Jamilah Ali Ahmed
Jeddah/Almadina,Saudi Arabia
Summary
Experienced Speech-Language Pathologist & ABA therapist with over 12 years in Health care institutions. Excellent reputation for resolving problems and improving customer satisfaction. Offers flexible schedule to deliver on team goals. Expertise includes case management, intervention planning, and documentation for all cases more specifically cases with Swallowing Disorders, CP, Autism, ADHD, Language Delay, Hearing loss, Aphasia, Vision impairment..etc. Strong communication and problem-solving abilities with a methodical approach. Motivated to make a positive impact on students using extensive knowledge of speech and language issues. Friendly and flexible approach. Creates specialized treatment plans by diagnosing and assessing individual conditions. Exceptional treatment administrator utilizes expertise to inform proven technique utilization. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy.
ADVANCED CERTIFIED AUTISM SPECIALIST- Credential: ACAS23250997
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education
7
7
Certification
Work History
Head of Speech-Language Therapy Department
Tamakkon Comprehensive Autism Centre
Medina, Medina Region
09.2022 - Current
- Enhanced healthcare provision with mobile health technologies and increased access.
- Planned and directed counselling, screening and speech rehabilitation programmes.
- Conducted hearing, speech and language performance assessments to address disorders.
- Addressed development, disorders and disabilities in cranial, facial and oral areas.
- Determined treatment options, Interpreting test results alongside other medical, social and behavioural diagnostic data.
- Referred patients and families to external medical and educational resources for further care.
- Helped patients maintain, improve or recover verbal and non-verbal communication abilities.
- Collaborated with four multidisciplinary teams to provide excellent care continuity.
- Instructed small groups and one-to-one sessions, adapting teachings to suit student needs.
- Handled initial client assessments to create personalised development programmes.
- Managed ongoing assessments to provide feedback on speech, language and communication development.
- Evaluated 200 clients with standardised tests and assessment protocols.
- Developed treatment plans based on in-depth knowledge as well as specific student needs.
- Participated in special events to promote available resources.
- Engaged parents and families during learning process to support student progress.
- Counselled hearing- and language-impaired individuals and families regarding treatment options and programmes.
- Monitored student progress according to goals.
- Helped teachers understand how to observe and refer students.
- Conducted treatment programmes to manage physical disorders affecting speech and swallowing.
- Applied critical thinking to analyse problems, evaluate solutions and select best decisions.
- Wrote reports outlining project progress and results.
- Used Microsoft Word and other software tools to create documents and clear communications.
- Improved efficiency and productivity by acquiring new skills.
- Consistently arrived at work on time and ready to start immediately.
- Successfully delivered tasks within tight deadlines.
Speech Language Pathologist
CAP Childhood Abilities Programs
Jeddah, Saudi Arabia
11.2011 - 08.2022
- Continually collaborated with parents and teachers to achieve speech therapy goals
- Use updated treatment strategies in speech and language therapy
- Developed and implemented effective rehabilitative programs for patients with speech problems
- Supervised clinical students and support staff, including certified and licensed assistants, technicians, and volunteers
- Evaluated patients with audiometric instruments to develop hearing aid recommendations
- Communicate effectively with other care providers (physicians, nurses, business office, and medical records) to provide for continuity of patient care
- Diagnosed intellectual disability, autism spectrum disorders, Down Syndrome, and phonological processing disorders in patients
- Treated each patient according to written plan of care to meet predetermined goals
- Educated patients and family members regarding diagnosis, injury prevention, and therapeutic treatments
- Assessed children's developmental progress, specializing in perceptual/sensory-motor skills, fine motor skills, and activities of daily living.
- Managed inpatient, outpatient, home health, and long-term care patients.
- Recommended Applied Behaviour Analysis therapy and training exercises and encouraged healthy lifestyle behaviors to improve patients' quality of life.
- Evaluated students with standardized tests and assessment protocols.
- Evaluated patients and examined mouth, throat and ears using many instruments to identify physical impediments.
- Created and implemented treatment plans intended to address speech and language issues in collaboration with other clinical professionals.
Speech and Language Therapist
Cure Care Centre
Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, Saudi Arabia
01.2021 - 05.2022
- Engaged parents and families in learning process to support student progress.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to provide excellent care continuity.
- Wrote reports detailing interventions and student responses.
- Supported speech and language rehabilitation following Speech disorders.
Speech and Language Therapist
The First Clinic
Jeddah, Saudi Arabia
01.2016 - 01.2017
- Evaluated students with standardized tests and assessment protocols.
- Monitored student progress according to goals.
- Engaged parents and families in therapy process to support student progress.
- Facilitated improvement in clients' control of breathing mechanisms, jaw, and facial muscles.
Teacher Assistant
Dar Al-Hekma University
Jeddah, Mecca Region
11.2010 - 01.2013
- Facilitated smooth-running classroom activities through effective collaboration with teachers.
- Tailored learning resources to enhance understanding for students with learning difficulties.
- Supported students with academic and personal development, implementing long-term plans to raise attainment levels.
