Speech Language Pathologist

CLASS TITLE: Speech-Language Pathologist

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WORKING TITLE: SLP

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TITLE CODE: T08700 GRADE: TABCO Scale

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REPORTS TO: Principal, Coordinator Related Services, and SLP Team Leader

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DEFINITION: To provide outstanding therapeutic intervention and assessment, and to serve as a valuable member of the school team.

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EXAMPLES OF DUTIES:

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Communicate effectively with students, parents, administrators, and supervisory staff in oral and written form.

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Provide consultation to the school staff and families regarding speech-language development and its connection to the curriculum.

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Participate in school-based teams for students with speech-language needs.

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Demonstrate competency in the use of formal and informal assessment tools.

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Identify students appropriate for speech and language services based on individual needs and prescribed guidelines.

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Complete oral and written reports in a clear and concise manner using recommended formats and timelines (i.e. assessment reports, quarterly progress reports, etc.).

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Develop and implement appropriate goals for IEPs, IFSPs, and Service Plans that are directly related to students’ documented needs.

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Implement research-based intervention techniques, differentiated instructional strategies, and assistive technology to meet students’ needs and learning styles.

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Maintain accurate speech-language student records and therapy logs with relevant data to document student progress.

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Complete Third Party billing accurately within the mandated timelines.

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Participate in ongoing professional development related to the field.

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Perform other duties as assigned.

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MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

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Education, Training and Experience:

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Graduation from an accredited college or university with a master’s degree in the field of Speech-Language Pathology.

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Licenses and Certificates:

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Possession of a Speech-Language Pathology License from the Maryland Department of Health and Mental Hygiene (DHMH) required.

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Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

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Knowledge of the principles and practices of speech-language pathology.

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Knowledge of principles and practices of special education.

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Knowledge of assistive technology.

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Strong human relations skills and the ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships.

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Strong oral and written communications skills.

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Strong organization skills.

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Skill in the use of word processing, database, spreadsheet, and email software packages.

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Ability to appropriately maintain confidential information.

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PHYSICAL AND ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS:

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The work of this class is generally performed in school, community setting, and office environments. Work includes the operation of office equipment, including personal computers, assistive technology and occasional limited physical activities. Requires independent travel to school, community settings, and offices throughout the county.

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CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:

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Requires attendance at after-school and evening meetings and events.

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Persons in this position classification will be required to apply for a National Provider Identifier (NPI) number with the National Plan & Provider Enumeration System (NPPES) and enroll as a Maryland Medicaid Provider through the Maryland Department of Health’s Provider Revalidation and Enrollment Portal (ePREP).

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FLSA: Exempt

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RETIREMENT: Eligible for the Maryland State Retirement System.

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This document describes the duties and responsibilities of a position or group of positions. It shall not be held to exclude duties not referenced nor limit the right of management to assign work to employees.