JOB SUMMARY:

The Speech-Language Pathologist Assistant supports licensed speech-language pathologists in the assessment and treatment of individuals with communication and swallowing disorders. The SLPA works under the supervision of a certified Speech-Language Pathologist to provide direct therapy, assist with evaluations, and maintain documentation.

 

Work days will be Monday-Thursday

 

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Assist Speech-Language Pathologists in implementing treatment plans for clients with speech, language.
2. Conduct individual and group therapy sessions as directed by the supervising Speech-Language Pathologist.
3. Prepare materials and set up equipment for therapy sessions.
4. Record and report client progress to the supervising Speech-Language Pathologist.
5. Assist in administering speech and language assessments and screenings.
6. Maintain client records in accordance with HIPAA regulations and organizational policies.
7. Collaborate with families, educators, and other professionals to support the communicative needs of clients.
8. Participate in ongoing training and professional development activities to enhance skills and knowledge.
9. Ensure a safe and supportive environment for clients during therapy sessions.

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE:

1. Associates degree or equivalent coursework in communication sciences and disorders or a related field.
2. Certification or licensure as required by state regulations.
3. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
4. Ability to work collaboratively as part of a multidisciplinary team.
5. Familiarity with various speech and language disorders.

COMMUNICATION SKILLS:

1. Ability to communicate, both verbally and in writing, and interact effectively with all aspects of the school community is required.
2. Ability to solve conflicts, maintain confidentiality and remain open to various ideas and viewpoints.

MATHEMATICAL SKILLS:

1. Ability to perform basic mathematical calculations using whole numbers, fractions, decimals, and percentages.
2. Ability to use and teach mathematics commensurate with assigned position.

REASONING ABILITY:

1. Ability to prioritize and meet deadlines while complying with established policies and procedures of the building and district.
2. Identifies and resolve problems in a timely manner, gathers and analyzes information skillfully; uses reason even when dealing with emotional topics.
3. Ability to concentrate, think, read and learn is necessary to perform the essential job duties.

OTHER SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

1. Demonstrate organizational ability and attention to detail.
2. Ability to provide assistance to the school community as necessary.
3. Ability to work independently.
4. Excellent human relation skills.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

While performing the duties of this job, the employee must regularly sit, talk, listen, and respond.  While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit; use repetitive wrist, hand and/or finger movement; reach with hands and arms and talk or hear.  The employee is frequently required to stand and walk. The employee will regularly stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.  Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, precise hand-eye coordination and the ability to identify and distinguish colors.  Occasionally, the employee may lift up to 50 pounds, such as, to lift files, papers, and equipment.  The foregoing is not an exclusive list and the employee may be required to exceed the minimum physical demand specifications should the safety and security of students and staff be compromised.

The above physical demands are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential duties of this job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job duties.

 

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential duties of this job.  The noise level in the work environment is usually at a moderate to loud level with frequent interruptions.  The employee continuously interacts with students, staff and the public.  Travel may be necessary to various District buildings and/or other sites.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job duties.

 

The information contained in job description is for compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and is not an exhaustive list of the duties performed for this position. Additional duties are performed by the individuals currently holding this position and additional duties may be assigned.

 

This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying this position.  Employees may be required to follow other job-related instructions and to perform other job related duties as requested, subject to all applicable state and federal laws.