- Collaborated with form tutors and teachers to assess student needs and provide required support.
- Offered individual tutoring, homework help, and exam support.
- Facilitated smooth running classroom activities through effective collaboration with teachers.
Education
Master of Sciences - Applied Behaviour Analysis
Dar AlHekma University
Jeddah 01.2020 - 12.2022
Bachelor of Science - Speech Language & Hearing Sciences, SLHS
Dar Al-Hekma University
Jeddah07.2010
Certificate of Advanced Certified Autism - ADVANCED CERTIFIED AUTISM SPECIALIST
The International Board of Credentialing. IBCCES
ONLINE 07.2023 - 05.2025
Diploma of Training of Trainers TOT - The Training of Trainers
Technical And Vocational Training Cooperation
Al Madinah Region 01.2023 - 02.2023
Certificate of Completion - Neuromuscular Oral-Facial Taping For Feeding Swallowing and Speech
Amman Centre For Speech Language & Swallowing
Amman-Online 10.2022 - 10.2022
Certificate of Completion - Management of Paediatric Feeding and Swallowing Disorders
Amman Centre For Speech Language & Swallowing
Online 10.2022 - 10.2022
A-Levels - Swallowing Disorders Courses
UAB Graduate Diploma
Spain 12.2019
(CAP) Review Course", "Intense Hand on Training Course on Applied - ABA
Dar Alhekma University
Jeddah2017
"The Montessori Course: Theory & Practice- Preschool Program - Childhood Education
Dar Al-Hekma University
Jeddah, Mecca Region2016
High School Diploma - High School
The 4th School For Tahfidh AlQuraan
Jeddah2005
Skills
- Staff training and development
- Assessments
- Treatment plan development
- Intervention planning
- Behaviour management
- Individual Education Plan (IEP) development
- Feeding And Oral Motor Therapy Aptness
- Speech Impairments Proficiency
- Verbal And Written Communication
- Programme development
- Leadership
- Team building
- Problem-solving
- Communication skills
Accomplishments
- Collaborated with a team of 10 Speech Language Pathologists-SLP in the development of the Speech Therapy Department.
- Supervised a team of eleventh staff members.
- Training Parents in groups and individually Implemented a new speech and language pathology program for Tamakkon Centre with 200 students.
- Presentations: 2017 Participation in presenting workshops in "Introduction to Speech-Language Sciences" at King Abdulaziz University.
- Presentation in Cleft lip And Palate, at DAH 2018-2019
- A presentation about Communication Disorders at King Abdulaziz University
Affiliations
NSSLHA member: National Student Speech- Language- Hearing Association sponsored by ASHA: American Speech Language Hearing Association. Rockville, Maryland, U.S.A SSSPA member: Saudi Society of Speech Pathology and Audiology (SSSPA). ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Certification
- Licensed Speech Language Therapist -SCFHS-Saudi Commission for Health Specialists- 2024
- Certified SLP, at Tamakkon Centre - 2023
- Advance Certified Autism Specialist License - ACAS23250997
- Completed 12 Hours Training Management of Paediatric Feeding Course- 14,21,&28 OCTOBER 2022
- Completed 50 Hours of Training of Trainers - January 2023
Languages
Arabic
Native language
English
Advanced
C1
Work Availability
monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Quote
The supernatural is the natural not yet explained.
Elbert Hubbard
Timeline
Certificate of Advanced Certified Autism - ADVANCED CERTIFIED AUTISM SPECIALIST
The International Board of Credentialing. IBCCES
07.2023 - 05.2025
Diploma of Training of Trainers TOT - The Training of Trainers
Technical And Vocational Training Cooperation
01.2023 - 02.2023
Certificate of Completion - Neuromuscular Oral-Facial Taping For Feeding Swallowing and Speech
Amman Centre For Speech Language & Swallowing
10.2022 - 10.2022
Certificate of Completion - Management of Paediatric Feeding and Swallowing Disorders
Amman Centre For Speech Language & Swallowing
10.2022 - 10.2022
Head of Speech-Language Therapy Department
Tamakkon Comprehensive Autism Centre
09.2022 - Current
Speech and Language Therapist
Cure Care Centre
01.2021 - 05.2022
Master of Sciences - Applied Behaviour Analysis
Dar AlHekma University
01.2020 - 12.2022
Speech and Language Therapist
The First Clinic
01.2016 - 01.2017
Speech Language Pathologist
CAP Childhood Abilities Programs
11.2011 - 08.2022
Teacher Assistant
Dar Al-Hekma University
11.2010 - 01.2013
Bachelor of Science - Speech Language & Hearing Sciences, SLHS
Dar Al-Hekma University
A-Levels - Swallowing Disorders Courses
UAB Graduate Diploma
(CAP) Review Course", "Intense Hand on Training Course on Applied - ABA
Dar Alhekma University
"The Montessori Course: Theory & Practice- Preschool Program - Childhood Education
Dar Al-Hekma University
High School Diploma - High School
The 4th School For Tahfidh AlQuraan
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