Roswell Sutherland
Speech Language Pathologist at COWETA COUNTY SCHOOL DISTRICT- Claim this Profile
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American Sign Language Native or bilingual proficiency
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Spanish Limited working proficiency
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English Native or bilingual proficiency
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Credentials
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Fiberoptic endoscopic evaluation of swallowing (FEES) Competency
SA SWALLOWING SERVICES, PLLCSep, 2022- Oct, 2024 -
Stuttering Measurement System- Completion of Training
Stuttering Measurement System and UGA Speech and Hearing ClinicJun, 2022- Oct, 2024 -
Modified Barium Swallow Impairment Profile (MBSImp)- Completion of Graduate Student Training
NORTHERN SPEECH SERVICES, INC.May, 2022- Oct, 2024 -
Montreal Cognitive Assessment (MOCA) Certified Rater
MoCA CognitionJan, 2022- Oct, 2024 -
iCare Brain Injury Psychiatry Program: Psychiatric Aspects of Brain Injury
Brain Injury Psychiatry ProgramJan, 2022- Oct, 2024 -
• Interact-ABI-lity: Certificate of Course Completion
University of Sydney: ABI Communication LabJan, 2022- Oct, 2024 -
SPEAK OUT! and LOUD Crowd Trained Clinician
Parkinson Voice ProjectJan, 2021- Oct, 2024 -
Trained Support Service Provider for Deaf-Blind Individuals
GeorgiaMay, 2018- Oct, 2024 -
Speech and Language Pathology (FLD 802)- Standard Professional Service Certificate
Georgia Professional Standards CommissionJun, 2023- Oct, 2024 -
Basic Life Support (BLS)
American Heart AssociationJul, 2022- Oct, 2024
Experience
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COWETA COUNTY SCHOOL DISTRICT
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United States
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Primary and Secondary Education
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1 - 100 Employee
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Speech Language Pathologist
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Jun 2023 - Present
Provide assessment and intervention for primarily middle and high school students of various eligibilities, including: autism, specific learning disability, speech-language impairment, intellectual disability, deaf/hard of hearing, and emotional and behavioral disorder Work with parents, classroom teachers, and students to successfully and effectively implement low, mid, and high tech augmentative and alternative communication (AAC) systems for children with complex communication needs.Provide push-in services in self-contained classes to support functional communication in natural environments, to provide teacher education to support generalization of developing skills, and assist in the development of life-skills.Follow behavioral intervention plans to encourage positive behaviors and to redirect undesired behaviors for students who have a demonstrated a history of aggression or avoidance in the classroom setting Participate in IEP meetings and family conferences to address educational concerns and develop goals for students receiving speech and language services Show less
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Speech Language Pathology Graduate Student Intern
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Jan 2023 - May 2023
Below is a description of my internship experience with the Coweta County School System prior to full time employment:Completed evaluations to assist in determining eligibility for speech-language intervention services and to support the creation of appropriate intervention goals. Provided intervention services, with support form the supervising SLP, to support students in progressing toward annual IEP goals and in academic coursework. Followed behavioral intervention plans to encourage positive behaviors and to redirect undesired behaviors for students who have a demonstrated a history of aggression or avoidance in the classroom setting Attended and supported supervising SLP during IEP meetings and family conferences to address educational concerns and develop goals for students receiving speech and language services Show less
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Shepherd Center
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United States
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Hospitals
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700 & Above Employee
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Graduate Student Speech-Language Pathology Intern
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Jul 2022 - Dec 2022
At Shepherd Center, I worked primarily with the SHARE Military Initiative, a comprehensive outpatient rehabilitative day program for military veterans, active service members, and first responders who have a history of mild to moderate traumatic brain injuries and mental health concerns. Completed language and cognitive-linguistic evaluations using of a variety of assessment tools to determine the impact of a client's traumatic brain injury on their abilities in these areas Assessments including: The Repeatable Battery for the Assessment of Neuropsychological Status (RBANS), Western Aphasia Battery (WAB), Speed and Capacity of Language Processing Test (SCOLP),Functional Assessment of Verbal Reasoning & Executive Functioning (FAVRES), La Trobe Communication Questionnaire, Behavior Rating Inventory of Executive Function-Adult (BREIF-A), amongst others. Utilized motivational interviewing to identify strengths, areas of deficit and desired functional outcomes. Provided evidenced-based cognitive-linguistic interventions such as Attention Process Training, Metacognitive Strategy Training, Auditory Habituation and Dual Task Training, Emotion Regulation Strategy Training, etc. Led both individual and group therapy sessions. Instructed clients on use of compensatory strategies such as external memory aids, assistive technology, self advocacy strategies, etc. Collaborated with interdisciplinary therapy team of physical, occupational, recreational therapist and behavioral health specialists to support a holistic therapeutic model of service delivery. Served clients with complex psychological and neurological disorders, including: functional neurologic disorder ("conversion disorder"), post-traumatic stress disorder, major depressive disorder, and general and social anxiety disorders, and frontotemporal dementia (specifically, primary progressive aphasia). Provided family education to support clients in their everyday lives after completion of the program. Show less
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University of Georgia Athletic Association
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United States
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Spectator Sports
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200 - 300 Employee
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Assistant Learning Specialist
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Aug 2021 - May 2022
Mentored and supported at-risk student-athletes with documented learning disabilities or differences and those with history of poor academic performance. Collaborated with each student-athlete to develop and enhance academic skills such as schedule management, processing and learning course content using evidence-based learning strategies, self-advocacy to request and use academic accommodations and modifications, and metacognitive self-monitoring strategies to promote positive learning outcomes. Show less
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The University of Georgia
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Higher Education
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700 & Above Employee
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Graduate Student Clinician-UGA Speech and Hearing Clinic
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Aug 2021 - May 2022
Planned and executed assessment protocols to evaluate those with suspected speech and/or language impairments across a variety of disorders Developed and implemented treatment plans for a variety of speech and language disorders in pediatric, adult, and geriatric populations Conducted community education, outreach, advocacy by attending, tabeling, and presenting at various community events. Topics included: Voice and cognitive therapy for individuals with Parkinson's Disease, hearing health, and gender affirming voice modification services for Transgender individuals. Provided speech, language, and hearing screenings for elementary and middle school aged children in public and private schools in the greater Athens area. Show less
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Education
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2021 - 2023
The University of Georgia
Master of Arts - MA, Communication Sciences and Disorders -
2018 - 2021
The University of Georgia
Bachelor of Science in Education, Communication Sciences and Disorders
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