KALA WOODHOUSE, CCC-SLP
Fairfield,CA
Summary
Certified Speech-Language Pathologist performs quality therapy services for diverse client base. Creates specialized treatment plans by diagnosing and assessing individual conditions. Exceptional treatment administrator utilizes expertise to inform proven technique utilization.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Speech-Language Pathologist
Georgia Cyber Academy
01.2022 - 06.2023
- Conducted speech and language assessments for individuals with communication disorders.
- Implemented group therapy sessions for individuals with similar communication challenges, promoting peer support and increased motivation.
- Enhanced speech and language development in children by designing engaging activities and exercises targeting various skill levels.
- Established strong relationships with students and families, fostering trust and collaboration towards shared treatment goals.
- Customized therapeutic interventions for culturally diverse populations, ensuring sensitivity to individual values, beliefs, and communication styles while delivering effective care.
- Collaborated with teachers, parents, and other professionals to monitor students' progress and adjust treatment plans as needed.
- Provided direct therapy services to students in individual and group settings.
- Utilized evidence-based practices to improve students' communication skills.
- Maintained accurate and up-to-date records of students' progress and treatment plans.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to create comprehensive treatment plans for patients with complex communication disorders.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to create comprehensive treatment plans for patients with complex communication disorders.
- Managed caseloads of 30-75 clients weekly
Speech-Language Pathologist
Encompass Health
05.2019 - 07.2021
- Managed weekly caseloads of 30-75 students and or adults.
- Conducted speech, language, and cognitive assessments in both adults ensuring accurate and comprehensive evaluations.
- Developed and administered therapeutic and methodological treatments tailored to individuals needs of clients, leading to improved communication and cognitive abilities.
- Established and maintained robust professional network, collaborating with peers and other resources to enhance quality of services provided.
- Executed strategic initiatives based on evidence-based practices, resulting in increased client success and satisfaction.
- Identified therapeutic needs, customized treatment plans, and provided training to individuals to promote their overall well-being.
- Advocated for clients, educated them on their communication and cognitive needs, and built lasting personal relationships.
- Established strong relationships with patients and families, fostering trust and collaboration towards shared treatment goals.
- Increased patient satisfaction by consistently delivering high-quality care and maintaining open lines of communication with families regarding progress updates.
Speech-Language Pathologist
Stellar Therapy
10.2017 - 05.2021
- Owned and managed rapidly growing caseload of 30-75 (student and adult base), overseeing success processes to ensure their success.
- Served as main advocate and advisor for students, influencing therapeutics methods, company priorities, and satisfaction of insurance companies.
- Developed trusted relationships with patients and caregivers fostering loyalty and trust.
- Advocated and provided evidence for continued care for patients.
- Facilitated improvement in clients' control of breathing mechanisms, jaw and facial muscles.
- Documented developments and regressions in patients' speech, making treatment adjustments based on latest information.
- Worked with education and medical personnel to develop strategies allowing better communication with individuals with speech and hearing impediments.
- Educated patients and family members about various topics such as communication techniques or strategies to cope with and avoid personal misunderstandings.
Speech Language Pathologist
Looper Speech and Hearing Center
01.2016 - 01.2017
- Evaluated and diagnosed patients with speech, language, voice, and fluency disorders using standardized assessments and clinical observations.
- Enhanced speech and language development in children and adults by designing engaging activities and exercises targeting various skill levels.
- Managed weekly caseload of 20-50 adults and children.
Speech Language Pathologist
Hamilton Medical Center
01.2016 - 01.2017
- Provided speech-language evaluation and rehabilitation services in acute care setting to adults.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to create comprehensive treatment plans for patients with complex communication disorders.
- Customized therapeutic interventions for culturally diverse populations, ensuring sensitivity to individual values, beliefs, and communication styles while delivering effective care.
- Managed weekly caseload of 10-15 adults in acute care setting.
Education
Master of Science - Communicative Disorders
Jackson State University
Jackson, Mississippi12.2015
Skills
- Case Management
- Collaboration and Teamwork
- Patience and Tolerance
- Customizable Plan Development
- Strategic Initiative Execution
- Patient Advocacy and Education
- Goal Setting and Decision-Making
Certification
- Active New York SLP License
- Active Tennessee SLP License
- Active Georgia SLP License
- Pending Mississippi SLP License
- Active California SLP License
- Certificate of Clinical Competence in Speech Language Pathology, ASHA
Personal Information
Title: SPEECH-LANGUAGE PATHOLOGIST
Timeline
Speech-Language Pathologist
Georgia Cyber Academy
01.2022 - 06.2023
Speech-Language Pathologist
Encompass Health
05.2019 - 07.2021
Speech-Language Pathologist
Stellar Therapy
10.2017 - 05.2021
Speech Language Pathologist
Looper Speech and Hearing Center
01.2016 - 01.2017
Speech Language Pathologist
Hamilton Medical Center
01.2016 - 01.2017
Master of Science - Communicative Disorders
Jackson State University
- Active New York SLP License
- Active Tennessee SLP License
- Active Georgia SLP License
- Pending Mississippi SLP License
- Active California SLP License
- Certificate of Clinical Competence in Speech Language Pathology, ASHA
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