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Sara Harrison

Cedarburg,WI

Summary

Exceptional professional equipped to guide clients through challenges and foster personal growth. Strong background in providing emotional support, conflict resolution, and developing coping strategies. Proven ability to collaborate effectively within team to achieve impactful results. Adaptable and dependable with focus on active listening, empathy, and problem-solving skills.

Overview

31
31
years of professional experience

Work History

Household CEO

Harrison Family
01.1999 - Current

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  • Demonstrated a strong work ethic in a fast-paced environments, while being highly organized.
  • Assisted young adults in setting realistic goals, developing action plans, and monitoring progress towards achievement.
  • Guided individuals in developing skills and strategies for dealing with problems.
  • Used cognitive behavior therapy to assist individuals in recognizing and redirecting poor habits.
  • Improved individuals satisfaction through consistent communication, empathy, and understanding of their unique challenges..
  • Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment as a coach , yearly school volunteer coordinator, club leader and team parent coordinator
  • Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations with ease.,
  • Utilized excellent communication skills both verbal and written.
  • created a positive and supportive environment while maintaining professionalism and respect for individual needs (while tutoring, mentoring and serving as committee chairs)
  • Demonstrated respect, friendliness; and empathy while maintaining a judgement free zone .
  • managed day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively to reach goals and individual objectives for individuals
  • Worked flexible hours across night, weekend, and holiday.
  • Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
  • Established trusting relationships with individuals, creating an open dialogue that provided empathy and support for the individual ,


Speech Language Pathologist

Batavia School District
11.1998 - 06.2001
  • 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 developmenti 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.
  • Customized therapeutic interventions for culturally diverse populations, ensuring sensitivity to individual values, beliefs, and communication styles while delivering effective care.
  • Developed evidence-based treatment plans that effectively addressed the unique needs of each patient, leading to improved outcomes over time.
  • Increased patient satisfaction by consistently delivering high-quality care and maintaining open lines of communication with families regarding progress updates.
  • Streamlined documentation processes, ensuring accurate and timely records for all patients.
  • Facilitated group therapy sessions, fostering social skills and peer interaction among clients with similar communication challenges.
  • Advocated for patients' needs, securing necessary resources and accommodations in educational settings.
  • Created and implemented treatment plans intended to address client issues in collaboration with other clinical professionals.

Middle School Teacher

Pacelli Catholic Schools
08.1994 - 06.1995
  • Provided one-on-one attention to students, while maintaining overall focus on entire group.
  • Completed in-service and additional training to maintain professional growth.
  • Enhanced classroom management and fostered a positive learning environment through consistent communication with students, parents, and colleagues.
  • Collaborated with fellow educators to create interdisciplinary projects that connected multiple subject areas for enhanced learning experiences.

Education

Master of Science - Communicative Disorders

Northern Illinois University
Dekalb, IL
12-1998

Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education

University Wisconsin Stevens Point
Stevens Point, WI
06-1994

Skills

  • Adept at conflict resolution
  • Treatment Planning
  • Client needs assessment
  • Family dynamics
  • Social skills teacher
  • Parenting skills educator
  • Therapy
  • Superior communication skills
  • Emotional support
  • Team collaboration
  • Verbal and written communication
  • Documentation

Timeline

Household CEO

Harrison Family
01.1999 - Current

Speech Language Pathologist

Batavia School District
11.1998 - 06.2001

Middle School Teacher

Pacelli Catholic Schools
08.1994 - 06.1995

Master of Science - Communicative Disorders

Northern Illinois University

Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education

University Wisconsin Stevens Point
Sara Harrison