Ashley Wells
Hammond
Summary
Certified Speech-Language Pathologist with 15 years of experience, adept in multicultural sensitivity and advanced therapeutic techniques. Excelled in enhancing communication skills across diverse student populations, achieving significant improvements. Known for exceptional collaboration and innovative treatment planning, mentoring new professionals and supervised graduate students, demonstrating a profound impact on both patient outcomes and educational practices.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Speech-Language Pathologist
Livingston Parish Public Schools
08.2009 - Current
- Evaluated and diagnosed students ages 3-21 with articulation, language, voice, and fluency disorders using standardized assessments and clinical observations.
- Contributed to the improvement of school-wide communication strategies by providing expert consultation to administrators and teachers.
- Provided information on speech improvement techniques and non-verbal communication methods.
- Created and implemented treatment plans intended to address speech and language issues in collaboration with other clinical professionals.
- Customized therapeutic interventions for culturally diverse populations, ensuring sensitivity to individual values, beliefs, and communication styles while delivering effective care.
- Improved patient communication skills by implementing individualized therapy plans tailored to their specific needs.
- Implemented group therapy sessions for individuals with a variety communication challenges, promoting peer support and increased motivation.
- Enhanced speech and language development in children by designing engaging activities and exercises targeting various skill levels.
- Documented developments and regressions in students' speech, making treatment adjustments based on latest information.
- Established strong relationships with patients and families, fostering trust and collaboration towards shared treatment goals.
- Served as a mentor for new Speech-Language Pathologists, providing guidance on best practices while fostering an environment conducive to learning and growth.
- Served as a supervisor for Speech-Language Pathology graduate students from various local universities to provide guidance and instruction on providing evaluation and treatment to students in the school setting.
Education
Master of Science - Communication Sciences And Disorders
Southeastern Louisiana University
Hammond, LA12.2008
Bachelor of Science - Communication Sciences And Disorders
Southeastern Louisiana University
Hammond, LA05.2006
Skills
- Collaboration and Teamwork
- Multicultural Sensitivity
- Patience and Tolerance
- Therapeutic Techniques
- Technology proficiency
- Assessment abilities
- SOAP notes expertise
- Oral Expression
- Team Collaboration
- Caseload Management
- Progress Monitoring
- Relationship Building
- Documentation And Reporting
- Documentation skills
- Articulation therapy
- Speech and Language Evaluation
- Critical Thinking
- Attention to Detail
- Activity Planning
- Assistive Technologies
- Active Listening
- Diagnostic Testing
- Communication Strategies
- Treatment Planning
- Creative Thinking
- Treatment Plan Development
- Treatment Adjustments
- Teacher Assistance
- Diagnostic Analysis
- Report Preparation
- Studenty Advocacy
- Decision-Making
Certification
Speech-Language Pathology State License- August 2009-current
ASHA Certification
ASHA Certificate of Clinical Competence (CCC) in Speech-Language Pathology
Timeline
Speech-Language Pathologist
Livingston Parish Public Schools
08.2009 - Current
Master of Science - Communication Sciences And Disorders
Southeastern Louisiana University
Bachelor of Science - Communication Sciences And Disorders
Southeastern Louisiana University
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