
- Conducted comprehensive evaluations to accurately identify students' strengths and areas for improvement.
Education
Master of Science - Occupational Therapy
Misericordia University
Dallas, PA05.2014
Skills
- Activity analysis
- Fine Motor Skills
- Life Skills
- Self-care strategies
- Sensory Integration
- Ethical Practice
- Goal setting experience
- Intervention Planning
- Data Analysis
- Progress Monitoring
Timeline
Occupational Therapist
Developmental Disabilities Institute, DDI
2017.03 - Current
Contract Occupational Therapist
New York Therapy Placement Services, Inc
2014.09 - 2017.03
Master of Science - Occupational Therapy
Misericordia University
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