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Suzannah Kirsopp

Parkdale,VIC

Summary

Dynamic and experienced Senior Speech Pathologist with a strong background in evidence-based interventions and interdisciplinary collaboration. Proven ability to enhance communication skills through tailored treatment plans, individual and group therapy, and family education. Adept at supervising and mentoring graduate therapists while maintaining high standards of patient-centered care across diverse clinical settings.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience

Work History

Senior Speech Pathologist

Malvern Speech Pathology
Malvern East, 3145
01.2023 - Current
  • Implemented evidence-based assessments and interventions to enhance speech and language skills.
  • Collaborated with healthcare teams to design comprehensive patient care strategies.
  • Educated families on communication disorders, providing essential support resources.
  • Supervised new graduate and student therapists to ensure effective training processes.
  • Facilitated group therapy sessions for children with communication challenges.
  • Trained staff on best practices for managing fluency disorders.
  • Developed policies and procedures related to fluency management to ensure efficacy.

Graduate Speech Pathologist

Kids at Max
Bentleigh East, VIC
01.2022 - 12.2022
  • Implemented evidence-based therapy techniques to improve communication skills.
  • Collaborated with parents and caregivers to support home communication development.
  • Participated in workshops for ongoing professional development.

Education

Bachelor of Speech Pathology -

Australian Catholic University
Fitzroy
12-2021

Skills

  • Neurodiverse-affirming practice
  • Evidence-based assessment
  • Comprehensive evaluations
  • Patient-centered planning
  • Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC)
  • Interdisciplinary collaboration
  • Group therapy facilitation
  • Staff and parent education
  • Adaptability in dynamic environments
  • Interpersonal communication

Certificates & Licences

  • Certified Practicing Speech Pathologist (CPSP)
  • Speech Pathology Australia (SPA) member
  • Working With Children Check
  • NDIS worker screening clearance
  • CPR & First Aid Certified
  • Hanen Certified – It takes two to talk
  • Basic key word sign
  • The Lidcombe Program
  • Sounds Write practitioners online training

Timeline

Senior Speech Pathologist

Malvern Speech Pathology
01.2023 - Current

Graduate Speech Pathologist

Kids at Max
01.2022 - 12.2022

Bachelor of Speech Pathology -

Australian Catholic University
Suzannah Kirsopp