Experience

Tender Touch Rehab Services LLC

• United States
• Hospitals and Health Care
• 500 - 600 Employee

• Graduate Student Clinician

  • Jan 2023 - May 2023

  Stratford, New Jersey, United States • Conducted comprehensive speech and language evaluations using evidence-based assessment tools, such as the Bedside Swallowing Evaluation, Montreal Cognitive Assessment (MoCA), Brief Interview for Mental Status (BIMS), and Saint Louis University Mental Status Examination (SLUMS), to identify cognitive-communication and swallowing impairments in geriatric patients with diverse medical conditions. • Developed individualized treatment plans, utilizing cognitive-linguistic therapy techniques… Show more • Conducted comprehensive speech and language evaluations using evidence-based assessment tools, such as the Bedside Swallowing Evaluation, Montreal Cognitive Assessment (MoCA), Brief Interview for Mental Status (BIMS), and Saint Louis University Mental Status Examination (SLUMS), to identify cognitive-communication and swallowing impairments in geriatric patients with diverse medical conditions. • Developed individualized treatment plans, utilizing cognitive-linguistic therapy techniques, such as memory and attention training, semantic feature analysis, and spaced retrieval, to address cognitive-communication deficits and improve communication skills in patients with neurodegenerative disorders. • Implemented cognitive-communication strategies, including simplification and repetition of information, visual aids, and verbal cues • Conducted therapy sessions to improve swallowing function, utilizing techniques such as effortful swallow, supraglottic swallow, and exercises to improve oral motor strength and range of motion, to reduce the risk of aspiration and improve patient safety and quality of life. • Provided education and training to patients and their families on communication and swallowing strategies, including the use of modified diets, adaptive equipment, and safe feeding practices, to support functional communication and safe swallowing. • Documented patient progress and treatment outcomes accurately and efficiently using electronic medical records • Maintained a safe and clean therapy environment and ensured compliance with facility policies and procedures Show less



Sunny Days® Sunshine Center

• United States
• Individual and Family Services
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Graduate Student Clinician

  • Sep 2022 - Dec 2022

  Edison, New Jersey, United States • Developed and implemented individualized therapy plans utilizing evidence-based interventions for students with autism, attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), articulation disorders, phonological disorders, expressive and receptive language deficits, and fluency disorders • Conducted diagnostic evaluations using standardized and non-standardized assessments across all domains of speech and language, including the Comprehensive Assessment of Spoken Language (CASL), Clinical… Show more • Developed and implemented individualized therapy plans utilizing evidence-based interventions for students with autism, attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), articulation disorders, phonological disorders, expressive and receptive language deficits, and fluency disorders • Conducted diagnostic evaluations using standardized and non-standardized assessments across all domains of speech and language, including the Comprehensive Assessment of Spoken Language (CASL), Clinical Evaluation of Language Fundamentals (CELF), Goldman-Fristoe Test of Articulation-3 (GFTA-3) to determine appropriate speech-language therapy recommendations • Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members, including psychologists, occupational therapists, and behavioral therapists, to ensure coordinated and comprehensive care for each student • Provided education and training to parents and caregivers on communication strategies and techniques to promote carryover of skills in the home and community setting • Maintained accurate and timely documentation of therapy sessions, progress reports, and communication with team members Show less



Ethel Mcknight Elementary School

• Graduate Student Clinician

  • Feb 2022 - Jun 2022

  East Windsor, New Jersey, United States • Treated a caseload of 34 children, grades K-2, with communication disorders, including expressive and receptive language delay/disorder, speech sound disorders, phonological disorders, and fluency • Administered standardized tests (e.g., Goldman-Fristoe Test of Articulation - 3, Arizona Articulation Proficiency Scale - 4, Oral and Written Language Scales - II, Expressive One-Word Picture Vocabulary Test - 4, Receptive One-Word Picture Vocabulary Test - 4, and the WORD Test 3) to… Show more • Treated a caseload of 34 children, grades K-2, with communication disorders, including expressive and receptive language delay/disorder, speech sound disorders, phonological disorders, and fluency • Administered standardized tests (e.g., Goldman-Fristoe Test of Articulation - 3, Arizona Articulation Proficiency Scale - 4, Oral and Written Language Scales - II, Expressive One-Word Picture Vocabulary Test - 4, Receptive One-Word Picture Vocabulary Test - 4, and the WORD Test 3) to diagnostically evaluate • Developed individualized and group lesson plans, using evidence-based therapeutic techniques, to target each student's specific IEP goals. • Employed augmentative and alternative communication (AAC) tools and methods, such as using an AAC board, to enhance communication abilities for non-verbal students. • Monitored student progress and treatment outcomes through the collection of data, utilizing tools such as data collection sheets and completed daily SOAP notes. Show less



