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Heidi Hackett

Absecon,NJ

Summary

Certified Speech Language Pathologist with extensive experience at Atlantic County Special Services School District. Expert in developing individualized therapy plans and enhancing social communication skills. Proven ability to collaborate with educational teams and families, utilizing evidence-based practices to improve patient outcomes and support diverse populations, including those with autism spectrum disorders.

Overview

30
30
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Certified Speech Language Pathologist

Atlantic County Special Services School District
09.1995 - 08.2025
  • Conducted thorough evaluations of cognitive-linguistic skills, enabling targeted treatments and measurable progress tracking.
  • Designed engaging group therapy activities that fostered peer interaction and enhanced social communication skills among participants.
  • Contributed to the development of departmental policies, procedures, and quality improvement initiatives through active participation in staff meetings and committees.
  • Coordinated with teachers and other school staff to ensure a cohesive approach to students'' speech-language development within the educational setting.
  • Served as a resource for colleagues seeking advice on complex cases, sharing expertise and insights from years of clinical experience in speech-language pathology.
  • Improved patient communication abilities by implementing individualized therapy plans tailored to their specific needs.
  • Utilized appropriate technology tools such as augmentative communication devices to aid patients in achieving their communication objectives more efficiently.
  • Provided support in IEP meetings, contributing valuable insights into student progress and potential accommodations needed for academic success.
  • Enhanced patient quality of life by working closely with families to develop at-home strategies for continued progress outside of therapy sessions.
  • Utilized evidence-based practices to provide the most effective therapy techniques for each patient''s unique situation.
  • Adapted therapy materials and approaches as needed to accommodate patients with diverse cultural backgrounds, languages, or learning styles.
  • Created and implemented treatment plans intended to address speech and language issues in collaboration with other clinical professionals.
  • Provided information on speech improvement techniques and non-verbal communication methods.

Certified Speech Language Pathologist

Bacharach Institute for Rehabilitation
06.2012 - 12.2022
  • Developed and executed data-driven treatment plans, effectively addressing individual patient goals.
  • Assessed and diagnosed speech, language, and swallowing disorders in patients of various age groups.
  • Maintained accurate records of patients'' progress while adhering to HIPAA regulations, supporting ongoing assessment and intervention adjustments as needed.
  • Educated patients and family members about various topics such as communication techniques or strategies to cope with and avoid personal misunderstandings.
  • Built solid understanding of individual patients issues through analysis of speech and hearing evaluations.
  • Documented developments and regressions in patients' speech, making treatment adjustments based on latest information.
  • Conducted thorough evaluations of cognitive-linguistic skills, enabling targeted treatments and measurable progress tracking.
  • Improved patient communication abilities by implementing individualized therapy plans tailored to their specific needs.
  • Utilized appropriate technology tools such as augmentative communication devices to aid patients in achieving their communication objectives more efficiently.
  • Utilized evidence-based practices to provide the most effective therapy techniques for each patient''s unique situation.

Education

Master of Science - Communication Science & Disorders

Pennsylvania State University
University Park, PA

Bachelor of Science - Communication Disorders

Stockton University
Absecon, NJ

Skills

  • Experience with pediatrics, school age (3-21), adults, geriatric population
  • Experience in Special Education and outpatient rehabilitation
  • Language evaluation
  • Speech Assessment
  • Speech sound disorders & Oral motor skills
  • IEP Development & Individualized Therapy Treatment Plans
  • Pragmatic language & Social Skills Training
  • Expressive Language & Receptive Language
  • Autism spectrum support
  • Traumatic brain injury
  • Augmentative & Alternative Communication
  • Collaboration with professionals & Program Development
  • Family education

Certification

  • Active New Jersey Licensed Speech Language Pathologist
  • Active American Speech Language Hearing Association Certification
  • Active New Jersey Department of Education Certification

Timeline

Certified Speech Language Pathologist

Bacharach Institute for Rehabilitation
06.2012 - 12.2022

Certified Speech Language Pathologist

Atlantic County Special Services School District
09.1995 - 08.2025

Master of Science - Communication Science & Disorders

Pennsylvania State University

Bachelor of Science - Communication Disorders

Stockton University