Speech Language Assistant

Lakemary-Center,-Inc; Paola (KS); On-site; USD 23,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

Life Insurance

Paid Time Off

401(k) Retirement Plan

Job summary

Lakemary-Center,-Inc seeks a dedicated Speech-Language Pathology Assistant to support our residential therapy team under supervision. You will help design activities, support individual or small-group sessions, and document progress for students receiving therapy.

The ideal candidate has a High School Diploma or GED, is at least 18, and demonstrates reliability, honesty, and strong communication. Competitive benefits include health plans, PTO, and a 401(k).

Qualifications

• High School Diploma/GED or equivalent.
• Be at least 18+ years of age.
• Starting pay: $17.25/hour.

Responsibilities

• Assist in creating activities for individual and/or group speech and language therapy sessions.
• Work with students individually or in small groups (no more than 3) per the treatment plans written by the Speech Language Pathologist.
• Lead group therapy sessions (reading a book, directions for activities).
• Documentation for those students in which you work with.
• Experience with Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and Works preferred.
• Ability to learn about an AAC device and provide instruction.
• Learn to use a Cricut to cut out materials for therapy sessions.

Skills

Good communications skills

Good problem-solving skills

Good decision-making skills

Reliability

Teamwork

Education

High School Diploma/GED or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Word

Excel

Outlook

MS Works

Job description

We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Speech-Language Pathology Assistant to join our team. The ideal candidate is collaborative, flexible, and committed to evidence-based practices that support student/client success. They will support the residential therapist team and will function under the general supervision of the Assistant Director of Clinical Services.Speech-Language Pathology Assistant Responsibilities:Assist in creating activities for individual and/or group speech and language therapy sessions (i.e., looking up ideas on Pinterest, Teachers Pay Teachers).Work with students individually or in small groups (no more than 3)-following the treatment plans written by the Speech Language Pathologist.Lead group therapy sessions (reading a book, directions for activities).Documentation for those students in which you work with.Experience preferred with Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and Works.Ability to learn about an AAC device, and provide instruction.Able to learn how to use a Cricut to cut out materials for therapy sessions.An ideal candidate for this position has:Good decision-making skills and maturityReliabilityChampion honesty and integrityGood problem-solving skillsGood communications skillsWorks well with others- both staff and studentsQualifications:High School Diploma/GED or equivalentBe at least 18+ years of ageOther Job Details:Day hours 9am-5pm Monday through FridayStarting pay: $ 17.25/hourLakemary provides competitive compensation and benefit package including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance plans; paid time off; and a 401(k)-retirement planAll qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status. EEODiversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) Statement:For the last 50 years we have been working to create workplaces that reflect the communities we serve and a place where everyone feels empowered to bring their full, authentic selves to work. We embrace this from our mission.