Developed individualized treatment plans for clients with a variety of speech and language disorders.
Provided direct intervention to clients with articulation, language and social pragmatic disorders.
Conducted diagnostic evaluations utilizing standardized tests and informal assessments.
Monitored client progress through regular assessment and documentation of data.
Collaborated with other professionals to provide comprehensive services to clients.
Attended IEP and ETR meetings when necessary to provide input regarding student's communication needs.
Utilized technology, such as tablets or computers, in adherence to evidenced-based practice during therapy sessions as needed.
Adhered to ethical standards as outlined by the American Speech-Language Hearing Association.
Student Teacher - Externship
Crestwood Intermediate School
Mantua, OH
09.2023 - Current
Conducted non-standardized assessments, classroom observations, and standardized assessments to evaluate student performance in language, articulation, and pragmatic skills.
Consulted with school personnel regarding student IEPs, 504 Plans related to speech, language goals and objectives.
Completed documentation on Individualized Education Plans and Education Team Reports in a timely manner.
Participated in interdisciplinary team meetings to discuss student progress and plan next steps of intervention.
Adapted treatments as needed based on a variety of factors including age, developmental level, and cultural background.
Provided individual and group therapy in both the classroom and designated speech therapy room.
Implemented augmentative and alternative communication systems for nonverbal individuals.
Graduate Student Clinician - Externship
Salem Regional Medical Center
Salem, OH
05.2023 - 07.2023
Collaborated with other healthcare professionals to ensure quality care for all patients.
Consulted, evaluated and diagnosed communication and cognitive-communication deficits and dysphagia.
Completed in-patient bedside swallowing evaluations and treatment for rehabilitation/maintenance of swallowing exercises.
Provided out-patient treatment for deficits in cognition, expressive/receptive language, and voice disorders.
Completed preparation and administration of Modified Barium Swallow Studies.
Instructed family members on how to continue therapeutic activities at home.
Graduate Student Clinician - Externship
Coventry High School
Akron, OH
09.2022 - 12.2022
Facilitated group therapy sessions addressing social pragmatic skills or other areas of need with multiple clients at once.
Provided clients and families progress reports completed through data collection procedures on standardized assessments and informal measures.
Assessed and implemented individualized goals and objectives for students' language and speech production abilities including articulation, fluency, voice quality, and pragmatics.
Created individualized home programs for families to carryover learned skills between therapy sessions.
Utilized augmentative and alternative communication systems when appropriate to improve functional communication outcomes.
Provided counseling services related to self-esteem issues that arise due to communication problems, i.e., stuttering.
Graduate Student Clinician
Kent State University, Speech and Hearing Clinic
Kent, OH
01.2022 - 08.2022
Maintained accurate client records and documentation according to clinic policies and procedures.
Coordinated appointments with clients, clients' families and other graduate student clinicians involved in the sessions.
Conducted formal assessments and evaluations of clients with speech-language and voice disorders.
Educated clients and families about their diagnoses, treatments, and community resources.
Incorporated different treatment methodologies and evidence-based practices, i.e., articulation, phonology, expressive/receptive language, cognition, and voice therapy to meet clients' specific needs.
Supported individuals in developing independent living skills such as organization, problem solving and social networking.
Participated in clinical supervision meetings with supervisor to discuss data, ethical practices and clinical interventions.
Education
Master of Arts - Speech-Language Pathology
Kent State University
Kent, OH
12.2023
Bachelor of Science - Speech Pathology And Audiology
Kent State University
Kent, OH
05.2022
Skills
Patient Advocacy
Collaboration with interdisciplinary teams
Assessment and diagnosis of speech, language, and swallowing disorders
Documentation and progress tracking
Developing therapy activities for individual and group sessions
Treatment Adjustments
Caseload Management
Certification
American Red Cross - Adult, Child and Baby First Aid/CPR/AED Training, Expires May 2025
ALICE Training, April 2023
Lawrence County Educational Service Center, Child Safety and Violence Prevention Training, March 2023