Jessica Alvarez
El Paso,TX
Summary
Caring compassionate Bilingual Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) offering a total of 15 years of experience. I have 12 years of experience as a school-based SLP and 3 years of experience as a an SLP and SLP-A in the clinical and home health field. I posses solid credentials including experience with bilingual and monolingual populations that span infants to adolescent patients.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Home Health Speech Language Pathologist
Angels of Care Pediatric Home Health
03.2023 - Current
- Conducted screenings and evaluations for pediatrics patients.
- Designed and executed appropriate patient-focused treatment plans and strategies for children diagnosed with apraxia, autism spectrum disorder, language disorders, articulation/phonology disorders, and feeding disorders.
- Educated patients, families, and caregivers to extend continuity of care.
- Completed all required documentation / paperwork for evaluations, reevaluations, therapy session SOAP notes, and discharge planning in compliance with federal and state guidelines.
- Collaborated with occupational therapists, doctors, orthodontists, and the patient's family members to provide each patient comprehensive care.
- Filled out appropriate paperwork regarding alternative, assistive, and/or augmentative technology devices to obtain funding from Medicaid, Medicare, or Private Insurance.
- Assisted patients with severe communication disorders with the use of augmentative and alternative communication systems, including speech generating devices
- Established strong relationships with patients and families, fostering trust and collaboration towards shared treatment goals.
- Ensured that the SLPA performed tasks only within their scope of practice, as defined by state regulations and professional guidelines (e.g., ASHA).
- Provided direct, in-person supervision during specific treatment sessions as required, particularly for complex cases or when the SLPA is performing new or advanced tasks.
- Provided guidance and professional development opportunities for the SLPA to enhance their clinical skills.
School-Based Speech Language Pathologist
Ysleta Independent School District
01.2012 - 12.2022
- Collaborated daily with administration, regular classroom teachers, and special education teachers on best practices for the students on my caseload.
- Implement therapy for students diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder, Down Syndrome, Hearing Impairment, Apraxia of Speech, Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities.
- Administer standardized, dynamic, and informal assessments.
- Evaluate and treat fluency disorders, receptive/expressive delays, and articulation/phonology delays or disorders.
- Manage an average caseload of 65+ students, grades K -12th.
- Conduct small group and individualized therapy activities, based on differentiated learning needs.
- Evaluate and properly document effects of therapy treatment activities and adjust therapy plans to achieve maximum benefit.
- Complete computerized Medicaid billing, Individualized Educational Plans (IEP), Progress Reports, and Re-evaluations within proper timelines.
- Schedule, conduct, and participate in IEP meetings to address educational concerns related to speech and/or language therapy.
- Implement and develop picture exchange communication boards to aid students in communicating their wants/needs and increasing understanding of classroom routines.
- Create appropriate low-tech communication books for individual student use.
- Maintain well organized student files and documentation of services provided.
- Prepare materials specifically designed for the benefit of individual students.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to create comprehensive treatment plans for patients with complex communication disorders.
- Established strong relationships with patients and families, fostering trust and collaboration towards shared treatment goals.
Assistant Speech-Language Pathologist
Ysleta Independent School District
08.2009 - 05.2010
- Managed an average caseload of 60+ students as an assistant therapist.
- Implemented therapy with student who had a variety of classifications such as receptive / expressive language disorders/delays, articulation disorders/delays, fluency disorders, autism spectrum disorder, and developmental delays.
- Scheduled screenings therapy sessions.
- Identified and properly documented goals, evaluated progress, and made adjustments to maximize benefits to individual students during speech-language therapy sessions.
- Structured therapy tasks to comply with student's specific goals in individual and group settings.
- Developed rapport with patients by creating a positive and inviting therapy environment that fostered trust and confidence.
- Documented session notes thoroughly while maintaining strict confidentiality standards set forth by HIPAA regulations.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in speech-language pathology.
Education
Master of Science - Speech Pathology
University of Texas At El Paso
El Paso, TX08.2011
Bachelor of Arts - Multidisciplinary Studies
University of Texas At El Paso
El Paso, TX12.2008
Skills
- Experienced bilingual speech language pathologist
- Highly organized and detail oriented
- Self starter and self directed
- Enthusiastic team player
- Time management proficiency
- Skilled at working independently and in a team environment
- Possesses good written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to communicate effectively with people from different socio-economic and educational backgrounds
- Familiarity with cultural diversity
- Adept at collecting data and revising plans based on student data
Certification
Certificate of Clinical Competency was granted by the American Speech-Language Hearing Association (ASHA) upon completion of my Clinical Fellowship Year. National Board Certification from the American Speech-Language and Hearing Association (ASHA) Certification #14108534. Speech-Language Pathologist License granted upon completion of Masters Degree. License from the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation #109834.
Languages
English
Spanish
Timeline
Home Health Speech Language Pathologist
Angels of Care Pediatric Home Health
03.2023 - Current
School-Based Speech Language Pathologist
Ysleta Independent School District
01.2012 - 12.2022
Assistant Speech-Language Pathologist
Ysleta Independent School District
08.2009 - 05.2010
Master of Science - Speech Pathology
University of Texas At El Paso
Bachelor of Arts - Multidisciplinary Studies
University of Texas At El Paso
Certificate of Clinical Competency was granted by the American Speech-Language Hearing Association (ASHA) upon completion of my Clinical Fellowship Year. National Board Certification from the American Speech-Language and Hearing Association (ASHA) Certification #14108534. Speech-Language Pathologist License granted upon completion of Masters Degree. License from the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation #109834.
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