Speech Language Pathologist Assistant
Job Description
Under the direction and supervision of a Speech and Language Pathologist, the Speech and Language Pathology Assistant (SLPA) assists in supplementing, enhancing, and extending speech/language therapy services by completing a variety of tasks such as, but no limited to, direct activities with students designed to develop pre language and language skills, oral- motor control for speech production, vocalization, and use of assertiveness technology devices for communication. The SLPA serves students who have identified speech and language disorders and may have other disabilities as well.
Job Duties:
Conducts speech and language screenings, without interpretation, and using screening protocols developed by the supervising Speech and Language Pathologist (SLP).
Follows and implements documented IEP plans or protocols.
Documents student progress toward meeting established objectives. And report the information to the SLP.
Assists the SLP during assessments, preparing materials and performing clerical duties.
Prepare therapy materials and/or equipment for use int the classroom and therapy activities.
Adapts or modifies instructional materials and/or equipment as determined by student needs.
Position assists in maintaining student records, tallying data, preparing charts, records, graphs, and reports.
Assists in organizing classroom activities such as displaying educational material.
Requirements:
Associates Degree
Active Speech Language Pathologist Assistant License in AZ
Preferred:
1-2 years of experience working as an SLA, entry level welcomed
Notes:
Onsite
Schedule: 7:45am-3:45pm daily M-Th. 30 minute lunch. On Fridays students leave early, Friday would be 7:45am-1:15pm (5.5). Total hours weekly would be 37.5.
VIVA is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants have an equal opportunity for placement, and all employees have an equal opportunity to develop on the job. This means that VIVA will not discriminate against any employee or qualified applicant on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.