What are the responsibilities and job description for the Speech and Language Pathologist position at ALTERNATIVE PATHS TRAINING SCHOOL INC?
APTS is searching for a Speech and Language Pathologist. Monday - Friday, 7:30 am-3:30 pm.
Employee’s duties include, but are not limited to:
- Assesses students’ communication skills (e.g. articulation, language, fluency, voice, etc.) for the purpose of determining their communication needs, deficits, and developing recommendations
- Consults with teachers, parents, and other personnel for the purpose of providing requested information, developing plans for services, and/or making recommendations
- Instruct students for the purpose of implementing goals for remediation of speech and language deficits
- Prepares documentation (e.g. evaluations, observations, progress notes, IEP goals, contacts with parents, teachers and outside professionals, etc.) for the purpose of providing written support, developing recommendations, and/or conveying information
- Presents information on various topics related to the area of professional expertise for the purpose of communicating information and gaining feedback on treatment issues
- Research resources and methods (i.e. intervention and treatment techniques, assessment tools and methods, community resources, etc.) for the purpose of determining an appropriate approach for students’ speech and language services
- Screens students for the purpose of determining the need for further individualized assessment
- Assists other personnel as may be required for the purpose of supporting them in the completion of their work activities
- Participates in various meetings (e.g. parent conferences, IEP, etc.) for the purpose of receiving and/or providing information and/or meeting credential requirements
Job Qualifications:
- Master’s Degree in speech-language pathology
- Current license in speech pathology issued by the Virginia Board of Examiners for Audiology and Speech Pathology
- 1-year Speech Pathology experience
- Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing with a broad variety of people, including other team members and management
- Demonstrates group leadership and organizational skills
APTS® prides itself on providing the best work environment for our staff members and we offer the following benefits:
- Competitive Salary
- 120 Hours of PTO (Paid Time Off)
- Medical (Health, Individual & Dependent coverage), Dental, Vision
- Basic and Optional Life Insurance for Employee, Spouse, and/or Dependents
- 401k Plan: Company matches half of your contribution, up to 4% of your salary
- Professional Development Reimbursement up to $2,500 per school year for approved programs (CEU hours)
- Reimbursement for Fitness Memberships
- Training and development opportunities
APTS® or any of its subsidiaries does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. APTS® is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a Drug Free Workplace.
Salary : $82,000 - $96,000