Bergancia, J.R. 1 J​ ason Robert Bergancia​ M.A., CCC-SLP First Expressions Speech-Language Pathology Services, Inc. 4193 Flat Rock Drive Suite #200 Unit 209 Riverside, CA 619-807-4336 [email protected] ACADEMIC INSTITUTIONS 2006 Master of Arts in Education: Concentration in Speech-Language Pathology ​San Jose State University San Jose, CA 2004 Bachelor of Science in Education: Concentration in Speech & Language Disabilities State University of New York College at Fredonia, NY 2003 Semester at Sea: Study Abroad Summer Program University of Pittsburgh, PA • 9 credits fulfilling common core education standards. • Traveled to eight port-of calls on a ship-set course around the Pacific Rim undertaking university-level courses to connect, learn and immerse in a cultural exchange among the people of the following port of calls: Alaska, Russia, Japan, Australia, New Zealand, Fiji and Hawaii. PROFESSIONAL EMPLOYMENT 7/2019 -Present First Expressions Speech-Language Pathology Services, Inc. CEO - Private Practice Company, ​Riverside, CA Clinical Population:​ birth - 99+; providing speech, language, voice, fluency, feeding/swallowing and myofunctional therapy. 8/2018- Present Education Speech-Language Pathologist - Contract Multiple School sites, ​Riverside CA Clinical Population​: Pre-k thru 12th grade; regular education to complex needs; Autism, Learning disabilities,Intellectual Disabilities, Genetic Syndromes and Cerebral Palsy. 10/2018- Present Acute Speech-Language Pathologist - PRN Riverside Community Hospital, ​Riverside CA Clinical Population​: 0-99; Medically fragile newborns; cerebral vascular accident; traumatic brain injury; neurodegenerative diseases; respiratory compromise. 1/2018- 6/2018 Education Speech-Language Pathologist - Contract Valencia Elementary School, ​Upland CA Clinical Population​: Pre-k thru 12th grade; regular education to complex needs; Autism, Learning disabilities, Rett Syndrome, Intellectual Disabilities, Genetic Syndromes and Cerebral Palsy. Bergancia, J.R. 2 1/2016 - 3/2017 Education Speech-Language Pathologist - Contract Meridian Elementary, Hillsdale MS & Cajon Valley MS,​ San Diego, CA • Clinical Population​: Pre-k thru 12th grade; regular education to complex needs; Autism, Learning disabilities, Rett Syndrome, Intellectual Disabilities, Genetic Syndromes and Cerebral Palsy. 7/2015 - 10/2015 Acute Speech-Language Pathologist - Contract Wahiawa General Hospital, ​Wahiawa, Oahu, HI • Clinical Population​: Adults 40+; Stroke, Dementia, Traumatic Brain Injury. • Diagnosed swallowing disorders using videofluoroscopy and FEES. 7/2014 ​- ​4/2015 Skilled Nursing Facility (SNF) Speech-Language Pathologist - Contract Presbyterian Nursing Home, ​Utica, NY • Clinical Population​: Adults 40++; Stroke, Dementia, Traumatic Brain Injury. 4/2014 - 6/2014 Skilled Nursing Facility (SNF) Speech-Language Pathologist - Contract Calvert Manor Healthcare Center, ​Rising Sun, Maryland • Clinical Population​: Adults 40+; Stroke, Dementia, Traumatic Brain Injury. 1/2012- 4/2014 Early intervention Speech/Feeding & Swallowing Speech-Language Pathologist Ministry of Education Midcentral District Health Board ​Palmerston North, New Zealand • Clinical Population​: birth-18 years; Autism, Developmental Disabilities, Traumatic Brain Injury and Cerebral Palsy. • Co-developed a clinical diagnostic pathway for children suspected of having autism, or other developmental delays. • Developed and led feeding clinic workshops children who exhibited picky/fussy eating behaviors. • Provided feeding/speech-language consultation to children in public schools. • Supervised student interns and new graduates entering into the role of pediatric feeding and swallowing therapist. 9/2011 - 12/2011 Long Term Acute (LTAC) Speech-Language Pathologist - Contract Kindred of South Philadelphia, ​Philadelphia, PA • Clinical Population​: Adults 18+; Trach and Ventilator Dependent patients • Performed Blue-Dye Studies to screen for aspiration and determine if further instrumental investigations were needed. 6/2011 - 9/2011 Acute Speech-Language Pathologist - Contract Hilo Medical Center ​Hilo, Hilo, Big Island , HI • Clinical Population​: Adults 40+; Stroke, Dementia, Traumatic Brain Injury. • Diagnosed swallowing disorders using videofluoroscopy (VFSS). 10/2010 - 6/2011 Long Term Acute (LTAC) Speech-Language Pathologist: Permanent Vibra Hospital of San Diego, ​San Diego CA • Clinical Population​: Adults 40+; Stroke, Traumatic Brain Injury, Trach and Ventilator Dependent patients. • Diagnosed swallowing disorders using videofluoroscopy (VFSS). 