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