Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Accomplishments
Languages
Certification
hobbies
Timeline
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Veni Govender

Peterborough

Summary


Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Willingness to work at multiple sites to support teams as needed.

Overview

37
37
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Speech-Language Pathologist

Five Counties Children's Centre
08.2007 - Current
  • Improved patient communication skills by implementing individualized therapy plans tailored to their specific needs.
  • Provided information on speech improvement techniques and non-verbal communication methods.
  • Provided ongoing support for patients with voice disorders by designing vocal hygiene programs tailored to their specific needs.
  • Successfully advocated for increased funding towards Speech-Language Pathology services within educational institutions resulting in expanded supports available for students who needed them most.
  • Created and implemented treatment plans intended to address speech and language issues in collaboration with other clinical professionals.
  • Facilitated improvement in clients' control of breathing mechanisms, jaw and facial muscles.
  • Established strong relationships with patients and families, fostering trust and collaboration towards shared treatment goals.
  • Facilitated parent education sessions on topics related to early intervention strategies for speech and language delays in young children.
  • Built solid understanding of individual patients issues through analysis of speech and hearing evaluations.
  • Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to create comprehensive treatment plans for patients with complex communication disorders.
  • Developed evidence-based treatment plans that effectively addressed the unique needs of each patient, leading to improved outcomes over time.
  • Contributed to the development of a clinic-wide documentation system that streamlined patient records and facilitated efficient information sharing among interdisciplinary team members.
  • Effectively managed caseloads within a variety of settings including schools, private practice, hospitals, and children's treatment centres.
  • Served as a mentor for new Speech-Language Pathologists, providing guidance on best practices while fostering an environment conducive to learning and growth.
  • Implemented group therapy sessions for individuals with similar communication challenges, promoting peer support and increased motivation.
  • Provided professional development opportunities for colleagues by organizing workshops on current trends in speech-language pathology practices.
  • Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
  • Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
  • Cultivated interpersonal skills by building positive relationships with others.
  • Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
  • Acted as a team leader in group projects, delegating tasks and providing feedback.
  • Participated in team projects, demonstrating an ability to work collaboratively and effectively.
  • Resolved problems, improved operations and provided exceptional service.
  • Adaptable and proficient in learning new concepts quickly and efficiently.
  • Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.

Speech-Language Pathologist

Community Rehab
10.2001 - 03.2004

Provided School based rehab services to clients aged 4-18 years of age

  • Improved patient communication skills by implementing individualized therapy plans tailored to their specific needs.

Speech-Language Pathologist

Daydawn Public School
08.1990 - 06.2001
  • Created and implemented treatment plans intended to address speech and language issues in collaboration with other clinical professionals.
  • Worked with education and medical personnel to develop strategies allowing better communication with individuals with speech and hearing impediments.
  • Evaluated and diagnosed patients with speech, language, voice, and fluency disorders using standardized assessments and clinical observations.
  • Customized therapeutic interventions for culturally diverse populations, ensuring sensitivity to individual values, beliefs, and communication styles while delivering effective care.

Audiologist

King Edward Memorial Hospital
03.1987 - 08.1990
  • Recommended and fitted assistive listening devices and protection devices to improve hearing.
  • Measured hearing acuity and identified type and degree of hearing loss for patients by performing pure tone audiometry, speech audiometry and immittance audiometry testing.
  • Took ear impressions and molds, ordered instruments, and fitted devices, making adjustments for comfort and optimal functionality.
  • Mentored audiology students during clinical rotations, fostering a positive learning environment while sharing expertise.
  • Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to ensure comprehensive care for patients with hearing and balance disorders.
  • Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to maintain current knowledge of best practices within the field of audiology.
  • Performed vestibular testing to diagnose and treat balance disorders, improving patient quality of life.

Education

Master of Arts - General Linguistics

University of Stellenbosch
Stellenbosch, South Africa
01.2001

Bachelor of Arts - Speech And Hearing Therapy

University of Durban Westville
Durban, South Africa
03.1987

Skills

-Highly organized and efficient

-Able to manage a large case-load efficiently

-dependable and reliable

-strong work ethic

-strong problem solving skills

-leadership experience in mentoring, and supervising colleagues

-fosters a positive work environment

- multi tasks efficiently

-strong communication skills

Accomplishments

  • Used Microsoft Excel to develop case-load tracking spreadsheets.
  • Collaborated with team of SLP's and CDA's in the development of parent training programs
  • Supervised team of 6 staff members including CDAs and SLP.
  • Organized summer schedules for CDAs by completing all the assessments needed with accuracy and efficiency.
  • Achieved 50% waitlist reduction at the Peterborough, Dr Mary Thain site through completing assessment and therapy plans for 178 children.
  • Awarded employee of the year award (2023)
  • Organized and effectively managed a caseload of 350 clients in the SBRS program and 4 CDA's through effective and efficient assessments and goal writing for support staff.
  • Collaborated with team in Lindsay in Lindsay to reduce waitlists in incentre and SBRS programs
  • Built capacities in multiple students, mentees and colleagues through effective leadership and mentorship. .
  • Resolved issues about staffing at multiple sites through innovative solutions and by taking on extra duties as needed.

Languages

English
Full Professional

Certification

  • ADOS training- Bloorview: 2018
  • Motor speech certificate: Speech and Stuttering institute - 2019
  • Meaningful speech -certificate 2021
  • Licensed Speech-Language Pathologist
  • Registered CASLPO-2023-2024
  • Early Language Parent training programs : Hanen: current certification in MTW, TW, Talkability.

hobbies

Long distance running

walking

weight training

spinning

water sports

Timeline

Speech-Language Pathologist

Five Counties Children's Centre
08.2007 - Current

Speech-Language Pathologist

Community Rehab
10.2001 - 03.2004

Speech-Language Pathologist

Daydawn Public School
08.1990 - 06.2001

Audiologist

King Edward Memorial Hospital
03.1987 - 08.1990

Master of Arts - General Linguistics

University of Stellenbosch

Bachelor of Arts - Speech And Hearing Therapy

University of Durban Westville
Veni Govender