Yazmin Camarena
Chicago
Summary
Dedicated speech-language pathologist with experience diagnosing and treating diverse speech, language, and communication disorders. Specialized in pediatric care, AAC, and supporting culturally and linguistically diverse populations through evidence-based practice. Committed to fostering inclusive, client-centered care that enhances functional communication.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Speech-Language Pathologist
Westside Children's Therapy
08.2022 - Current
- Conducted comprehensive monolingual and bilingual speech-language assessments to diagnose communication disorders.
- Designed and implemented individualized, goal-driven, evidence-based treatment plans while managing a caseload of 40 patients and providing 1:1, 45-minute therapy sessions.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to coordinate patient care and optimize treatment outcomes.
- Educated and supported caregivers in the effective implementation of therapeutic strategies in home settings.
- Provided mentorship and clinical supervision to a graduate student pursuing speech-language pathology certification.
- Completed AAC evaluations and obtained funding for assistive communication devices to enhance functional communication.
- Created and translated clinical and educational documents into Spanish to support bilingual families.
Graduate Clinician
Advocate Christ Medical Center
01.2022 - 03.2022
- Executed comprehensive speech, language, cognitive-communication, and swallowing assessments and interventions for adult patients under licensed SLP supervision.
- Facilitated collaboration among interdisciplinary medical teams, including physicians, nurses, and therapists, to enhance patient care coordination.
- Tracked and recorded patient progress utilizing Epic software across inpatient and outpatient facilities.
Graduate Clinician
Walker-Scottish Rite Clinic
08.2021 - 12.2021
- Conducted individual therapy sessions in English and Spanish for 14 clients aged 3-6 with speech and language disorders, both in-person and via Zoom under licensed SLP supervision.
- Conducted and implemented culturally and linguistically appropriate evaluations and interventions for Spanish-speaking clients.
- Provided guidance to caregivers and clients to enhance understanding of assessments, treatment plans, and effective at-home therapeutic practices.
Graduate Clinician
SouthSide Early Childhood Center
08.2021 - 12.2021
- Developed and implemented speech and language therapy interventions in Spanish for three bilingual students aged 3-5 to enhance communication skills under licensed SLP supervision.
- Administered speech and language screenings in English and Spanish to identify students with potential disorders.
- Coordinated efforts with classroom teachers to align resources with students' speech and language objectives.
Graduate Clinician
SLU Speech-Language and Hearing Clinic
05.2021 - 07.2021
- Conducted comprehensive speech language and AAC evaluations and treatments for six individuals aged 4 to 65, utilizing both in-person and teletherapy methods under licensed SLP supervision.
- Coordinated efforts with a team of 10 graduate clinicians to deliver an AAC summer program.
- Facilitated and supervised arts and crafts activities tailored for non-speaking clients aged 4-10 years.
Graduate Clinician
SLU Speech-Language and Hearing Clinic
01.2021 - 05.2021
- Executed comprehensive diagnostic evaluations and developed tailored treatment plans for six individuals aged 3-15 with speech, language, social communication, and fluency disorders under licensed SLP supervision.
- Formulated evidence-based practice techniques and methods to empower individuals in achieving personal goals.
Graduate Clinician
SLU Speech-Language and Hearing Clinic
08.2020 - 12.2020
- Executed comprehensive diagnostic evaluations and formulated treatment plans for five individuals aged 3-14, utilizing both in-person and teletherapy methods under licensed SLP supervision
- Provided therapeutic interventions for individuals with receptive and expressive language disorders, speech-sound disorders, social communication disorders, autism, dyslexia, and attention deficit hyperactivity disorders.
Education
Master of Science - Speech-Language and Hearing Sciences
Saint Louis University
St Louis, MO08.2022
Bachelor of Science - Speech and Hearing Science
University of Illinois At Urbana-Champaign
Champaign, IL05.2020
Skills
- Bilingual in English and Spanish
- Interdisciplinary teamwork
- Teletherapy service delivery
- Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, PowerPoint)
- Caregiver training
- AAC assessment and implementation
- Insurance verification and billing inquiries
- Strong interpersonal skills; flexible, personable, empathetic, and patient
Certification
- CCC-SLP, American Speech-Language Hearing Association, #14475334
- Illinois Speech-Language Pathology License, #146.017145
Research Experience
- Assisted in research examining the effects of bilingualism in adults diagnosed with autism under the supervision of a Ph.D. candidate.
- Reviewed and analyzed an average of two weekly video recordings of bilingual participants, comparing communication patterns to typically developing peers.
- Transcribed research data in both English and Spanish with attention to linguistic accuracy.
- Collaborated with a team of four students to discuss findings and contribute to ongoing analysis.
Timeline
Speech-Language Pathologist
Westside Children's Therapy
08.2022 - Current
Graduate Clinician
Advocate Christ Medical Center
01.2022 - 03.2022
Graduate Clinician
Walker-Scottish Rite Clinic
08.2021 - 12.2021
Graduate Clinician
SouthSide Early Childhood Center
08.2021 - 12.2021
Graduate Clinician
SLU Speech-Language and Hearing Clinic
05.2021 - 07.2021
Graduate Clinician
SLU Speech-Language and Hearing Clinic
01.2021 - 05.2021
Graduate Clinician
SLU Speech-Language and Hearing Clinic
08.2020 - 12.2020
Master of Science - Speech-Language and Hearing Sciences
Saint Louis University
Bachelor of Science - Speech and Hearing Science
University of Illinois At Urbana-Champaign