Amy Douglass
Fuquay-Varina
Summary
Neurodiversity affirming Speech-Language Pathologist with extensive pediatric experience, specializing in early intervention, Autism Spectrum Disorders, and literacy. Proven track record in developing individualized treatment plans that enhance social and functional communication skills, and foster collaboration with families. Skilled in multicultural sensitivity, ensuring effective therapy outcomes for diverse client populations. Experienced clinical supervisor.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Speech-Language Pathologist
Pediatric Therapy Associates & Sports Medicine
03.2022 - Current
- Manage caseload for 50+ pediatric clients, ages 16 months to 18 years.
- Conduct comprehensive assessments to evaluate speech and language development in pediatric clients.
- Develop and implement individualized treatment plans tailored to each child's needs and goals.
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to enhance client care and ensure holistic treatment approaches.
- Utilize evidence-based practices to improve communication skills and social interaction in pediatric clients.
- Educate families on speech-language strategies to support their child's development at home.
- Establish relationships with clients and families, fostering trust and collaboration towards shared treatment goals.
- Customize therapeutic interventions for culturally diverse populations, ensuring sensitivity to individual values, beliefs, and communication styles while delivering effective care.
- Supervise Speech-Language Pathology graduate students, providing mentorship and hands-on education for ethical considerations, best practices, and evidence-based assessment and intervention for pediatric clients.
- Collaborate with North Carolina Infant-Toddler program for providing early intervention services for children with Individualized Family Service Plans (IFSP) through the Raleigh Children's Developmental Services Agency (CDSA)
- Facilitate AAC assessments and coordinate process for securing speech generating devices for pediatric clients
Speech-Language Pathologist
Harnett County Schools
11.2020 - 03.2022
- Managed caseload of 60+ students in middle school setting, including multiple self-contained and cross categorical resource classrooms
- Completed timely documentation to ensure compliance with school, state, and federal guidelines.
- Conducted comprehensive assessments to evaluate speech and language development in students.
- Enhanced students' communication skills and educational success by developing and implementing individualized education plans.
- Utilized evidence-based practices to improve communication skills and social interaction in students.
- Monitored and documented progress, adjusting therapy techniques as needed.
Speech-Language Pathologist Intern
Harnett County Schools
01.2020 - 03.2020
- Conducted comprehensive speech and language assessments.
- Developed and implemented individualized treatment plans for elementary school students.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams.
- Utilized evidence-based strategies to improve student outcomes.
Education
Master of Communication Disorders
University of South Carolina
Columbia, SC12-2020
Pre-Speech Language Pathology Program
Western Kentucky University
Bowling Green, KY05-2017
Bachelor of Arts - Economics
University of North Texas
Denton, TX12-1997
Skills
- Early intervention
- Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASD)
- Natural Language Acquisition
- School-aged literacy assessment and intervention
- Supervision
- Parent/caregiver coaching
Certification
- Certificate of Clinical Competence in Speech Language Pathology (CCC-SLP) - ASHA
- Licensed Speech-Language Pathologist - State of North Carolina
- Natural Language Acquisition Trained Clinician Registry
- Basic Life Support (BLS) Certified
Timeline
Speech-Language Pathologist
Pediatric Therapy Associates & Sports Medicine
03.2022 - Current
Speech-Language Pathologist
Harnett County Schools
11.2020 - 03.2022
Speech-Language Pathologist Intern
Harnett County Schools
01.2020 - 03.2020
Master of Communication Disorders
University of South Carolina
Pre-Speech Language Pathology Program
Western Kentucky University
Bachelor of Arts - Economics
University of North Texas
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