About this opportunity
Lakemary Center lists this Speech Language Assistant opportunity in paola, Kansas. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Speech-Language Pathology Assistant to join our team. The ideal candidate is collaborative, flexible, and committed to evidence-based practices that support student/client success. They will support the residential therapist team and will function under the general supervision of the Assistant Director of Clinical Services.
Speech-Language Pathology Assistant Responsibilities:
Assist in creating activities for individual and/or group speech and language therapy sessions (i.e., looking up ideas on Pinterest, Teachers Pay Teachers).
Work with students individually or in small groups (no more than 3)-following the treatment plans written by the Speech Language Pathologist.
Lead group therapy sessions (reading a book, directions for activities).
Documentation for those students in which you work with.
Experience preferred with Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and Works.
Ability to learn about an AAC device, and provide instruction.
Able to learn how to use a Cricut to cut out materials for therapy sessions.
An ideal candidate for this position has: Good decision-making skills and maturity
Reliability
Champion honesty and integrity
Good problem-solving skills
Good communications skills
Works well with others- both staff and students
Qualifications: High School Diploma/GED or equivalent
Be at least 18+ years of age
Other Job Details: Day hours 9am-5pm Monday through Friday
Starting pay: $ 17.25/hour
Lakemary provides competitive compensation and benefit package including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance plans; paid time off; and a 401(k)-retirement plan
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status. EEO
Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) Statement:
For the last 50 years we have been working to create workplaces that reflect the communities we serve and a place where everyone feels empowered to bring their full, authentic selves to work. We embrace this from our mission.
Worksite address
paola, KS, 66071, US
Who can apply
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