Speech Language Pathology Assistant (SLPA)

Seeitourway; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A growing educational services organization is seeking a part-time Speech Language Pathology Assistant to provide invaluable services to students with speech and language disorders. The ideal candidate will collaborate with educators in a school setting, working part-time to enhance student communication skills through therapy and screenings. Join the team today to make a positive impact on students' lives!

Qualifications

• Valid Speech Language Pathology Assistant License from AZDHS.
• Level One IVP Fingerprint Clearance Card or ability to obtain clearance upon hire.
• Previous experience working in a school setting strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide speech and language therapy by following individualized education treatment plans.
• Assess students' communication skills to identify disorders and recommend treatment.
• Instruct students in communication technologies.

Skills

Communication

Collaboration

Data Collection

Screening Protocols

Intervention Strategies

Education

2 Year Degree

Speech Language Pathology Assistant License

Job description

Job Details

Level: Experienced

Job Location: Central Campus - Phoenix, AZ

Position Type: Part Time

Education Level: 2 Year Degree

Salary Range: $24.00 - $30.00 Hourly

Travel Percentage: Negligible

Job Shift: Day

Job Category: Health Care

Description

Foundation for Blind Children is currently seeking qualified applicants for a part time Speech Language Pathology Assistant position! This position will work two to three days per week, 8:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. The SLPA will be an integral part of our Educational Services Team. Apply today to join our team and make a difference in the lives of our students!

The role of the Speech Language Pathologist Assistant is to provide speech and language services to FBC students. Services include direct treatment, screenings, consultation, data collection and documentation. The SLPA collaborates with Educators and other treating Therapists within the school setting. Participates as an active, effective member of the student’s team in addressing medical and educational needs of assigned students.

Job duties include:

• Provide speech and language therapy to students by following the written individualized education treatment plans for the purpose of minimizing the adverse impact of speech and language disorders on student success.
• Assess students' communication skills (i.e. articulation, fluency, voice, expressive and receptive language, etc.) for the purpose of identifying communication disorders, determining program eligibility and developing recommendations for treatment using screening protocols specified by the supervising SLP.
• Instruct students in the use of appropriate communication technologies.

• Complete screenings for students who may need speech therapy without interpretation.
• Offer intervention strategies to staff for carry-over of students’ speech and language goals and objectives.
• Assist the SLP in the collection and tallying of data for assessment purposes without interpretation of data.
• Collaborate with a variety of groups and/or individuals (i.e. parents, teachers, physicians) for the purpose of communicating information, resolving issues and providing services in compliance with established guidelines.
• Complete required daily documentation.
• Perform such other duties and assumes such other responsibilities as may be assigned.

Qualifications

• Valid Speech Language Pathology Assistant License from AZDHS
• Level One IVP Fingerprint Clearance Card or ability to obtain clearance upon hire
• Previous experience working in a school setting strongly preferred