Speech-Language Pathology Assistant

School District of Lee County; Fort Myers (FL); On-site; USD 24,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

The School District of Lee County is seeking a Speech-Language Pathology Assistant to join our team. The role includes providing direct therapy to students under the supervision of a licensed SLP, documenting progress, and preparing materials per the plan of care.

Qualifications include a Bachelor's degree in Speech-Language Pathology or Communication Disorders and a Florida license as a Speech-Language Pathology Assistant.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Speech-Language Pathology or Communication Disorders.
• Knowledge of HIPAA, Public Records, Sunshine Law, FERPA, and other laws related to student and employee privacy, public information, and records retention.
• Ability to respond professionally to customer needs and requests for service.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct therapy to students following a plan of care 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 screenings without clinical interpretation.
• Follow 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 as directed by the SLP.
• Perform Medicaid administrative claims reimbursable activities as directed per SDAC Guide.
• Maintain current licensure and certifications.

Skills

Clear communication

Organizational skills

Regulatory knowledge

Privacy laws (HIPAA, FERPA, etc.)

Customer service

Education

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

Tools

Computers

Job description

The School District of Lee County is currently adding talented Speech-Language Pathology Assistants to our team.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

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

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.

$20.74, 7 hours, 187 days/year

Compensation may increase based upon relevant education and experience.