Tiffany Wasnig
Rye,VIC
Summary
I am a highly organised, self-motivated individual with multiple years of experience in the health services and education systems. Previously, I also worked in the sports and leisure industry. I have a proven track record in excellent customer service, conflict resolution, time management and working with individuals from diverse backgrounds. My passion supporting people with physical and psychological disabilities to improve their quality of life, achieve their goals and ultimately achieve independence.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Occupational Therapist
Niddrie Autistic School
Niddrie, Victoria
10.2024 - Current
- As the only Occupational Therapist, I work on a referral consultative model in which I work with leading teachers and staff to prioritise students who require support with sensory/emotional regulation tools, gross and fine motor skills, activities of daily living such as toileting and feeding and more.
- Assessed student capabilities and sensory processing needs using standardised evaluation tools and observations.
- Implemented sensory integration techniques to improve student's self regulation skills and engagement within their individualised learning program
- Collaborated with teachers and parents to support student progress and goals.
- Developed tailored OT plans to enhance functional skills and independence.
Disability Inclusion Worker
Extended Families Australia
01.2019 - Current
- I work with clients with a range of disabilities including Autism Spectrum Disorder, Psychological Disorders, Intellectual Disabilities and Cerebral Palsy.
- I support clients and their families within their home environment and to access their communities.
- I support clients to gain their independence so they can take part in their occupational roles.
Occupational Therapist
Jacana School for Autism
01.2021 - 11.2024
- I regularly consult with classroom staff regarding Occupational Therapy strategies and interventions such as sensory processing and emotional regulation strategies, fine and gross motor skills, self-care tasks, equipment prescription and interventions to support students' engagement within their learning program.
- I regularly consult with parents and external therapists/ care teams regarding students' progress.
- I work in collaboration with classroom Speech Pathologists and learning to be more proficient in AAC devices such as communication boards, communication books, Prolo2go, PODD, LAMP and more.
- I provide professional development sessions to staff in areas that require upskilling such as sensory processing strategies.
- I constantly keep accurate and relevant file notes for individual students and perform administrative duties.
- I regularly mentor new graduate Occupational Therapists and assist in Therapy Team management as the Senior Occupational Therapist.
Occupational Therapist
Sunshine Special Developmental School
01.2022 - 12.2022
- I consulted with classroom staff regarding Occupational Therapy strategies and interventions for students with a range of disabilities including Autism Spectrum Disorder, Down Syndrome, Cerebral Palsy and more.
- I consulted with parents and external therapists/ care teams regarding students' progress.
- I worked in collaboration with classroom Speech Pathologists and learning to be more proficient in AAC devices such as communication boards, Prolo2go, PODD, LAMP and more.
- I collaborated with school Physiotherapists in equipment prescription and manual handling tasks such as hoisting.
- I provided professional development sessions to staff in Occupational areas.
- I constantly keep accurate and relevant file notes for individual students and perform administrative duties.
Education
Bachelor of Applied Science -
La Trobe University
Masters - Occupational Therapy
La Trobe University
Skills
- Conflict Resolution skills
- Digital literacy/ computer skills
- Excellent verbal and written communication
- Time Management skills
- Critical thinking
- Leadership and teamwork
- Collaboration and rapport building with stakeholders
Clinical Placements
- William Ruthven Primary School, Supported students and teacher in Grade 2 in the classroom.
- Western Health Sunshine Hospital - Community Rehab, Developed understanding of National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS).
- Northern Health Bundoora Extended Care - GEM, Developed time management skills to manage case load.
- Adapt India - Online Parent Capacity Building Course, Collaborated with project sponsors from ADAPT India.
- Simone Ziemer Therapy - Paediatrics, Developed understanding of sensory processing and emotional regulation.
Professional Development
- Traffic Jam in My Brain Course
- Learn to Play Course
- Handwriting Without Tears Course
- Mental Health First Aid
- Conquering wees and poos the basics and beyond
- The Power of Attachment - Trauma Informed Approaches in Occupational Therapy
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Occupational Therapist
Niddrie Autistic School
10.2024 - Current
Occupational Therapist
Sunshine Special Developmental School
01.2022 - 12.2022
Occupational Therapist
Jacana School for Autism
01.2021 - 11.2024
Disability Inclusion Worker
Extended Families Australia
01.2019 - Current
Bachelor of Applied Science -
La Trobe University
Masters - Occupational Therapy
La Trobe University