Speech-Language Pathology Assistant

School District of Lee County; Fort Myers (FL); On-site; USD 27,000 - 31,000; Full time

Job summary

The School District of Lee County is seeking Speech-Language Pathology Assistants to support K-12 students across Lee County. The role involves providing direct therapy under supervising SLP and documenting student progress.

Minimum qualifications include a Bachelor's degree in Speech-Language Pathology or Communication Disorders and a Florida license as a Speech-Language Pathology Assistant; preferred experience is one year.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Speech-Language Pathology or Communication Disorders.
• Florida license as Speech-Language Pathology Assistant.
• Knowledge of HIPAA, FERPA, Sunshine Law and related privacy regulations.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct therapy to students following a plan of care and protocol developed by the supervising SLP.
• Document student performance and report to the supervising SLP.
• Prepare therapy materials according to the plan of care.
• Adhere to a daily schedule developed with the supervising SLP.
• Assist the SLP with speech, language, and hearing screenings without clinical interpretation.
• Follow documented treatment plans or protocols developed by the supervising SLP.
• Program and provide instruction in the use of augmentative and alternative communication devices.
• Assist with clerical duties, such as preparing materials and scheduling activities.
• Perform Medicaid administrative claims reimbursable activities as directed in accordance with the SDAC Guide.
• Maintain current licensure and certifications.

Skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Professionalism

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Speech-Language Pathology or Communication Disorders

Florida license as Speech-Language Pathology Assistant

Job description

The School District of Lee County is currently hiring Speech-Language Pathology Assistants across Lee County to support our K-12 students.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s degree in Speech-Language Pathology or Communication Disorders.
• Valid Florida license as a Speech-Language Pathology Assistant.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• One (1) year of direct experience.

Relevant work experience or education may be substituted to satisfy minimum qualifications.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

• Clear and concise oral and written communication skills; organizational and management skills.
• Knowledge of pertinent regulations, policies, and procedures for the functional area of assignment.
• Knowledge of HIPAA, Public Records, Sunshine Law, FERPA, and other laws/regulations related to student and employee privacy, public information, and records retention.
• Knowledge of and experience with industry-standard equipment, materials, practices, computers, and applications.
• Ability to professionally and effectively respond to customer needs and requests for service or assistance.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct therapy to students following a plan of care and protocol developed by the supervising SLP.
• Document student performance (e.g., tallying data for the SLP to use; preparing charts, records, and graphs) and report this information to the supervising SLP.
• Prepare therapy materials according to the plan of care.
• Adhere to a daily schedule developed with the supervising SLP.
• Assist the SLP with speech, language, and hearing screenings without clinical interpretation.
• Follow documented treatment plans or protocols developed by the supervising SLP.
• Program and provide instruction in the use of augmentative and alternative communication devices.
• Assist with clerical duties, such as preparing materials and scheduling activities, as directed by the SLP.
• Perform Medicaid administrative claims reimbursable activities as directed in accordance with Chapter 3 of the federally approved School District Administrative Claiming (SDAC) Guide.
• Maintain current licensure and certifications.

Additional Job Information

S06, $20.74, 7 hours, 187 days.

Compensation may increase based upon relevant education and experience.