Danielle Q. Goldstein
Foxboro
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
Work History
Consultant
EDUCATION RESOURCES INC.
Medfield
02.2023 - Current
- Conducted research on symposium topics, emphasizing the latest evidence-based clinical practices for infants and toddlers (ages 0–3).
- Conducted interviews with clinicians across the country to ensure alignment with the objectives of the Birth to Three Annual Symposium.
- Provided expert insight on symposium content, and partnered with the committee to address emerging trends in occupational, physical, and speech therapy.
- Facilitate online conference sessions by moderating presentations, managing participant inquiries, and chat interactions.
- Work collaboratively with team members to evaluate session effectiveness, and contribute to strategic planning initiatives aimed at fostering continuous improvement.
Senior Manager
BAMSI EARLY INTERVENTION (OTR/L, CEIS)
Brockton
03.2021 - Current
- Led a multidisciplinary team of clinical specialists to enhance the clinical integrity and educational needs of staff and program
- Facilitated the implementation of training sessions, developed evidence-based content, and collaborated within the team to ensure comprehensive training delivery.
- Supervise staff at all levels, including occupational therapists, physical therapists, and speech therapists.
- Oversee and facilitate multidisciplinary team meetings to ensure effective and equitable service delivery, while maximizing staff competencies.
- Analyze the clinical needs of staff, departments, and the overall program to provide a clinical standard of intervention to clients and families.
- Provide guidance to staff in designing specialty groups by advising on mission planning, curriculum development, organizational structure, and ensuring alignment with client-specific requirements.
- Assess team strengths and areas for development, and formulate strategies to enhance performance outcomes.
- Organized training sessions for staff focused on best practices in child development and therapy.
- Participated in the BAMSI RFR (Request for Response) application process, which is completed every 10 years.
- Team member in the DPH cyclical monitoring process to ensure that the EI program complies with federal and state regulations. Completed every five years.
- BAMSI Senior Leadership Team 2024-2026.
Owner/Clinician
PURE OT PEDIATRICS
Foxboro
01.2012 - Current
- Contracted directly through private insurance to provide OT services to infants and children in their natural environment.
- Administer screening tools, and utilize clinical observation and expertise to determine a plan of care, effective treatment strategies, and collaboration with caregivers.
- Enhanced community outreach through collaborations with pediatricians, the YMCA, public school systems, and private practitioners.
- Advocated for and collaborated with public school systems on IEP development for clients.
- Attend formal meetings to support families.
- Directly responsible for coding (ICD-10), billing (CPT), and authorizations for reimbursement.
- Managed a private practice budget.
- Cultivated key organizational relationships to develop a referral network of practitioners in the community.
Clinical Specialist-OT
BAMSI EARLY INTERVENTION (OTR/L, CEIS)
Brockton
03.2016 - 03.2021
- Directed clinical supervision for up to 6 staff members in OT and nursing departments.
- Supported diverse staff expertise in goal setting, planning, time management, and treatment implementation.
- Facilitated co-treatments, in-service training, and guided problem-solving during one-on-one sessions.
- Executed staff evaluations for clinical performance, program goals, and result tracking.
- Contributed as an active member of the clinical specialist team to establish best practices.
- Determined program needs and implemented effective improvement strategies.
- Ensured consistency across teams in documentation, communication, and program efficiency.
- Advocated for families within El program while liaising between families and service coordination.
Occupational Therapist
BROCKTON EARLY INTERVENTION
Brockton
01.1998 - 03.2016
- Developed a high level of clinical skills to treat infants and toddlers in the areas of infant massage, handling and facilitation techniques, feeding and oral motor development, sensory registration, processing and modulation, fine motor skills, medically fragile infants, and prematurity.
- Administer and interpret standardized evaluations, including the Battelle Developmental Inventory, 2nd ed. and the Michigan.
- Development of the IFSP to include caregiver concerns and outcomes, implementation of services, and transition to the public school system.
- Led groups including toddler language (18-36 months old), adult/child, feeding, and sensory.
- Taught staff through in-service training specific to occupational therapy and overall development.
Occupational Therapist
HASBRO CHILDREN'S HOSPITAL
Providence
01.2002 - 03.2005
- Provided direct occupational therapy to children aged 0-18 in an outpatient clinic.
- Administered standardized tests, developed treatment plans, and managed billing processes.
- Fabricated splints and managed burn care effectively.
- Evaluated and treated infants and children at bedside in acute care hospital setting.
- Participated actively in feeding team rounds, ensuring comprehensive follow-up care.
- Collaborated with nursing and social work teams to ensure continuity of care.
