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Christopher L. Jones

Chicago,IL

Summary

One-of-a-Kind, Enthusiastic, and Hard Working young man excited to begin his career as a speech-language pathologist. Eager to put my clinical expertise and passion for language into action and support the diverse needs of all patients.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Senior Lifeguard

Chicago Park District
06.2021 - Current

Training my own staff of lifeguards, responsible for teaching and ensuring their strong proficiency in CPR, First Aid, and identification of life threatening emergencies. Additionally, organizing and directing recreational aquatic lessons for varying aged participants.

Graduate Student Clinician

Fitness Pointe
08.2024 - 11.2024

Provided speech therapy & diagnostics, specifically to the pediatric population, under direct supervision of a variety of CCC-SLP's. Patients diagnoses included: Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), Receptive & Expressive Language Disorders, Childhood Apraxia of Speech (CAS), Speech Sound, Seizure Disorders, Pediatric Dysphagia, & Augmentative & Alternative Communication (AAC) Device users.

Graduate Student Clinician

Ludden Speech and Language Clinic
09.2023 - 06.2024

Provided speech therapy and diagnostics under direct supervision of a variety of CCC-SLP's to individuals across the life span with diagnoses including: Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), Receptive & Expressive Language Disorders, Childhood Apraxia of Speech (CAS), Speech Sound, Dysarthria, Left & Right Hemisphere CVA's, & Augmentative & Alternative Communication (AAC) Device users.

Lifeguard

Chicago Park District
06.2017 - 05.2021

Engaged in patron surveillance to ensure knowledge in responding to signs of distress and life threatening emergencies. Ensured understanding and compliance of beach & pool regulations as well as instructed aquatic lessons, providing recreational services to varying aged participants.

Shelter Assistant

PADS Shelter Program
12.2015 - 03.2020

Distributed meals, clothing, and shelter to individuals in need including the homeless, disabled, and those suffering with mental health challenges. Gained exposure working with diverse groups of individuals with disabilities ranging from mild to severe.

Education

Master of Science - Communication Sciences And Disorders

Saint Xavier University
Chicago, IL
05.2025

Bachelor of Arts - Communication Sciences And Disorders

Saint Xavier University
Chicago, IL
05.2023

Skills

Leadership

Compassion

Hospitality & Customer Service

Cultural Diversity Awareness

Public Speaking

Critical Thinking & Problem Solving

Writing & Organizational Skills

Group & Individual Instruction

Certification

SPEAK Out

CPR/AED For Professional Rescuers

First Aid

Epinephrine Auto-Injector Training Asthma Inhaler Training

Administering Emergency Oxygen Waterfront and Water Rescue Procedures

Bloodborne Pathogens & Injury Prevention

Timeline

Graduate Student Clinician

Fitness Pointe
08.2024 - 11.2024

Graduate Student Clinician

Ludden Speech and Language Clinic
09.2023 - 06.2024

Senior Lifeguard

Chicago Park District
06.2021 - Current

Lifeguard

Chicago Park District
06.2017 - 05.2021

Shelter Assistant

PADS Shelter Program
12.2015 - 03.2020

Master of Science - Communication Sciences And Disorders

Saint Xavier University

Bachelor of Arts - Communication Sciences And Disorders

Saint Xavier University
Christopher L. Jones