Melissa Bradbury
Dedham
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Certified Speech Language Pathologist
Proven Behavior Solutions
Stoughton
06.2024 - Current
- Program and implement Augmentative Alternative Communication devices for individuals with expressive communication disorders.
- Administer and interpret diagnostic assessments to provide individualized care to clients.
- Complete clinical documentation to report individuals goals, progress, and future therapy plans.
CF Speech Language Pathologist
Mentor South Bay Community Early Intervention
Brockton
07.2023 - Current
- Provide Speech and Language services to families and their children from birth to 3 years old.
- Assist in creating and following IFSP paperwork to focus on families/child's individualized priorities and outcomes in overall development.
- Administer, score, and document the BDI-3 to determine eligibility for early intervention services.
- Collaborate with Developmental Specialists, Occupational Therapists, Physical Therapists, Mental Health Therapists, and BCBA's to support families wants/needs.
- Lead toddler play group sessions to focus on over all communication, social skills, peer interaction, and additional IFSP outcomes.
Graduate Student Clinician
Bridgewater State University Speech Language Literacy Center
Bridgewater
09.2021 - Current
- Administer evaluations and treatment plans for individuals with varying ages and needs, such as pediatric articulation and language disorders and SPEAK OUT adult clients.
- Complete diagnostic reports on clients goals, progress, and future therapy plans.
Nanny
Private Family
Medfield
05.2021 - Current
- Provide childcare to a 4 year old child with Prader Willi Syndrome.
- Responsible for preparing food that is recommended by the child's nutritionist.
- Transport child to Speech Therapy once a week.
- Assist with homework that is prepared by the child's Speech Language Pathologist.
Graduate Student Clinician
Charles River Adult Day Program
Needham
09.2022 - 12.2022
- Administer Speech and Language evaluations on individuals diagnosed with intellectual disabilities and Autism Spectrum Disorders.
- Complete diagnostic reports based on formal and informal testing.
- Interpret assessment results and develop functional goals for clients.
- Interact with Day Habilitation Staff, Case Managers, families, and Residential Staff to best support the clients wants and needs.
- Develop Augmentative Alternative Communication tools on Board Marker to provide clients with individualized ways to communicate with others throughout their day.
Graduate Student Clinician
Dedham Early Childhood Education Center
Dedham
02.2022 - 06.2022
- Led one to one sessions, group sessions, and inclusion lessons with children ranging from 3-7 years old.
- Administered standardized tests, informal observations, and screenings.
- Developed reports regarding formal and informal testing.
- Presented at IEP meetings to parents and professionals regarding children diagnostic results and future goals.
Group Leader
Tobin Beaudet Schools
Needham
05.2019 - 01.2020
- Responsible for groups of 12 children aged 5 to 8 years old throughout the summer and school year.
- Communicated with my team on a regular basis, keeping them informed of all activity within the school involving the children, faculty and parents.
- Prepared and led daily learning activities to keep the children safe and intrigued.
- Displayed strong organization skills to clean and disinfect all rooms, toys, and other materials that are being used on a daily basis, once families left the building.
Intern
Reach Early Intervention Program
Northampton
09.2019 - 12.2019
- Assisted playgroup staff with preparation, planning and providing support to children ages 0-3 with varying needs (including birth defects, developmental delays and disabilities) and their families.
- Utilized music therapy by leading circle time to facilitate language.
- Swam with children and care givers to activate their motor skills in the water, while using water toys to create greater communication skills.
- Shadowed Speech Language Pathologists, Physical Therapists and Occupational Therapists, viewing individualized intervention strategies.
Education
Masters - Speech Language Pathology
Bridgewater State University
Bridgewater, MA05.2023
Bachelor of Science - Communication Disorders, Education
University of Massachusetts Amherst
Amherst, MA05.2021
Certification
- CPR/First Aid
- MBSImP
- SPEAK OUT & The Loud Crowd
Volunteer Experience
- The Boltwood Project, A Community Service Outreach Learning Program Volunteer, Amherst, MA, 01/01/19, 05/01/21, Attended weekly group sessions to prepare and organize recreational activities for a group of individuals with various cognitive and physical disabilities., Provided a comfortable and sociable environment for individuals to learn new skills and form friendships through cooking, art, talent shows, and themed parties., Created a safe environment where individuals felt heard and supported by their community.
- Letter of Developmental Disabilities and Human Services, Student, Amherst, MA, 09/01/18, 05/01/21, Completed course work related to individuals with intellectual disabilities and Autism Spectrum Disorder., Completed internship opportunities to obtain experience and skills necessary to work with this population.
Timeline
Certified Speech Language Pathologist
Proven Behavior Solutions
06.2024 - Current
CF Speech Language Pathologist
Mentor South Bay Community Early Intervention
07.2023 - Current
Graduate Student Clinician
Charles River Adult Day Program
09.2022 - 12.2022
Graduate Student Clinician
Dedham Early Childhood Education Center
02.2022 - 06.2022
Graduate Student Clinician
Bridgewater State University Speech Language Literacy Center
09.2021 - Current
Nanny
Private Family
05.2021 - Current
Intern
Reach Early Intervention Program
09.2019 - 12.2019
Group Leader
Tobin Beaudet Schools
05.2019 - 01.2020
Masters - Speech Language Pathology
Bridgewater State University
Bachelor of Science - Communication Disorders, Education
University of Massachusetts Amherst
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