ENMU Speech and Hearing Rehabilitation Outreach Center

• Graduate Student Clinician

  • Aug 2021 - Dec 2021

  Portales, New Mexico, United States • Provided on-site intervention services to school-age client with Childhood Apraxia of Speech and school-age client with Global Language Disorder • Monitored and recorded patient progress in response to therapy • Conducted pre-school speech and language screening, and hearing screening • Developed weekly lesson plans containing stimulating activities based on client’s interest and goals • Motivated client to engage in therapy session using a positive reinforcement behavioral… Show more • Provided on-site intervention services to school-age client with Childhood Apraxia of Speech and school-age client with Global Language Disorder • Monitored and recorded patient progress in response to therapy • Conducted pre-school speech and language screening, and hearing screening • Developed weekly lesson plans containing stimulating activities based on client’s interest and goals • Motivated client to engage in therapy session using a positive reinforcement behavioral program • Maintained a clean therapy environment by sanitizing toys and materials after use • Demonstrated punctual attendance at therapy sessions • Gained experience with writing clinical assignments, SOAP notes, and semester reports • Created appropriate long-term and short-term goals for clients. • Collected data on clients to monitor progress each session using data collection sheets Show less



The Fedcap Group

• Non-profit Organizations
• 500 - 600 Employee

• HR Coordinator

  • Mar 2018 - Dec 2018

  New York, New York • Oversee digitalization of 3,400 employee files and supervise two file clerks • Manage HR internship program, supervising 3 classes of interns, 8 interns in total, and saving the department approximately $10,000 in wages • Support three HR Business Partners on various projects and tasks • Process and maintain Workers Compensation Claims, Short Term Disability, FMLA, and Personal Leave Requests, including analyzing and reconciling leave discrepancies • Managing Open Enrollment 2018… Show more • Oversee digitalization of 3,400 employee files and supervise two file clerks • Manage HR internship program, supervising 3 classes of interns, 8 interns in total, and saving the department approximately $10,000 in wages • Support three HR Business Partners on various projects and tasks • Process and maintain Workers Compensation Claims, Short Term Disability, FMLA, and Personal Leave Requests, including analyzing and reconciling leave discrepancies • Managing Open Enrollment 2018 activities • Main point of contact for current and past employment verification requests and subpoenas

• HR Assistant

  • Nov 2017 - Mar 2018

  New York, New York • Organized bi-weekly New Hire Orientation, creating new hire packets, and creating ID badges • Source resumes and screen candidates to assess potential fit within Fedcap programs; present top candidates to recruiting team • Manage the on-boarding process and conduct background checks while ensuring the completion and accuracy of all pre-employment processes and forms while maintaining data integrity



AmeriCorps

• Government Administration
• 700 & Above Employee

• Team Leader

  • Sep 2016 - Jul 2017

  Brooklyn, New York • Prepared children attending pre-school in low-income neighbors for school success through individualized attention • Coordinated team administration, including facilitating well organized team meetings, managing notes and records, and communicating regularly with classroom teachers and the site’s manager/supervisor



LUSH

• Senior Sales Ambassador

  • Jun 2015 - Jul 2016

  Albany, New York • Managed full cycle recruiting process for store that includes networking, interviewing, employment offer, and preparing new hire paperwork • Improved customer/employee retention with coaching during training and route observations • Developed and executed marking strategies resulting in increased company exposure, customer traffic, and sales • Handled operational running of shop, such as, meeting shops labor and scheduling needs, inventory, and profit