Speech Language Pathology Assistant

Bucks IU Business Unit; Doylestown (Bucks County); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Bucks IU is seeking a Speech Language Pathology Assistant (SLPA) to support licensed SLPs in delivering speech-language pathology services across elementary, middle, and high schools. The SLPA will implement components of treatment plans and collaborate with assigned SLPs to manage caseloads.

The role emphasizes following documented treatment plans, documenting progress in a web-based system, and assisting with screenings and clerical tasks.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in speech-language pathology or communication disorders with GPA 3.0+ preferred.
• Supervised field experience with observation of therapy.

Responsibilities

• Work directly with students per treatment plans.
• Document attendance, performance, and data in the web-based system.
• Assist with records and graphs and clerical duties as assigned by the SLP.
• Assist with speech-language screenings.

Skills

Follow instructions

Positive student engagement

Confidentiality

Oral and written communication

Health and safety

Education

Bachelor’s degree in SLP or comms disorders

Job description

Job Description - Speech Language Pathology Assistant (25000037)

Job Description

Speech Language Pathology Assistant - ( 25000037 )

Description

JOB DESCRIPTION

Job Summary: The Speech Language Pathology Assistant (SLPA) will assist the Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP) in providing a variety of services to assist the SLP in managing caseloads. The SLPA works in conjunction with the assigned SLP(s) to execute components of a speech language program as specified in treatment plans developed by the SLP.

Essential Functions

• Work directly with students following documented treatment plans or protocols developed by supervisor
• Document student attendance, performance, data collection in web-based system
• Assist with records and graphs
• Assist with clerical duties as assigned by the SLP
• Assist with speech-language screenings

Other Duties: T his position description does not express nor does it imply that the above duties are the only duties to be performed by the incumbent(s) in this position. Additional duties may be assigned by the Administrator of the department , as needed, to adapt to the changing needs of the organization.

Supervisory Responsibility : This position has no supervisory responsibilities

Work Environment : The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

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.

While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to sit and use hands. The employee is frequently required to walk; reach with hands and arms and talk or hear. The employee may be required to stand for long periods, and to climb or balance and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.

Position Type/Expected Hours of Work : This is a 193-day calendar position. Hours are 7.5 hours per day with specific daily hours dependent on the assignment in high school, middle school and/or elementary school building.

Travel : Travel is dependent on the assignment within Bucks County and is reimbursed in accordance with IRS guidelines and rates.

Qualifications

Education and Experience

• Bachelor's degree in a speech-language pathology or communication disorders program with a minimum of a 3.0 GPA is preferred. Supervised field experience with observation of therapy.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Ability to follow SLP instructions
• Relate to students in a positive manner
• Maintain confidentiality
• Effective communication in oral and written form
• Follow health and safety precautions

Work Authorization/Security Clearance (if applicable)

Citizenship or work authorization to work in the United States required.

EEO/AA/VEVRAA Employer

The Bucks IU is an equal opportunity employer committed to hiring a diverse workforce and susta ining an inclusive culture. Bucks IU does not discriminate on the basis of disability, veteran status or any other basis protected under federal, state or local laws.

Primary Location

US-PA-DOYLESTOWN

Work Locations

Itinerant Countywide 705 N Shady Retreat Road DOYLESTOWN 18901

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