Speech Language Pathology Assistant SLPA - Ironwood 11161
Speech Language Pathology Assistant SLPA - Ironwood 11161
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Job Description
The job of Speech Language Pathology Assistant is done for the purpose/s of supporting the functions of the speechlanguage pathologist in assessing and documenting the speech language and general development skills of students with speech/language impairments and in following a prescribed individualized treatment plan to correct or improve speech/language deficiencies.
Responsibilities:
- Assists the speechlanguage pathologist with speechlanguage and hearing screening assessments examinations and testing (without clinical interpretation of results) and records speech language and swallowing irregularities as directed by the supervising speechlanguage pathologist
- Assists with informal documentation and departmental operations as directed by the speechlanguage pathologist
- Documents or records information on the treatment performance progress and discharge of students and reports this information to the supervising speechlanguage pathologist
- Executes specific components of a speech and language program as specified in an individualized treatment plan composed by the speechlanguage pathologist
- Follows documented treatment plans or protocols developed by the supervising speechlanguage pathologist
- Implements augmentative or alternative communication methods and instruction including automated devices computer technology and sign language and teaching their use to students with little or no speech capability or who have limited English proficiency
- Performs clerical duties as directed by the speechlanguage pathologist
- Collects data
- Exhibits compliance with regulations reimbursement requirements and speechlanguage pathology assistants job responsibilities
- Performs checks and maintenance of equipment
- Supports the supervising speechlanguage pathologist in research projects inservice training and public relations programs
Qualifications:
- SpeechLanguage Pathology Assistant License
- Community College and/or Vocational School degree with study in job related area
- Fingerprint and Background Check Clearance
- Preemployment proficiency test
- CPR/First Aid
- Valid Drivers License and Evidence of Insurability
This is a 10 month School Year position only.
Salary with Bachelors degree $50009
Salary without Bachelors degree $47840
Employment Type
Full-Time
