SHANNON VAN DEVENER
Arvada,CO
Summary
MSW student with 400 hours field experience in school social work. Experienced in strengths based interventions, crisis management and a client centered approach. Self-directed student eager to gain skills in the clinical environment.
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
Work History
Intern
Jefferson County Open School
Lakewood, CO
10.2025 - Current
- Facilitated psychosocial groups related to body image and relationships with female identifying 6th graders; as well as suicide prevention with 6th-8th graders.
- Facilitated restorative conferences between students grades 1-12.
- Crisis management during periods of on-call, and as needed when not on-call.
- Managed case load of 15 general education and students with an IEP ranging from Pre-K through 8th grade, providing support in accessing education on both a regular and as needed basis.
- Performed suicide and non-suicidal self injury screeners.
- Collected and compiled social and emotional learning (SEL) data from staff and students Pre-K through 12th grade.
- Problem solved with the mental health team around school-wide issues, as well as specific caseload concerns.
Paraprofessional, Mental Health Team
Jefferson County Open School
Lakewood, CO
08.2024 - Current
- Provide regularly scheduled classroom breaks to 3 students on Behavior Intervention Plans (BIP) and Individualized Education Plans (IEP).
- Co-regulate with students experiencing dysregulation, especially those on BIPs and IEPs until mental health provider is available.
- Assist LCSW with Social Emotional Learning Skills group for sixth-grade female students focusing on self-esteem and friendships.
Paraprofessional, Elementary
Jefferson County Open School
Lakewood, CO
01.2024 - 05.2024
- Assisted with reading intervention plans, following the school-based intervention curriculum for 3 students.
- Worked with small reading groups within the 3rd-grade classroom.
- Supervised the lunchroom for grades K-6.
- Supervised recess for grades K-6.
- Provided preschool classroom support when understaffed.
- Fill in support in grades Pre-K through 6th when needed.
Teacher, Older Toddler Room
Parents Day Out
Lakewood, CO
01.2010 - 01.2016
- Planned and implemented experiential play for 15 toddlers in the classroom.
- Maintained safety in the classroom through explicit rules and positive reinforcement.
- Followed local and state health and safety protocols.
- Collaborated with parents, teachers, and director to create a safe, supportive, and nurturing environment and provide continuity between classroom and home.
Family Service Worker
RMSER Head Start
Denver, CO
01.2002 - 01.2007
- Enrolled qualified families into the program and provided support for regular attendance.
- Developed and maintained professional relationships with parents of preschoolers.
- Collaborated with parents to assess basic family needs and provide resources and assistance in obtaining assistance, and meeting personal goals (finding housing, employment, education, etc.)
- Collaborated with classroom teachers and health services to provide support to children and families with special needs.
- Planned and carried out monthly parent meetings to provide education on the social/emotional development of children and facilitate community building among parents.
Preschool Teacher, Family Literacy Coordinator
Southwest Family Centers
Denver, CO
01.1997 - 01.2002
- Planned and implemented experiential play in the classroom, including sensory activities, crafts, role play, manipulative play, music and movement, large motor play, and outdoor play for preschool-aged children.
- Developed and maintained professional relationships with parents of preschoolers.
- Purchased and supported implementation of curriculum and classroom supplies for ECE teachers, GED, and ESL teachers as the coordinator.
- Met with teachers to collaborate across programs, provide support as needed, review plans, provide training, etc.
- Maintained personnel records and submitted payroll.
Education
MSW - Social Work
University of Denver
Denver, CO06-2027
B.A. - Psychology
University of Northern Colorado
Greeley, CO08.1997
Diploma - undefined
Gateway High School
Aurora, CO05.1993
Skills
- Strengths-based approach
- Community engagement
- Patient centered
- Interpersonal skills
- Computer skills
- Reiki practitioner
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Intern
Jefferson County Open School
10.2025 - Current
Paraprofessional, Mental Health Team
Jefferson County Open School
08.2024 - Current
Paraprofessional, Elementary
Jefferson County Open School
01.2024 - 05.2024
Teacher, Older Toddler Room
Parents Day Out
01.2010 - 01.2016
Family Service Worker
RMSER Head Start
01.2002 - 01.2007
Preschool Teacher, Family Literacy Coordinator
Southwest Family Centers
01.1997 - 01.2002
Diploma - undefined
Gateway High School
MSW - Social Work
University of Denver
B.A. - Psychology
University of Northern Colorado