Farah Aboukhatwa
Surrey,BC
Summary
Enthusiastic Speech-language pathologist with experience is treating and diagnosing speech, language, and communication disorders. A motivated therapist working on creating a positive impact in patients lives and improving speech and language challenges through friendly and flexible approaches.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Speech Therapist
Nexus Speech Therapy
04.2021 - 09.2023
- Engaged parents and families in therapy process to support student progress.
- Wrote reports detailing interventions and student responses.
- Assisted teachers and administrators with updates and modifications to curriculum for specific student needs.
- Designed and carried out individualized treatment plans for patients who suffered from strokes and other brain injuries.
- Monitored student progress according to goals.
Speech-Language Pathologist
Surrey Schools District
03.2019 - 02.2021
- Educated patients and family members about various topics such as communication techniques
- Monitored patients' progress and adjusted treatments accordingly.
- Built understanding of individual patients issues through evaluations.
- Provided students with variety of communication systems depending on severity of their speech.
- Worked with students on their ability to articulate words clearly.
- Collaborated with school staff, patients, and healthcare professionals to provide adequate care.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Speech-Language Pathology
University of British Columbia
Vancouver, BC08.2014
Skills
- Assessment and diagnosis of patients
- Individualized and effective treatment planing
- Strong communication skills
- Proficiency in speech therapy technology
- Efficient time management
- Positive attitude in work environment
- Problem solving skills
- Empathy and patience with clients
Volunteering
Early Child Educator Assistant 09/2011 to 04/2013
Langley School District
- Supporting learning activates
- Providing emotional support to children
- Assisting with special needs children
- Communication with teachers and parents
Senior Speech Therapy Volunteer 03/2012 to 07/2015
Guildford Senior Village
- Engaging in converstations with elderly residents to promote communication.
- Assisting with the use of technology to enhance communication.
- Worked with elders with dementia and brain injuries to improve their speech and comprehension.
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Chinese (Mandarin)
Full Professional
Certification
- Legal licensee of speech pathology in BC.
- Certification of Clinical Competence in Speech-Language Pathology (SLP).
- Class five driver's license.
Timeline
Speech Therapist
Nexus Speech Therapy
04.2021 - 09.2023
Speech-Language Pathologist
Surrey Schools District
03.2019 - 02.2021
Bachelor of Science - Speech-Language Pathology
University of British Columbia
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