Savonna McGlothlin
Barre,VT
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
SLP- Student Clinician
Central Vermont Medical Center – Inpatient/ Outpatient Rehab
01.2024 - Current
- Conducted assessments of communication and swallowing abilities in clients.
- Administered standardized tests and interpreted results to determine diagnosis and treatment plan goals.
- Instructed clients in techniques for more effective communication.
- Maintained accurate clinical documentation and progress notes according to professional standards.
- Implemented evidence-based interventions to improve client outcomes.
- Taught clients how to improve speech with optimal control of facial muscles, jaw and breathing mechanisms.
- Consulted, evaluated and diagnosed communication and cognitive-communication deficits and dysphagia.
Behavior Interventionist
Washington County Mental Health Services
05.2020 - Current
- Implemented de-escalation techniques when needed to reduce stress levels among students displaying challenging behaviors.
- Tracked data on individual student performance to measure progress towards established goals.
- Utilized data collection methods such as frequency counts, duration recording, and ABC charts to monitor student progress.
- Provided guidance and support to students with challenging behaviors in classroom settings.
- Performed crisis prevention and intervention duties as needed including physical restraint if necessary.
- Assisted students in effectively navigating social and academic environments by building repertoire of skills.
- Developed and implemented behavior plans to promote positive behaviors in students.
- Observed student behavior in order to assess their strengths and weaknesses in order to develop appropriate strategies for addressing any issues that arise.
SLP- Student Clinician
Barre City Elementary School - Preschool
09.2023 - 12.2023
- Developed individualized treatment plans based on evaluation results to address client's needs.
- Facilitated group therapy sessions focused on social skills development and language comprehension activities.
- Evaluated clients' response to treatments by observing changes in behavior or performance levels.
- Adapted materials to meet the specific needs of each client.
- Maintained positive relationships with colleagues, supervisors, and community partners involved in client care plans.
- Provided assessment and treatment services for speech, language, fluency, voice, and swallowing disorders.
- Conducted screenings for a variety of communication impairments in various settings.
SLP - Student Clinician
The New School of Montpelier – Bridge Program
05.2023 - 08.2023
- Facilitated group therapy sessions for clients with social-pragmatic deficits.
- Developed activities that targeted cognitive-linguistic skills related to language processing.
- Collaborated with team members to develop individualized treatment plans.
- Actively monitored environmental factors that may affect a client's ability to communicate effectively.
Ongoing Specialist
Department of Child Safety
10.2017 - 11.2018
- Collaborated with parents, placement agencies and courts to effectively coordinate treatment plans for children.
- Developed individualized service plans based on identified needs and strengths of each client served.
- Conducted assessment interviews with clients and family members to gather information on social history, current functioning, and service needs.
- Provided case management services to clients with mental health and substance abuse issues.
- Collaborated with other professionals such as psychiatrists, probation officers, attorneys, school personnel to coordinate care for clients.
- Provided case management services including intake, assessment, crisis intervention, advocacy, referral and monitoring of families.
- Adhered to ethical standards outlined by relevant professional organizations when providing services to clients.
Education
M.S. - Communication Sciences And Disorders
University of Vermont
Vermont05.2024
B.S. - Psychological Sciences
Northern Arizona University
Flagstaff, AZ01.2017
B.S. - Sociology
Northern Arizona University
Flagstaff, AZ01.2017
Skills
- Interdisciplinary Collaboration
- Individualized Treatment Plans
- Caseload Management
- Speech and Language Evaluation
- Patient Advocacy
- Problem-Solving Aptitude
- Adaptability and Flexibility
- Communication Strategies
- Interpersonal Skills
- Written Communication
Timeline
SLP- Student Clinician
Central Vermont Medical Center – Inpatient/ Outpatient Rehab
01.2024 - Current
SLP- Student Clinician
Barre City Elementary School - Preschool
09.2023 - 12.2023
SLP - Student Clinician
The New School of Montpelier – Bridge Program
05.2023 - 08.2023
Behavior Interventionist
Washington County Mental Health Services
05.2020 - Current
Ongoing Specialist
Department of Child Safety
10.2017 - 11.2018
M.S. - Communication Sciences And Disorders
University of Vermont
B.S. - Psychological Sciences
Northern Arizona University
B.S. - Sociology
Northern Arizona University
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