Speech Language Pathology Assistant 

 

7.5 Hours Per Day/ 5 Days per week/180 days in full work year

Anticipated Start Date: ASAP

 

 

JOB GOAL: To improve student achievement by performing speech and language services and appropriate intervention services for eligible students under the direction of a licensed Speech Language Pathologist (SLP).

 

ESSENTIAL REQUIREMENTS: Receives direction and general supervision from the assigned supervisor, and technical and functional supervision from school SLPs. All supervision of services provided by a speech-language pathology assistant must be performed by a licensed SLP.

 

Ability to: communicate effectively in English both orally and in writing using correct spelling, grammar, punctuation and vocabulary; provide services using explicit English word enunciation, pronunciation and speech anatomy; use speech and language patterns and oral communications correctly including basic linguistics; understand and implement instructional strategies that address articulation, language and other communication disorders and various handicapping conditions; use telephone, computer and other office equipment for extended periods of time; respond appropriately in emergency/unforeseen situations; establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course and scope of work; adapt to change and implement new methods and techniques as needed; maintain the highest level of confidentiality in all matters relating to students and their education records.

 

Skills to: successfully operate equipment used in screening and therapy for students with communication disorders; operate computer and computer-based software including Google and Microsoft suites of applications (email, docs, spreadsheets, and calendar), student database (Synergy) and applications used to provide speech language services; effectively organize work and maintain a high level of detail to produce accurate records, reports and correspondence; research, collect, analyze and interpret data; work both independently and within a team environment, demonstrating flexibility in both circumstances;

 

Knowledge of: procedures and protocols for screening communication disorders; Individual Education Plan (IEP) implementation for students with communication disorder; differentiated instructional strategies for all students; basic concepts of child growth, development and behavior characteristics, particularly pertaining to the needs and limitations of students requiring speech therapy; positive discipline and behavior management techniques; general classroom procedures, purposes, goals and methods of education; principles and practices of planning, organization, problem-solving, and working with groups; record keeping principles and procedures;

 

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: include the following.  Other duties may also be assigned.

1. Conduct speech and language screenings without interpretation, utilizing screening protocols specified by the supervising SLP.
2. Provide direct treatment assistance to students identified by the supervising SLP by following written treatment plans or protocols developed by the supervising SLP.
3. Document student progress, without interpretation of findings, toward meeting established objectives as stated in the treatment plan, and report this information to the supervising SLP.
4. Assist the SLP in collecting data for assessment purposes, without interpretation.
5. Plan, organize, prioritize and complete work assignments in a timely and efficient manner Understand, carry out and communicate oral and written directives.
6. Enter, revise and retrieve information from databases and compile data as needed for review by others.
7. Prepare accurate documents and reports and maintain accurate records and files.
8. Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing, with a wide range of people
9. Analyze situations carefully and adopt effective courses of action to reach positive outcomes for all stakeholders.
10. Act as second-language interpreter during assessments when possible.
11. Assist the SLP with informal documentation during an intervention session (collecting and tallying data as directed by the SLP), prepare materials, and assist with other clerical duties as specified by the supervising SLP.
12. Schedule activities and prepare charts, records, graphs, or other displays of data. Perform checks and maintenance of speech/language equipment. Participate with the SLP in research projects, in-service training, and public relations programs.
13. Sign and initial treatment notes for review and co-signature by the supervising SLP.
14. Travel to multiple work locations as assigned.
15. Attend professional development to maintain a high level of knowledge and skills for school-based services and to fulfill continuing education requirements to maintain State of Oregon certification
16. Maintain regular and consistent attendance and punctuality.
17. Perform other related duties consistent with job description and assignment.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS, BONDING, AND/OR TESTING

REQUIRED:

 

A combination of experience and training that would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities is appropriate. A representative way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be:

 

 Experience:

• Two or more years of experience in providing pediatric or school-based speech language services.

 Training:

• Hold a State of Oregon speech-language pathology assistant certification granted by the Oregon Speech/Language Pathology & Audiology Board.
• Possess or have the ability to obtain a valid Oregon driver's license.
• Possess or have the ability to obtain a CPR/first aid card preferred.
• Criminal Justice Fingerprint Clearance.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The physical demands described here are representative of those that

must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. (See

addendum)

 

Constant talking and hearing, frequent reaching and handling. Mobility to work in a typical classroom setting and use standard office equipment, stamina to walk, stand, bend and remain seated for prolonged periods. Maintain concentration for extended periods of time. Hearing and speech to communicate in person or over the telephone. Vision: Frequent near acuity; occasional far acuity. Vision to read printed materials, computer screens and/or other monitoring devices, with or without accommodation.

 

Strength:  Sedentary to Medium-heavy – Exert force to 50-75 pounds of force occasionally and/or or 25 to 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or 10 to 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects.  Lift up to 50 lbs. occasionally and up to 20 lbs. frequently.