Brenna Higgins
Kalamazoo,MI
Summary
Dynamic graduate student with years of experience in early childhood and great reputation for execution, organization, attention to detail and compassion. Always enthusiastic to take on new cases and support clients' speech and communication goals through creative and effective treatment planning. Highly personable and productive graduate student clinician.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Daycare Assistant
Learning Bridge Daycare Center
2022.10 - Current
- Assist in management of in-home daycare with 2 infants and 4 toddlers.
- Use patience, skill and various behavior modification techniques to maintain order and safety.
- Promote learning and social development through structured and unstructured playtime.
- Observe play activities to identify positive behaviors and areas in need of improvement, implementing behavior redirection where appropriate.
- Plan and implement crafts and other activities to spark interest and enhance development.
Behavioral Therapist
Spectrum Autism Center
2021.06 - 2022.10
- Implemented behavioral intervention plans created by clinical supervisors with clients two to thirteen years of age.
- Collected session data to aid in treatment planning and assessment.
- Responded effectively to crisis situations and aggressive behaviors, skillfully mitigating conflicts with proven strategies.
- Helped teach important social, play and basic life skills such as personal hygiene management.
- Visited clients at home, school and other settings to leverage expertise and positively impact individuals' lives with skilled interventions.
Sales Associate
The Station: Dancewear And Studio Rentals
2018.09 - 2020.09
- Engaged with customers to build rapport and loyalty.
- Organized racks and shelves to maintain store visual appeal, engage customers, and promote specific merchandise.
- Helped customers locate products and checked store system for merchandise at other sites.
- Rotated stock and restocked shelves to maintain product availability and store appearance.
- Answered customer questions about sizing, accessories, and merchandise care.
Education
Master of Arts - Speech- Language Pathology
Calvin University
Grand Rapids05.2025
Bachelor of Science - Communication Sciences And Disorders
Western Michigan University
Kalamazoo, MI05.2021
Skills
- Team Development
- Conflict Management
- Time Management
- Written and Oral Communication Skills
- Social Perceptiveness
- Emotional Support
- Complex Problem-Solving
- Documentation and Recordkeeping
Related Experience
Practicum in Speech Language Pathology at Calvin University, January 2023- August 2023
- Participated in two, twelve-week clinical practicums via Telehealth.
- Administered clinical assessments and evidenced-based treatment approaches in individual client sessions.
- Completed daily notes and clinical documentation for clients.
- Researched evidenced-based treatment approaches.
- Created intervention plans, activities, Augmentative and Alternative Communication tools, at-home activities individualized to fit clients' interests and needs.
- Conducted behavioral management protocols, such as a token reward system.
- Collected data in session to track progress and to aid in treatment planning and assessment.
- Supported parents and caregivers of clients with at-home activities and tools.
- Attended weekly meetings with a supervisor, a Certified Speech-Language Pathologist, to review performance, enhance treatment and intervention approaches, discuss feedback, and ask questions.
Michigan Speech-Language-Hearing Association Annual Conference- March, 2023
- Attended seminars at the MSHA Annual Conference with experts in the field of Communication Sciences and Disorders.
- Deliberated with other attendees about related-topics, professions, and experiences.
Charles Van Riper Speech, Language, and Hearing Clinic, January 2020-April 2020
- Observed client sessions conduced by two student clinicians.
- Discussed with clinical supervisor about observations, techniques, information, and questions.
- Completed written detailed-descriptions after each observation hour.
Speech Anatomy and Physiology Cadaver Lab at Western Michigan University, January 2020- March 2020
- Studied speech anatomy and physiology by examination of cadavers.
Charles Van Riper Conference at Western Michigan University, October 2019
- Attended an interprofessional conference with training on topics in communication sciences and disorders.
- A panel of professionals shared their respective expertise associated with cases in trauma-informed care.
- Participated in discussion about cognitive-communication disorders with panel and attendees.
Special Education District of Lake County (SEDOL), June 2019- July 2019
- Observed Certified Speech-Language Pathologist at a special education school district.
- Observed multidisciplinary team work.
- Participated in session activities with clients which targeted individualized and group goals.
Other Experience
Dance Marathon at Western Michigan University, Fall 2019 and 2020
- Fundraised over $32,000 for Children's Miracle Network Hospital.
- Participated in dance routines, fundraising events, and team-building exercises for twelve hours.
- Engaged with clients and families from West Michigan local hospitals.
Fleece and Thank You at Western Michigan University, October 2019
- Participated with Fleece and Thank You, an organization designed for children undergoing treatment at West Michigan Hospitals.
- Created a blanket for children in the hospital to provide comfort.
- Produced a video for children in the hospital to encourage and support their journey.
Service Learning at YMCA PrimeTime, September 2019- November 2019
- Volunteered in early morning service learning at MLK-Kingwood elementary school.
- Supervised and instructed attendees on behavioral management and conflict resolution.
- Engaged with elementary students through conversation, games, and activities.
Affiliations
American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA), Fall 2022- Present
- Member of the national organization for professionals in the speech-language pathology and audiology field.
Michigan Speech- Language- Hearing Association (MSHA), Spring 2023- Present
- Member of Michigan's state organization for professionals in communication sciences and disorders.
National Student Speech Language Hearing Association (NSSLHA), Spring 2019- Present
- Member of the national student organization for student professionals in the field of speech pathology and audiology.
Certification
- Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation Certificate
- Certified Behavioral Technician
- Safety-Care Crisis Prevention Training
Languages
English
American Sign Language
Timeline
Daycare Assistant
Learning Bridge Daycare Center
2022.10 - Current
Behavioral Therapist
Spectrum Autism Center
2021.06 - 2022.10
Sales Associate
The Station: Dancewear And Studio Rentals
2018.09 - 2020.09
Master of Arts - Speech- Language Pathology
Calvin University
Bachelor of Science - Communication Sciences And Disorders
Western Michigan University
- Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation Certificate
- Certified Behavioral Technician
- Safety-Care Crisis Prevention Training
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