9/2006 - 5/2011 Education Speech-Language Pathologist: Permanent The Winston School, ​San Diego, CA • Clinical Population​: ADHD, ADD, dyslexia, dysgraphia, hyperlexia, autism Bergancia, J.R. 3 5/2009 - 5/2011 Skilled Nursing Facility (SNF) Speech-Language Pathologist​: ​Permanent Sundance Rehabilitation, ​San Diego, CA • Clinical Population​: Adults 55+; Stroke, Dementia, Geriatrics, 8/2006 - 4/2009 Speech-Language Pathologist - Home-Health Coordinator: Permanent San Diego County Speech Pathology Inc, ​San Diego, CA • Clinical Population​: 2- 98 years of age; elementary thru secondary students; developmental disabilities and acquired brain injuries. PROFESSIONAL INTERNATIONAL VOLUNTEER ASSIGNMENTS 11/2018 Speech-Language Pathologist - Volunteer Cleft Lip and Palate Mission “TESS Unlimited”​: ​ ​Antigua, Guatemala • Clinical Population​: Children 10-21 years; Cleft lip and/or palate. • Provided intensive one week speech therapy services for children status post cleft lip and palate repair. 3/2017 - 12/2017 Speech-Language Pathologist - U.S. Peace Corps Response Volunteer University of Santo Tomas & Stepping Stone Foundation: Manila, Philippines • Clinical Populations: ​Children 3-18; Autism and other Developmental Disabilities. • Served as a Speech-Language Pathologist for eight months; first two months at the University of Santo Tomas (UST); six months at the Center of Excellence in Special Education “Stepping Stones” Foundation. • Developed graduate level course titled: Language-Literacy Disabilities in School-aged to Adolescents. • Developed a sustainable speech-language therapy program/clinic for a non-profit organization (Stepping Stones Foundation) • Organized fundraising events to purchase materials & resources for speech pathology department. • Clinically supervised and mentored 5th year UST SLP interns who rotated through Stepping Stones foundation during their clinical rotations. • Invited guest lecturer; Pediatric Feeding and Swallowing Disorders. 3/2016 - 8/2016 Speech-Language Pathologist - Volunteer OIC: The Cambodia Project​: Phnom Penh, Cambodia • Clinical Populations​: Elementary School K-5 Students; developmental and learning disabilities. • Provided six weeks of volunteer speech-language therapy services to OIC: The Cambodia Project to help bring the profession of speech language pathology to Cambodia. • Co-developed a private speech therapy clinic in Phnom Penh • Provided training to local Cambodian Special Education teachers in classroom strategies to improve performance outcomes for children with language-learning disabilities. • Co-developed teacher training seminars about principles and strategies of inclusion for people with disabilities. Bergancia, J.R. 4 11/2015 - 12/2015 Speech-Language Pathologist - Volunteer Cleft Lip and Palate Mission “TESS Unlimited”​:​ ​Antigua, Guatemala • Clinical Population​: Children 10-21 years; Cleft lip and/or palate. • Provided intensive two week speech therapy improving articulation skills for children presenting with craniofacial anomalies. PRE-PROFESSIONAL EMPLOYMENT 9/2004 - 5/2006 Autism Instructional Aide The Morgan Center: ​ Santa Clara, CA • Clinical Population​: 5-21 years old; Autism Spectrum Disorder 10/2004 - 5/2006 Supported Living Companion Hope Services Incorporated: ​San Jose, CA • Clinical Population​: 18-21 years old; Cerebral Palsy, Traumatic Brain Injury 9/2002 - 6/2004 Rehabilitation Health Aide ASPIRE of Western New York:​ Jamestown, NY • Clinical Population​: 18-21 years old; Cerebral Palsy, Traumatic Brain Injury 6/2002 - 6/2002 Residential Service Coordinator ​Long Island Head Injury Association: ​Long Island, NY • Clinical Population​: Adults 18-55; acquired brain injuries 1/2000 - 6/2000 Special Education High School Internship The Summit School: ​Flushing New York • Clinical Population​: Elementary School K-5 Students; Autism RESEARCH EXPERIENCES 8/2011 - 11/2011 Aphasia Laboratory, University of California San Diego • Research dissertation by Anne-Marie Piper, PhD candidate, 2011 in Cognitive Psychology. • Assisted in collecting data over the course of three months using assistive technology, such as a recordable pen to study its efficacy in facilitating language improvements for individuals presenting with aphasia. PRESENTATIONS & LECTURES TAUGHT 2017 University of Santo Tomas​ ​Manila, Philippines Guest Lecturer: 3 hour course Topic: Pediatric Feeding and Swallowing Disorders: An Introduction 2014 Plunket Nurse New Zealand​ ​Feilding, New Zealand Inservice/Workshop: 2 hour Topic: Pediatric Feeding and Swallowing Disorders Bergancia, J.R. 5 2013 Casa de Las Campanas Retirement Community​,​ ​Rancho Bernardo, CA. Wellness Presentation: 1 hour Topic: “Brain Aerobics” Cognitive-based exercises to support memory, attention and processing speed 2006 Saint Louise Medical Hospital​ ​Gilroy, CA. Professional Inservice; 2 hours Topic: Gastroesophageal and Laryngopharyngeal Reflux CLINICAL LEADERSHIP &​ ​MANAGEMENT 2017