Speech and Language Pathology Assistant
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Job Location:
Coventry, RI - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
30+ days ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Speech Language Pathologist Assistant (SLPA) Pathways Strategic Teaching Center Premier non-profit is seeking a Speech Language Pathologist Assistant for one of its vastly growing programs. Pathways Strategic Teaching Center is a year-round comprehensive education and treatment program servicing children with Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASD) and other related disorders. Pathways education and treatment strategies are based on the principles of Applied Behavior Analysis. Individually tailored curricula address speech and language pre-academic and academic skills daily living and self-care skills play and social skills vocational skills and assessment & treatment of challenging :Competitive Compensation4 Weeks Paid School Vacation in April July August & December3 Additional Weeks of Paid Time Off (PTO)13 Paid HolidaysHealth Dental & Vision Eligible after 1 full month of employmentHealth Reimbursement Account (HRA)Employer Paid Life Insurance/ Voluntary Life InsuranceVoluntary Long-term Disability InsuranceFlexible Spending Account403(b) Retirement Savings PlanPaid Training OpportunitiesTuition ReimbursementEmployee Discounts Overview of Responsibilities: Protect the rights and dignities of individuals with developmental disabilities and extend these rights and dignities to family members or guardiansAssist the SLP with speech and language screenings and assessment without clinical interpretationFollow documented treatment plans or protocols developed by the supervising SLPDocument student patient and client performance (tallying data and preparing charts records and graphs) in order to report this information to the supervising SLPProgram and provide instruction in the use of augmentative and alternative communication devicesDemonstrate or share information with patients families and staff regarding feeding strategies developed and directed by the SLPServe as interpreter for patients/clients/students and families who do not speak EnglishObtain consultation from other members of the team in areas outside own expertise to fully address the needs of individual childrenDocument all activities in accordance with state/federal regulations and requirements necessary for billing and agency policiesPerform other duties as directed by the supervisor related to the organizations mission goals and Experience and Skills:Bachelors degree in Communication and 18 credits towards an advanced degree in this area required Appropriate to the State of Licensing maintain the proper credentials and license to be a Speech and Language Pathology Assistant Experience in providing therapeutic services to children with autism in school home and community-based settings Knowledge of Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) preferred Must have and maintain pediatric CPRMust achieve crisis management certification Must have a valid drivers license safe driving record auto insurance and access to vehicle to be used as directed when needed to transportOur mission is to promote an enhanced quality of life for individuals with developmental disabilities. If you envision a career that makes a difference join our team today!
Key Skills
- Experience Working With Students
- Time Management
- Acute Care
- HTTPS
- Speech Therapy
- Assistive Technologies
- Autism Experience
- Pediatrics Experience
- Home Care
- Interpretation
- Patient Service Experience
- Phone Etiquette
About Company
A Warwick landmark who will be celebrating 60 years, the Trudeau Center was borne out of the necessity & belief that individuals with disabilities should be allowed full citizenship within their own communities. Arthur & Evelyn Trudeau along with a legion of supporters tirelessly soug ... View more
