Jayde Blades
Little Elm,TX
Summary
Speech-Language Pathologist Intern performs quality therapy services for diverse client base. Creates specialized treatment plans by diagnosing and assessing individual conditions. Exceptional treatment administrator utilizes expertise to provide best care. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Passionate and energetic with almost two years of school based experience, one year of private practice, and one semester of pediatric homehealth.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Speech Language Pathologist Intern/CF
Denton County Special Education Cooperation
08.2023 - Current
- Improved clients'' communication skills by developing and implementing individualized treatment plans.
- Enhanced patient outcomes by collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to provide comprehensive care.
- Increased client satisfaction by providing personalized and compassionate speech therapy services.
- Streamlined documentation processes, ensuring timely completion of progress notes and reports for compliance purposes.
- Developed innovative therapy materials to enhance client engagement, resulting in improved treatment adherence.
- Facilitated group therapy sessions, fostering a supportive environment for clients to practice communication skills.
- Facilitated successful group therapy sessions, fostering peer support and social skill development among participants.
- Evaluated clients'' speech-language abilities using standardized assessments, identifying areas of need for targeted intervention.
- Maintained a caseload of diverse clients, demonstrating adaptability and flexibility in therapeutic approaches based on individual needs.
- Established a positive and supportive rapport with clients, fostering trust and open communication throughout their treatment journey.
- Recorded patient progress and reported findings and results to supervising Speech-Language Pathologist.
- Modified and adapted instructional materials and lesson plans.
- Facilitated ARD meetings, sent out notices, participated in ARD meetings for many children.
- Collaborated with PT, OT, special education teachers, general education teachers, school psychologist, and diagnostician.
Manager, Server, Bartender
The Prairie House Restaurant
03.2017 - 09.2023
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by resolving disputes promptly, maintaining open lines of communication, and ensuring high-quality service delivery.
- Maximized table turnover rate by efficiently managing reservations and seating arrangements.
- Increased sales with upselling techniques and thorough knowledge of menu items, specials, and promotions.
- Handled cash transactions accurately, contributing to balanced daily financial reports.
- Demonstrated strong multitasking skills by managing multiple tables simultaneously without compromising service quality.
- Addressed customer complaints or concerns professionally, ensuring swift resolution and maintaining positive relationships.
- Managed daily operations to ensure a high level of efficiency, consistency, and quality in both food and service.
- Reduced staff turnover rate with effective leadership, open communication, and employee development opportunities.
- Coordinated catering services for private events, delivering memorable experiences while maximizing profits.
Speech Language Pathology Assistant
Kimberly White Speech and Myofunctional Therapy
11.2020 - 12.2021
- Planned and prepared therapy sessions
- Clients ages 11 months old to 27 years old
- Performed therapy in person and via teletherapy
- Assisted in evaluations
- Took data and completed therapy SOAP notes
- Developed rapports with clients and parents.
- Improved patient communication skills by implementing personalized speech therapy sessions.
- Assisted Speech-Language Pathologists in developing treatment plans for diverse patient populations.
- Enhanced patient progress tracking through diligent documentation of therapy outcomes and milestones.
- Supported patients'' families by providing education on speech-language strategies and at-home exercises.
- Increased patient motivation by establishing rapport and creating engaging therapy activities tailored to individual needs.
- Streamlined therapy session preparation by organizing materials and equipment needed for each treatment plan.
- Strengthened therapeutic relationships with patients'' families through consistent communication and collaborative goal-setting processes.
Optometric Technician
EyeCare of Denton
01.2017 - 11.2018
- Took patient medical history and performed patient workup
- Verified insurance coverage
- Place patient orders and pharmacy prescriptions.
Education
Masters in speech language pathology -
University Of North Texas
05.2023
Bachelor of Science-Communication -
Texas Woman's University
05.2020
Associate of Arts -
North Central Texas College
08.2017
Skills
- Early Intervention Services
- Fluency Training
- Language Intervention
- Augmentative Communication
- Alternative Communication
- Multicultural Sensitivity
- Individualized Education Plans
- Group Therapy
- Family Education
- Progress Monitoring
- Autism Spectrum Support
- Ethical Decision Making
- Articulation Therapy
- Time Management
- Interdisciplinary Collaboration
- Telepractice Proficiency
- Speech Assessment
- Pediatric Feeding
- SOAP Notes Expertise
- Active Listening
- Speech and Language Evaluation
- Assistive Technologies
- Lesson Plan Creation
- Caseload Management
- Report Preparation
- Relationship Building
- Team Collaboration
- Documentation Skills
- Activity Planning
- Patient Education
- Treatment Adjustments
- Creative Thinking
Training
- Completed/attended ASD seminar August 2022
- Completed Modified Barium Swallow Impairment Profile training August 2022
Timeline
Speech Language Pathologist Intern/CF
Denton County Special Education Cooperation
08.2023 - Current
Speech Language Pathology Assistant
Kimberly White Speech and Myofunctional Therapy
11.2020 - 12.2021
Manager, Server, Bartender
The Prairie House Restaurant
03.2017 - 09.2023
Optometric Technician
EyeCare of Denton
01.2017 - 11.2018
Masters in speech language pathology -
University Of North Texas
Bachelor of Science-Communication -
Texas Woman's University
Associate of Arts -
North Central Texas College
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