- Updated medical charts with therapeutic goals, progress notes, and discharge plans.
- Delivered hand therapy for pediatric patients per specific standardized protocols.
Education
Master of Education - Occupational Therapy
Springfield College
Springfield, MA01.1998
Bachelor of Science - Rehabilitation Services
Springfield College
Springfield, MA01.1997
Affiliations
AOTA professional member
Leadership Training
- Practical Finance and Organization Change Initiatives, Suffolk University, 2025
- Physical and Psychological Management Training, 2024
- BAMSI New and Emerging Leader Program, Brockton, MA, 2022-2023
- PIWI Institute – DPH, 2022
- Reflective Supervision – DPH, 2022
Speaking And Consulting Experience
- SPRINGFIELD COLLEGE, SPEAKER, Springfield, MA, 2025, Delivered presentation to graduate and doctoral-level occupational therapy students regarding clinical experiences in pediatric settings, including acute care, rehabilitation, outpatient services, and early intervention. Facilitated group discussions focused on practical applications in contemporary clinical practice.
- SOUTH SHORE STARS, SPEAKER, Weymouth, MA, 2021, 2022, 2023-, Presented in-depth sessions on classroom management, incorporating sensory strategies and specific regulation techniques utilizing the Zones Regulation program. The trainings were directed towards program directors, teachers, and teaching assistants as a component of their annual professional development.
- OUR REDEEMER CHILD CARE CENTER, CONSULTING, Foxboro, MA, 2021, Collaborated with the director to deliver targeted education and support to their teachers within the infant room to enhance developmental milestones. Demonstrated techniques, coached staff and followed through with communication for implementation of strategies.
- PRIMROSE SCHOOL, CONSULTING, Mansfield, MA, 2019, Delivered direct education and consultation on feeding support during mealtimes. Provided in-classroom assistance to teachers, facilitating family-style meals and encouraging a broader range of food options. Employed modeling, positive communication strategies, and targeted interventions to enhance feeding experiences.
- MEIC (Massachusetts Early Intervention Consortium) ANNUAL STATE CONFERENCE, SPEAKER.-Framingham, MA, 2017, Farm to Table: A Comprehensive Group Model of Nutrition and Feeding. A group model to improve feeding outcomes with nutrition at its foundation incorporating peer modeling, increasing variety of foods through sensory motor interactions and oral motor skill development.
- THERAPRO, SPEAKER -Professional Series, Natick, MA, 2017, Farm to Table: The intended audience consisted of professionals within the community seeking advanced knowledge on this subject, as well as guidance for integrating these principles into their own practice.
Professional Highlights
- Applied specialized knowledge in early childhood development (ages 0-3) to contribute to the creation of an educational symposium designed to inform occupational, physical, and speech therapists at all experience levels. This two-day conference consolidates the latest evidence-based clinical practices in a single forum.
- Redesigned the 'TEAMS' structure by leveraging program data and clinical demographic information to better align client needs with service delivery. This initiative enhanced time management, improved quality of care, facilitated cross-training, and supported clinical development within multidisciplinary teams.
- Established and executed a structured mentorship program designed to facilitate professional development among staff. Implemented a systematic approach to align mentee requirements with mentor expertise. The initiative emphasized peer-to-peer engagement, interdisciplinary knowledge sharing, and the cultivation of leadership skills within early intervention contexts.
- Collaborated with community programs such as Project Grads at Brockton High School and the STARS program for children ages 2.9 to 5. Provided consultation to staff and directors, delivered educational sessions for teachers, offered direct treatment to infants, toddlers, and preschool-aged children, and conducted professional training. Facilitated effective communication between early intervention services and community organizations.
- Developed and implemented an OT clinic model to address rising therapy demands. This initiative ensured compliance with DPH regulations and established a foundation for professional development. The model was adopted by all departments and remains integral as a triage system to support families.
Timeline
Consultant
EDUCATION RESOURCES INC.
02.2023 - Current
Senior Manager
BAMSI EARLY INTERVENTION (OTR/L, CEIS)
03.2021 - Current
Clinical Specialist-OT
BAMSI EARLY INTERVENTION (OTR/L, CEIS)
03.2016 - 03.2021
Owner/Clinician
PURE OT PEDIATRICS
01.2012 - Current
Occupational Therapist
HASBRO CHILDREN'S HOSPITAL
01.2002 - 03.2005
Occupational Therapist
BROCKTON EARLY INTERVENTION
01.1998 - 03.2016
Master of Education - Occupational Therapy
Springfield College
Bachelor of Science - Rehabilitation Services
Springfield College