General Summary
Responsible for providing communication therapy services and is responsible for participating in the initial and ongoing team assessments, providing home and center-based training opportunities for participating children and their families, and accessing case management activities. Conducts in-service training for colleagues, functions as a specialty resource for team members and their caseloads.
Primary Responsibilities
1. Provides specific therapy procedures planned and directed by the licensed professional.
2. Conducts carry over activities, language stimulation and other activities deemed appropriate by the licensed professional.
3. Conducts speech, language and hearing screenings and assessments with appropriate supervision.
4. Provides supportive services to ECI team members as needed. Assists with transitioning of children so it occurs in an organized fashion.
5. Performs necessary documentation and maintains current and accurate records and preparation of clinical materials.
6. As directed, provides in-service training to program staff and ongoing training for parents, guardians, or other caregivers.
7. Responsible for communication therapy services in the natural environment as well as in the classroom setting inclusively.
8. Completes 85% delivery for planned services while establishing rapport to minimize no-shows and cancellations.
9. SST visits, as needed. Maintain EIS credential and SLPA license.
10. Other duties as assigned.
Work Experience
Required | Preferred
Two (2) years pediatric experience |
Three (3) or more years pediatric experience
Education/Certifications/Licensure
Required | Preferred
A Bachelor of Science Degree in Communication Disorders with a minimum of 24 hours in Speech/Language Pathology.
Must be licensed as an Assistant Speech/Language Pathologist in the State of Texas, have no fewer than 25 hours in the area of clinical observation and clinical assisting. This experience must have been obtained in an educational institution or in one of its cooperating programs.
The candidate must have a valid driver's license, safe driving record and auto liability insurance required. Bilingual ability (English/Spanish) is required.
The candidate must pass a pre-employment physical.
Skills
Required | Preferred
Proficiency in computer and Microsoft Office programs
Physical Requirements
Acknowledgement
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. They are not intended to be constructed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities. I acknowledge that I have reviewed and understand my job duty requirements to efficiently perform my role.