Speech-Language Pathologist

Job Family: Therapeutic Services

Supervisor: Speech-Language Program Director

Direct Reports: Classroom techs, other paraprofessionals, clinic students and CF-SLP's as indicated or assigned

Main Purpose of the Role: To provide direct speech-language evaluation and therapeutic services to clients with a variety of delays/disorders at the Emerge Center and the Emerge School for Autism

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Demonstrate professional-level knowledge of child development and emotional and psycho-social needs of the client population served
• Treat all clients and families with equal respect and compassion
• Plan, prepare and implement group and individual therapeutic sessions based on the specific needs of the clients
• Effectively manage behavior using principles of behavior modification with focus on positive behavior support. Know when to seek outside assistance with problem behavior from Director and/or BCBA's
• Provide ongoing supervision and training of classroom techs and assigned clinic students
• Communicate effectively with clients and their families re: treatment goals, progress, and recommendations
• Communicate effectively with outside persons on a child's team, such as physicians, other therapists, social workers, etc, given appropriate permission and written release of information
• Complete all required documentation (daily notes, reports, updates, billing) in a timely manner
• Maintain required caseload size; seek assistance when needed to fill open spots in a timely manner
• Administer evaluations and/or interval testing as indicated; evaluate results, develop treatment plans and monitor client progress
• Maintain appropriate contact and follow-up with existing clients and their families to maximize effectiveness of treatment
• Work as an effective team member, both within the speech-language pathology department and as a member of interdisciplinary teams with OT/ABA/behavioral health
• Attend scheduled staff meetings and client staffings
• Consult with other professionals concerning therapy techniques and therapeutic direction when needed
• Follow all clinic guidelines re: infection control, safety, and client confidentiality/HIPPA regulations
• Assist with planning of clinic activities as assigned (e.g. holiday parties, recognition ceremonies, etc)
• Participate in outside activities that support the clinic's role within the community, as possible (e.g. health fairs, autism walk, etc)
• Maintain continuing education requirements in accordance with state and national standards
• Uphold the values/attitudes that will strengthen the center and maintain its mission

Qualifications:

Required

Preferred

Qualification

· Master's Degree in Speech-Language Pathology/Communication Disorders

· Certificate of Clinical Competence from ASHA (or meet CF requirements)

· Current license by the State of Louisiana

Experience

• At least one year experience with pediatric population

Prior Knowledge

• Basic computer skills
• Ability to work effectively with others
• Overall knowledge of national and state standards within the field of speech-language pathology

• Basic understanding of state programs available to families, such as Early Steps
• Basic understanding of school system evaluation and IEP process

Essential Job

Functions

· Mastery of English language

· Ability to listen and to communicate effectively with children, parents and colleagues

· Ability to write in a professional manner

· Able to be consistently present at assigned job location, which may include clinic, school, or community locations

GROUP THERAPIST

· Physically able to lift 50 pounds

· Physically able to move quickly about a room or run short distance

· Physically able to move from sit to stand with ease

· Physically able to maneuver around a playground