POSITION TITLE: Speech Language Pathologist Assistant
REPORTS TO: Speech Language Pathologist
SALARY RANGE: $14.82 - $22.17

This is a 40 hour per week, calendar year position with our CDS First Step site in Lewiston and CDS Opportunities site in Oxford. Travel is required.

Some benefits of CDS employment:

• Maine State Employee Medical coverage
• Dental and Vision Insurance
• Life and Disability Insurance
• 403(b) Retirement Savings Plan
• $250 per year Professional Development Stipend
• Maine State Employee Living Resources Program (Employee Assistance)
• Qualifying employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Program.
• Work/Life Balance
• Paid Vacation
• Paid Sick Time
• Paid Holidays
• Bereavement Leave

• Great coworkers, and the satisfaction of helping kiddos who really need you!

SUMMARY DESCRIPTION:
The Speech Language Pathology Assistant is responsible for assisting in the practice of speech-language therapy under the supervision of a Speech-Language Pathologist.
REPRESENTATIVE TASKS:

The Speech-Language Pathology Assistant will:

• Exhibit a positive, professional attitude with supervisors, co-workers, children, and community.
• Maintain confidentiality of all children and employee related information.
• Conduct speech-language screenings (without interpretation) following specified screening protocols developed by the supervising Speech-Language Pathologist.
• Provide special instruction or special education assistance to students as directed by the Speech-Language Pathologist.
• Follow documented IFSP/IEP plans developed by the IFSP/IEP team and supervised by the Speech-Language Pathologist.
• Document the student’s progress toward meeting established objectives as stated in the treatment plan and report this information to the supervising Speech-Language Pathologist.
• Assist the Speech-Language Pathologist during assessment of students who may be difficult to test.
• Assist with informal documentation, prepare materials, and assist with other clerical duties as directed by the Speech-Language Pathologist.
• Schedule activities, prepare charts, records, graphs, or otherwise display data.
• Perform checks and maintain equipment.
• Exhibit positive language and behavior skills as a model for children and families.
• Complete any other appropriate duties the Site Director/Supervisor deems necessary.

Required Supervision:

• Serve under general supervision of a Speech-Language Pathologist and meet weekly or more frequently to discuss student’s treatment plan.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• High school diploma or GED

• Maine State SLPA License

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, ABILITIES AND SKILLS:

• Working knowledge of child development, disabilities, family systems and special education methods Ability to interact with a wide variety of people

• Working knowledge of child development, disabilities, family systems and special education methods Ability to interact with a wide variety of people
• Ability to provide individual and group services in a variety of settings and models

• Ability to establish an effective rapport/relationship with children and parents
• Ability to work collaboratively as a member of an early childhood team
• Ability to effectively communicate, orally and in writing
• Ability to maintain composure in stressful situations
• Ability to adapt therapy techniques to varying personalities and environments
• Ability to travel to a variety of locations to deliver services
• Ability to motivate young children

A complete application consists of:

• resume
• completed employment application (on CDS website)
• cover letter
• three professional letters of reference (at least one from a former supervisor)
• license and certification information

Persons applying for Case Manager, Service Coordinator, Social Worker, Educational Consultant, Therapist, or Teacher positions must provide a copy of transcripts, including grades, from all colleges / universities attended.

https://www.maine.gov/doe/cds/cds employment opportunities

Submit Application to:

Mary Guerrette, Acting Site Director

CDS First Step
5 Gendron Drive, Suite 1
Lewiston, ME 04240
Fax: 207-795-4082

Child Development Services now offers a competitive salary and benefits package, including State of Maine Medical Insurance.

Child Development Services serves the early intervention and special education needs of Maine's children birth to age five. We have over 350 employees, a large network of contracted providers and currently serve over 3,500 children ages 0 to 5 years.

CDS consist of 10 principal sites throughout Maine with several satellite offices.

This posting is being offered by an equal opportunity employer.

2021-138

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $14.82 - $22.17 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Professional development assistance
• Vision insurance

Medical specialties:

• Pediatrics

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

License/Certification:

• Maine SLPA License (Preferred)

Work Location: One location