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Job description
SPEECH LANGUAGE PATHOLOGIST ASSISTANT (SLPA)
Under the supervision of the Speech Language Pathologist, assist with providing services for children/students with speech, language, cognitive, voice, swallowing, oral muscular, augmentative/alternative communication disorders, and hearing impairments; assist with assessments of individual student's needs for therapy; maintain appropriate documentation and reports; collaborate with district personnel and parents regarding therapeutic activities; and to do related work as required as part of ed. team.
EXAMPLE OF DUTIES
Prepares work area and materials for use
Accompanies the student from the classroom to the service area or prepares classroom for service delivery
Implements documented treatment/intervention plans developed by the speech language pathologist
Accurately collects and records subjective and objective date
Records student's status with regard to established objectives as stated in the treatment plan and reports this information to the supervising speech language pathologist
Assists the speech language pathologist in the assessment of students
Orders supplies and equipment
Engages in various clerical tasks, including filing and copying
Maintains and cleans equipment, adhering to infection control protocol
Maintains the confidentiality of information pertaining to students and their families
Behaves in accordance with the educational facilities guidelines
Respects and appropriately considers age, gender, cultural/linguistic background, and related factors when providing services
Participates in educational facility activities and committees as requested by the speech language pathologist
Participates in classroom activities as requested by the speech language pathologist
Participates in conferences as requested by the speech language pathologist
Provide an educational environment which establishes, maintains, and reinforces appropriate pupil behavior, attitudes, and social skills
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
Associate's Degree from a speech language pathology assistant program recognized by ASHA; or Bachelor's Degree in speech language pathology; or Completion of a college-based speech language pathology assistant certificate program; or Required education as designated by the State licensing board or other regulatory agency
LICENSES AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS
Valid California driver's license and availability of private transportation
Possession of valid first aid and CPR certificates
Requirements / Qualifications
Letter of Introduction
Letter(s) of Recommendation (Must provide 2 letters of recommendation dated within the last year)
Resume
Comments and Other Information
Valid California driver's license and availability of private transportation
• Possession of valid first aid and CPR certificates (hands-on training required)
35 hours per week.
Worksite address
santa clarita, CA, 91382, US
Who can apply
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