Kierra Henry
Houston,TX
Summary
Dedicated and compassionate Speech Language Pathologist Assistant, focused on providing exceptional support to school-aged children with speech disorders. Proficient in administering assessments, implementing therapy plans, and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to optimize communication and academic success. Skilled in fostering positive rapport with students, parents, and educators to ensure a supportive and inclusive learning environment. Committed to ongoing professional development and staying abreast of the latest advancements in speech therapy techniques. Ready to contribute expertise and enthusiasm to enhancing the communication skills of students in a school setting.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Speech Language Pathologist Assistant
Custom Staffing Solutions
11.2023 - Current
- Improved communication abilities in children by utilizing age-appropriate activities and techniques.
- Assisted in reducing language barriers for non-English speaking clients through bilingual therapy sessions.
- Increased patient engagement by creating interactive, fun, and stimulating speech therapy activities.
- Maintained detailed records of patient progress, allowing for better adjustments in treatment plans when needed.
- Developed strong rapport with patients and families, fostering trust and open communication throughout the therapeutic process.
Barber and Barbershop Manager
Millie’s Salon And Barbershop
07.2023 - Current
- Determined business plan, mission statement, and vision.
- Built strong and lasting rapport with clients through consistent delivery of requested services and exceptional results.
- Implemented process improvement to shape organizational culture, optimize procedures for higher efficiency and help company evolve and grow.
- Opened and closed location efficiently to maximize business success.
- Built business to 10 new customers monthly by implementing effective marketing and clients experience plans.
Barber and Barbershop Manager
Asepsis
11.2021 - 05.2023
- Trained personnel in equipment maintenance and enforced participation in exercises focused on developing key skills.
- Managed incoming and existing shop traffic to streamline client experiences.
- Educated clients about quality products for self-maintenance to up-sell products.
- Distributed physical promotional items to potential clients and generated 40% of new leads
- Managed business customer service, responding to requests and concerns promptly.
- Maintained 85% of clients through precise cutting, coloring and styling of clients' hair.
Crisis Intervention Specialist
Via Link
02.2019 - 06.2021
- Used skills such as active listening and collaborative problem-solving daily to connect with patients and address concerns.
- Offered supportive counseling and crisis intervention to individuals in crisis.
- Evaluated risk to client or others by gathering information and conducting assessments.
- Built safety plans to lower risk of crisis and intervened in specific manners outlined by procedures.
- Conversed with individuals in crisis which called or texted hotline for assistance.
- Maintained client records to document assessment, treatment plans and progress.
Client Coordinator
Americorps/SBP
08.2018 - 04.2019
- Referred clients to appropriate team members, community agencies and organizations to meet treatment needs.
- Partnered with local organizations to expand access to social and community services.
- Assessed community needs and identified resources for social and community service programs.
- Collaborated with community members to develop and implement service initiatives.
- Established and maintained relationships with key stakeholders.
- Researched best practices and developed strategies to improve program outcomes.
- Advocated for social and community service programs to increase awareness and funding.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Speech and Hearing Sciences
Lamar University
Beaumont05.2017
Skills
- Individualized treatment plans
- SOAP notes expertise
- Group Therapy
- Autism Spectrum Support
- Social Skills Training
- Collaboration with SLP
- Interpersonal Communication
- Treatment Documentation
- Effective Communication
- Organizational Skills
Timeline
Speech Language Pathologist Assistant
Custom Staffing Solutions
11.2023 - Current
Barber and Barbershop Manager
Millie’s Salon And Barbershop
07.2023 - Current
Barber and Barbershop Manager
Asepsis
11.2021 - 05.2023
Crisis Intervention Specialist
Via Link
02.2019 - 06.2021
Client Coordinator
Americorps/SBP
08.2018 - 04.2019
Bachelor of Science - Speech and Hearing Sciences
Lamar University
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