School-Based Speech Language Pathology Assistant
Position Summary: The position of a Speech Language Pathologist - Assistant provides coordinated speech therapy to patients of all age groups under the supervision of a licensed Speech Language Pathologist.
Benefits/Compensation:
- Medical, Dental & Vision - Cigna
- Life, LTD & STD
- Supplemental Insurances
- 401k (once eligible)
- Front-Loaded PTO for Full-Time Employees and Accrued PTO for Part-Time Employees
- CEUs
- Referral program
- Professional development assistance
- Discipline-specific mentor
- Online community of clinicians
Essential Job Functions include but are not limited to:
- Administers the speech therapy treatment plan as developed by the supervising SLP
- Using strong communication skills to communicate with families, SLPs and staff.
- Attending IEP meetings when appropriate as well as performing clerical and scheduling duties
- Documenting students' performance, including skill targeted and type/amount of support provided and administering and scoring screenings for the interpretation by the SLP
- Developing and implementing activities and materials for teaching and practice of skills to address the goals of the student, per the plan developed by the supervising SLP
- Providing treatment through a variety of service delivery models, which may include teletherapy, in-person therapy, individual, and group therapy
- Uses effective interpersonal relations and communication skills; facilitates the use of these skills by other team members to achieve desirable outcomes.
- Demonstrates commitment, professional growth and competency.
- Promote Agency philosophy and administrative policies to ensure quality of care.
Experience/Requirements:
- Pediatric focus and/or School-Based experience preferred.
- Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
- Self-motivated, with strong problem-solving skills and ability to work independently.
- Demonstrated ability to effectively prioritize time and meet deadlines.
- Ability to work under pressure.
- Ability to maintain confidentiality of data and information.
- Knowledge of therapy skills as defined as generally accepted standards of practice.
- Excellent communication - verbal and written, and interpersonal skills.
- Responsive to requests.
- Reliable transportation, valid driver's license, and current auto liability insurance.
Education/License/Certification:
- Bachelor's Degree in Communication Sciences and Disorders from an accredited institution of higher education .
- Current Active State License to practice Speech Therapy in the state you are looking to work within.
Care Options for Kids is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or any other status protected under federal, state, or local law.
