Anita Payne
Speech Language Therapist
Leander,TX
Summary
Certified Speech Language Pathologist with Certificate of Clinical Competence (CCC). Extensive work with patients in a head injury facility, early intervention, preschool, school aged children and adults in a variety of settings. Organized problem solver who swiftly handles changing caseloads and therapy related duties. Skills in facilitating meetings.
Overview
42
42
years of professional experience
6
6
years of post-secondary education
3
3
Certifications
Work History
Contract Speech Language Pathologist Harmony
INVO-PROGRESSUS Healthcare
06.2014 - Current
- Evaluated. diagnosed speech and language impairments and guided/provided development of tailored therapy solutions.
- Managed diverse caseloads of elementary, middle and high school for Harmony Charter School students within Austin area.
- Increased patient engagement during sessions by incorporating diverse therapeutic tools and techniques and allowing for flexibility and attention to student's needs.
- Supported students'' social-emotional development by addressing pragmatic language challenges, character development, and understanding of personality through group activities.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams in evaluation and effective care for patients with complex needs.
- Educated patients and family members about various topics such as communication techniques or strategies to cope with and avoid personal misunderstandings.
- Participated in development of Individualized Education Program and holding Admission Review Dismissal meetings
- Consulted with school staff regarding student progress and accommodations required for optimal educational support related to speech/language needs
- Developed strong rapport with patients and families, fostering open communication about goals and progress
Speech Language Therapist
Speech Language and Hearing Services
7 1991 - 7 2014
- Evaluation, diagnosis and treatment of children ages 18 months - 18 years of age
- Performed screenings of speech, vision and hearing at preschools and private schools
- Evaluation and therapy at Meridell Achievement Center for adolescents in residential mental facility
- Developmental delays, articulation and language, fluency, voice disorders. social skills, and students with emotional and/or behavior concerns
- Autism and Pragmatic/emotionally delayed children
- Daily interaction with parents providing feedback and developing home programs
Speech Language Therapist Facilitating Program
Inside Outside School
08.2013 - 06.2014
- Speech therapy with diverse population including, bilingual, language impairment, voice disorders, autism, articulation impairment, and elective mutism in private, alternative, educational setting in Travis County.
- Experientially based therapy that included academics, life skills, arts, and time in nature every day.
- Developed tailored treatment plans for patients with various speech and language disorders, ensuring optimal outcomes
Central Texas Speech
09.1991 - 12.1994
- Preformed home health speech therapy services managing a full caseload of evaluation and delivery of treatment program and family support services
- Managed time efficiently in order to travel to homes, complete all tasks within timelines
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed
- Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions
- Resolved problems, improved operations and provided exceptional service
West Bank Speech and Language Center
01.1983 - 08.1990
- Evaluated, designed, implemented therapy with children and adults with language delays, voice, autism, ESL
- Skilled at working professionally in private practice
- Implemented generalization of strategies with adult professionals with voice, fluency, language difficulties in professional settings
Lead Diagnostician Jefferson Parish Public Schools
01.1986 - 07.1990
- Implemented speech language services, Lead Speech Diagnostician responsible for evaluating and staffing with Psychiatrist, Psychologists, Social Workers, Teachers and parents to determine appropriate placement and services needed for school age children for all schools within parish
- Identified issues, analyzed information and provided solutions to problems
F. Edward Hebert Hospital
Algiers, LA
01.1982 - 01.1990
- Speech evaluation and established/implemented program for intensive delivery of services in rehabilitation hospital with patients recovering from stroke, spinal cord injury, traumatic head injury, neurological disorders, aphasia.
- Performed weekly staffing with medical team
- Performed weekly updates as part of medical team for family members
- Established recommendations for outpatient services upon discharge from hospital
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Worked flexible hours across night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
- Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment.
Education
Master of Science - Speech Therapy
West Virginia University
Morgantown, WV 08.1980 - 12.1982
Bachelor of Science - Early Childhood Education/Speech Communication
West Virginia University
Morgantown, WV 08.1976 - 08.1980
Skills
Empathetic and patient
Creative and Intuitive
Special education professional
Gentle and skilled with therapy procedures
Autism spectrum familiar ABA familiar, Character and Social Skills familiar
Adept in use of standardized speech tests and extensive knowledge of informal diagnostic experience
Working with a diagnostics team and demonstrating and providing resources for teachers
Strength in record keeping
Experience with team work, writing and attending ARDS
Direct experience with families
Evaluation and providing therapy through online
Certification
ASHA Certificate of Clinical Competence
Phonecell
5125872409
Community Service
- Habitat for Humanity
- Mobile Loaves
- Stephen Minister
- Contemplative Ministries
Timeline
Contract Speech Language Pathologist Harmony
INVO-PROGRESSUS Healthcare
06.2014 - Current
Speech Language Therapist Facilitating Program
Inside Outside School
08.2013 - 06.2014
Central Texas Speech
09.1991 - 12.1994
Lead Diagnostician Jefferson Parish Public Schools
01.1986 - 07.1990
West Bank Speech and Language Center
01.1983 - 08.1990
F. Edward Hebert Hospital
01.1982 - 01.1990
Master of Science - Speech Therapy
West Virginia University
08.1980 - 12.1982
Bachelor of Science - Early Childhood Education/Speech Communication
West Virginia University
08.1976 - 08.1980
Speech Language Therapist
Speech Language and Hearing Services
7 1991 - 7 2014
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