Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) Virtual

Diagnostic Assessment Services, Inc; Oregon; Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Diagnostic Assessment Services, Inc. seeks a licensed Speech-Language Pathologist to plan and provide therapy to students with speech, voice, or language disorders within the educational setting.

The role involves screening, evaluation, ARD participation, and collaboration with teachers to implement IEP goals. Requires a Master's in Speech-Language Pathology and a valid Texas license; one year supervised CFY experience is acceptable.

Qualifications

• Ability to use accepted tests and measurements to assess communication disorders
• Knowledge of evaluation, habilitation, and rehabilitation of speech-language disorders
• Ability to instruct and manage student behavior
• Excellent organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills
• CFY accepted (one year supervised experience)

Responsibilities

• Plan and provide individual and group therapy aligned with IEP goals
• Conduct individual evaluations to determine eligibility for services
• Participate in ARD committee for placement and goal setting
• Counsel and involve parents in remedial processes
• Collaborate with teachers and staff to improve students' communication skills
• Supervise or assist licensed SLP assistants if needed
• Compile and maintain required reports and documentation

Skills

Test administration

Disorder assessment

Behavior management

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Education

Master's degree in Speech-Language Pathology

Valid Texas license as a Speech-Language Pathologist

Job description

PRIMARY PURPOSE:

Plan and provide speech-language pathology services to students with speech, voice, or

language disorders. Assess students and provide therapeutic intervention to eliminate or

reduce problems or impairments that interfere with their students' ability to derive full

benefit from the educational program.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Education/Certification:

Master's degree in Speech-Language Pathology from an accredited

college or university

Valid Texas license as a Speech-Language Pathologist granted by the State

Board of Examiners for Speech-Language Pathology and Audiology

(SBESLPA)

Special Knowledge/Skills:

Ability to use the accepted tests and measurements to assess communication

disorders and conditions

Knowledge of evaluation, habilitation, and rehabilitation of speech-language

disorders and conditions

Ability to instruct and manage student behavior

Excellent organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills

Experience:

One year supervised clinical speech-language pathology

experience CFY's would be considered.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Therapy

Plan and provide appropriate individual and group therapy to students consistent

with speech and language goals contained in Individual Education Plans (IEP).

Evaluate student progress and determine readiness for termination of therapy

services.

Assessment

Conduct individual evaluations to assess students with speech and

language disorders and conditions to determine eligibility for services.

Develop clinical management strategies or procedures and diagnostic statements

by interpreting observations or data.

Diagnostic Assessment Services, Inc.

Diagnostic Assessment Services, Inc.

Participate in the Admission, Review, and Dismissal (ARD) Committee to assist in

interpretation of assessment, data, appropriate placement, and goal setting for

students with communication disorders or conditions according to district

procedures.

Consultation

Counsel and involve parents in remedial process.

Collaborate with classroom teachers and school staff to plan and implement remedial

process improves communication skills of students.

Provide professional development in assigned schools to help school personnel

identify and understand communication deficits in students.

Communicate effectively with colleagues, students, and parents regarding progress the

accomplishment of therapy goals and needs of the student.

Student Management

Create an environment conducive to learning and appropriate for the maturity level and

interests of students.

Seek assistance from school personnel to establish and to administer discipline according

to the school Student Code of Conduct.

Program Management

May supervise licensed speech-language pathology assistant(s) or speechaide(s).*

Develop and coordinate a continuing evaluation of speech-language pathology

services and make changes based on the findings.

Assist in the selection of equipment and instructional materials.

Administration

Compile, maintain, and file all physical and computerized reports, records, and other

required documents.

Comply with policies established by federal and state laws, State Board of Education rule,

and board policy.

Diagnostic Assessment Services, Inc.

Diagnostic Assessment Services, Inc.

Origination Date: Review Date: 02/07/17 Revised Date: 01/04/18

Comply with all district and campus routines and regulations.

Participate in professional development activities to improve skills related to job assignment.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

May direct and monitor work of speech-language pathology assistant(s) or speech

aide(s). *

Working Conditions:

Mental Demands:

Ability to communicate effectively (verbal and written); interpret policy, procedures, and data;

coordinate district functions; maintain emotional control under stress.

Physical Demands/Environmental Factors:

Frequent district wide travel; occasional prolonged and irregular hours. Frequent

standing, stooping, bending, kneeling, pushing and pulling. Occasional lifting up to 50

pounds. Prolonged use of computer and repetitive hand motions.

Area: Virtual

*Supervisors of licensed speech-language assistants must be licensed by SBE SLPA speech language pathologists. A person with a TEA certificate who is not licensed may not be a supervisor of a licensed speech-language pathology assistant.