Mackenzy Bilkey
Buellton,CA
Summary
A Speech Language Pathologist seeking a position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills while maintaining a work-life balance.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Speech Language Pathologist
Santa Barbara County Education Office
08.2014 - Current
- Preschool-aged caseload specialty
- Evaluated and diagnosed patients with speech, language, voice, and fluency disorders using standardized assessments and clinical observations.
- Implemented group therapy sessions for individuals with similar communication challenges, promoting peer support and increased motivation.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to create comprehensive treatment plans for patients with complex communication disorders.
- Enhanced speech and language development in children by designing engaging activities and exercises targeting various skill levels.
- Established strong relationships with patients and families, fostering trust and collaboration towards shared treatment goals.
- Developed evidence-based treatment plans that effectively addressed the unique needs of each patient, leading to improved outcomes over time.
- Effectively managed caseloads within a variety of settings including schools in various cities/towns.
- Contributed to the development of a clinic-wide documentation system that streamlined patient records and facilitated efficient information sharing among interdisciplinary team members.
- Created and implemented treatment plans intended to address speech and language issues in collaboration with other clinical professionals.
- Documented developments and regressions in patients' speech, making treatment adjustments based on latest information.
- Customized therapeutic interventions for culturally diverse populations, ensuring sensitivity to individual values, beliefs, and communication styles while delivering effective care.
Individualized Education Plan (IEP) Chairperson
Santa Barbara County Education Office
08.2018 - 06.2020
- Fostered relationships with stakeholders, promoting collaboration and partnership opportunities.
- Planned and oversaw meetings in accordance with governing documents.
- Maintained impartiality and objectivity during meetings and decision-making.
- Represented the organization at public events, advocating for its mission and values in the community.
- Developed long-term strategic plans to guide organizational growth and success.
- Streamlined decision-making processes for increased efficiency and productivity within the organization.
- Reviewed policies and procedures to ensure compliance with relevant laws and regulations.
- Mentored new employees, providing guidance on roles, responsibilities, and expectations of the position.
- Composed and transcribed well-written reports, emails, and technical documents with minimal supervision.
- Established and maintained strong relationships with various school districts.
Speech Language Pathologist
Cross Speech & Language
08.2017 - 04.2019
- Evaluated and diagnosed patients with speech, language, voice, and fluency disorders using standardized assessments and clinical observations.
- Developed evidence-based treatment plans that effectively addressed the unique needs of each patient, leading to improved outcomes over time.
- Facilitated parent education sessions on topics related to early intervention strategies for speech and language delays in young children.
- Created and implemented treatment plans intended to address speech and language issues in collaboration with other clinical professionals.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Communicative Disorders & Deaf Studies
California State University - Fresno
Fresno, CA05.2012
Master of Arts - Communication Disorders & Deaf Studies
California State University - Fresno
Fresno, CA05.2014
Skills
- Collaboration and Teamwork
- Multicultural Sensitivity
- Creativity and Innovation
- Caseload Management
- Progress Monitoring
- Documentation & Reporting
- Flexible Schedule
- CPR/AED
- Speech and Language Evaluations
- Treatment Planning
Certification
- American Speech-Hearing Association (ASHA) -valid through 3/2025 (14112124)
- California Speech Pathologist License - valid through 3/2025 (23436)
Timeline
Individualized Education Plan (IEP) Chairperson
Santa Barbara County Education Office
08.2018 - 06.2020
Speech Language Pathologist
Cross Speech & Language
08.2017 - 04.2019
Speech Language Pathologist
Santa Barbara County Education Office
08.2014 - Current
Bachelor of Arts - Communicative Disorders & Deaf Studies
California State University - Fresno
Master of Arts - Communication Disorders & Deaf Studies
California State University - Fresno
- American Speech-Hearing Association (ASHA) -valid through 3/2025 (14112124)
- California Speech Pathologist License - valid through 3/2025 (23436)
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