Speech Language Pathologist Assistant

Purpose Statement

The job of speech language pathology assistant is done for the purpose of conducting a variety of tasks and treatment interventions to assist students with speech and language disorders.

This is done under the supervision of a speech language pathologist.

This position will work 88 days during the school year, eight hours per day, starting with the 2024 / 2025 school year.

At this time, this position will serve St. John and Endicott school district.

Functions

• Assists the speech language pathologist with speech, language, and hearing screenings without clinical interpretation.
• Assists the speech language pathologist during assessment of students, exclusive of administration and / or interpretation for the purpose of identifying communication disorders and developing recommendations for treatment.
• Follows documented treatment plans or protocols developed by the supervising speech language pathologist for the purpose of delivering effective therapy.
• Schedules student learning times for the purpose of ensuring student availability and providing instruction.
• Instructs individual students (e.g. phonetic alphabet, vocabulary and language, fluency, oral motor exercises, etc.) for the purpose of implementing goals for remediation of speech and language deficits.
• Documents student performance (e.g. tallying data for the SLP to use, preparing charts, records, graphs, etc.) for the purpose of providing information to the supervising SLP.
• Programs and provides instruction in the use of augmentative and alternative communication devices.
• Assists with clerical duties, such as preparing materials and scheduling activities, as directed by the SLP.
• Supports the supervising SLP in research projects, in-service training, public relations, and marketing of the NEWESD 101 special education cooperative.
• Performs upkeep and maintenance of equipment for the purpose of ensuring the delivery of therapy is not interrupted.
• Attends meetings and trainings as requested (e.g. sponsored in-service trainings, etc.) for the purpose of receiving and providing information.
• Assists other personnel as may be required for the purpose of ensuring an efficient and effective work environment.
• Performs related duties as assigned. Related duties may not specifically be listed but are within the general occupational series and responsibility level typically associated with the employee's classification of work.

Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities

SKILLS are required to perform multiple, technical tasks with an occasional need to upgrade skills due to changing job conditions.

Specific skills required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include :

• adhering to safety practices,
• applying assessment instruments,
• operating standard office equipment using pertinent software applications,
• preparing and maintaining accurate records, and
• operating equipment used in speech and language therapy.

KNOWLEDGE is required to perform basic math, including calculations using fractions, percentages, and ratios, read technical information, compose a variety of documents, facilitate group discussions, and solve practical problems.

Specific knowledge required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job includes :

• articulation,
• language,
• fluency, and
• oral motor therapy.

ABILITY is required to schedule activities, meetings, and events, gather, collate, and classify data, and consider a number of factors when using equipment.

Flexibility is required to work with others in a variety of circumstances, work with data utilizing defined and similar processes, and operate equipment using a variety of standardized methods.

Ability is also required to work with a wide diversity of individuals, work with similar types of data, and utilize job-related equipment.

In working with others, problem solving is required to identify issues and create action plans. Problem solving with data may require independent interpretation, and problem solving with equipment is moderate.

Specific abilities required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include :

• maintaining confidentiality and
• working as part of a team.

General Requirements

Responsibility

Responsibilities include working under limited supervision following standardized practices and methods, leading, guiding, and coordinating others, and operating within a defined budget.

Utilization of some resources from other work units is often required to perform the job’s functions. There is a continual opportunity to have some impact on the agency’s services.

Working Environment

The usual and customary methods of performing the job’s functions require the following physical demands : occasional lifting, carrying, pushing, and / or pulling, some stooping, kneeling, crouching, and / or crawling, and significant fine finger dexterity.

Generally the job requires 60% sitting, 20% walking, and 20% standing. This job is performed in a generally clean and healthy environment.

Experience

Job related experience within specialized field is required.

Education

Bachelor's degree in the field of communications disorder or speech language pathology or a Speech Language Pathology Assistant certificate.

Certificates & Licenses

Valid driver’s license, required auto insurance, and reliable personal transportation.

Clearances

WSP / FBI criminal history background clearance (at employee’s expense).

To be considered for this position, the following documents must be submitted. Incomplete applications will not be screened.

• Online application
• Cover Letter
• Resume
• One professional letter of recommendation
• Transcripts (if applicable)

NEWESD 101 is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of sex, race, creed, religion, color, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender expression or identity, veteran or military status, disability, or the use of a trained guide dog or service animal in its programs or activities and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups.

NEWESD 101 complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act. Persons who may need some accommodation in the hiring process should contact the human services office.

ADA, Affirmative Action, Title VII, Title IX Officer Michelle Powers, 509.789.3504* *504 Officer Darren Nelson, 509.789.3539*

You are eligible for SEBB health benefits if NEWESD 101 anticipates you will work at least 630 hours per school year (September 1 through August 31).

Your SEBB benefits include :

Medical insurance - Medical insurance is optional. Employees who carry medical insurance will have a monthly out-of-pocket cost.

Employees have the option to cover their family / dependents on medical insurance.

• Dental insurance - Dental insurance is mandatory and free to the employee and their family / dependents.
• Vision insurance - Vision insurance is mandatory and free to the employee and their family / dependents.
• Life and accidental death and dismemberment insurance - Basic life insurance is mandatory, and a $35,000 policy is free to the employee.

The employee has the option to purchase additional life insurance.

Long-term disability insurance - Basic long-term disability insurance is mandatory and is free to the employee. The employee has the option to purchase additional long-term disability insurance.

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Employees have the option to enroll in a flexible spending account.

Participation in School Employees Retirement System is mandatory if your position is eligible. Your position is eligible if :

• the position ever requires at least 70 hours of compensated employment in a month, and
• the position requires at least five months of 70 or more hours of compensated employment per month during a 12-month period, and
• the position is expected to require at least five months of at least 70 hours for two consecutive years.

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Employees may also contribute to a deferred compensation account (457 plan) or a tax-sheltered annuity (403(b) plan).

NEWESD 101 offers the following additional benefits. Some benefits may be prorated based on the employee's work schedule :

• Sick leave
• Vacation leave (not applicable to positions that do not work year-around)
• Bereavement and critical illness leave
• Jury duty leave
• Military leave
• Parental leave
• Emergency leave
• Paid holidays, including one personal holiday per year
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