Isabelle Coccia
Munster,IN
Summary
Reliable, caring professional able to successfully support the diverse needs of clients. Collaborate very well with other team members. Friendly and compassionate, with excellent interpersonal skills. Skilled in conducting in-person and teletherapy sessions and educating caregivers on developmental milestones for birth-3. Discreet and confidential in all dealings with clients and staff.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Speech and Language Pathologist
Jacobs Ladder
05.2021 - Current
- Provide therapy for birth-3 years old in home through early intervention services while providing family education.
- Conduct hearing screenings in home through use of otoscope, OAE, and tympanogram and referred children for hearing tests.
- Run sessions using a play-based therapy approach, which encompasses the child in a natural setting, allowing the child to feel motivated and included.
- Provide education and counseling to the caregivers, which provides the family with the support and strategies that are needed to assist the child’s communication needs at home.
- Create and implement treatment plans intended to address speech and language issues in collaboration with other clinical professionals.
- Educate patients and family members about various topics such as communication techniques or strategies to cope with and avoid personal misunderstandings.
- Mentor graduate students during clinical placements, providing guidance on evidence-based practice, ethical considerations, and professional growth opportunities.
- Utilize appropriate technology tools such as augmentative communication devices to aid patients in achieving their communication objectives more efficiently.
- Experience with pediatric feeding and swallowing, specifically 'picky eating' and g-tubes.
- Adapte therapy materials and approaches as needed to accommodate patients with diverse cultural backgrounds, languages, or learning styles.
- Utilize evidence-based practices to provide the most effective therapy techniques for each patient''s unique situation.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams for comprehensive patient care and treatment planning.
- Maintained accurate records of patients'' progress while adhering to HIPAA regulations, supporting ongoing assessment and intervention adjustments as needed.
SLP Graduate Student Clinician
Northern Ozaukee Elementary School
01.2021 - 05.2021
- Performed evaluations and treatment for children (3-9 years old) seeking speech therapy intervention
- Utilized Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC) devices, such as TouchChat and ProloQuo2Go
- Used evidence-based practice to enhance and support therapy methods of students
- Monitored and recorded patient progress in response to therapy using treatment notes
- Collaborated with parents, teachers, and special education team to develop IEPs
- Updated and implemented IEPs to reflect student progress and development
- Documented services and complete paperwork, including referrals, IEPs, treatment notes, and re-evaluations
SLP Graduate Student Clinician
Playtime Pediatrics, LaPorte Outpatient Clinic
08.2020 - 11.2020
- Performed evaluations and treatment for children (0-21years old) seeking speech therapy intervention
- Provided parent education regarding patient’s diagnosis
- Utilized feeding and swallowing strategies with patient and caregiver
- Used evidence-based practice to enhance and support therapy methods of patients
- Utilized Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC) devices, such as LAMP and TouchChat, as a strategy to meet communication needs
- Monitored and recorded patient progress in response to therapy using ReDoc
- Documented services, including diagnostic reports, plan of care, and treatment notes
SLP Graduate Student Clinician
Judd Leighton Speech and Language Clinic, Saint Mary’s College
09.2019 - 07.2020
- Performed evaluations and treatment for adults seeking voice therapy
- Provided speech and language interventions and strategies for patients with communication disorders caused by stroke
- Performed evaluations and treatment for children seeking speech/language services
- Utilized Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC) devices, such as LAMP and TouchChat, as a strategy to meet communication needs
- Used teletherapy materials and activities while conducting a teletherapy session
- Used evidence-based practice to enhance and support therapy methods of speech/language clients
- Monitored and recorded patient progress in response to therapy; formulated and implemented functional goals with clients
- Documented services, including diagnostic reports, SOAP notes, and a plan of care
Special Education Paraprofessional
John Long Middle School
09.2018 - 06.2019
- Provided student support through special accommodations, extra assistance and assessments
- Supported the teacher in the development of individual learning strategies and created a customized classroom environment that was integral to the students' needs
- Maintained a positive attitude and affirmatively communicated with each student
- Facilitated group sessions and provided one-on-one support
SLP Undergraduate Student Clinician
Speech, Language, and Hearing Clinic, University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point
01.2018 - 05.2018
- Completed 30 Hours of undergraduate clinical work as student clinician
- Provided speech and language interventions and treatment for clients with language disorders
- Monitored and recorded patient progress in response to therapy using SOAP notes and a plan of care
Education
Master of Science - Speech And Language Pathology
Saint Mary’s College
Notre Dame, IN05.2021
Bachelor of Science - Communication of Sciences and Disorders
University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point
Stevens Point, WI05.2018
Skills
- Autism spectrum support
- Parent and caregiver training
- Early intervention services
- Pediatric feeding disorders
- Alternative communication devices
- Registered speech pathologist in Indiana
- Collaboration and teamwork
- Time management
- Caseload management
- CPR/AED
Timeline
Speech and Language Pathologist
Jacobs Ladder
05.2021 - Current
SLP Graduate Student Clinician
Northern Ozaukee Elementary School
01.2021 - 05.2021
SLP Graduate Student Clinician
Playtime Pediatrics, LaPorte Outpatient Clinic
08.2020 - 11.2020
SLP Graduate Student Clinician
Judd Leighton Speech and Language Clinic, Saint Mary’s College
09.2019 - 07.2020
Special Education Paraprofessional
John Long Middle School
09.2018 - 06.2019
SLP Undergraduate Student Clinician
Speech, Language, and Hearing Clinic, University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point
01.2018 - 05.2018
Bachelor of Science - Communication of Sciences and Disorders
University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point
Master of Science - Speech And Language Pathology
Saint Mary’s College
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