Speech and Language Pathology Assistant

Speech Language Pathologist Assistant (SLPA) Pathways Strategic Teaching Center Premier non-profit is seeking a Speech Language Pathologist Assistant for one of its vastly growing programs. Pathways Strategic Teaching Center is a year-round comprehensive education and treatment program, servicing children with Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASD) and other related disorders. Pathways education and treatment strategies are based on the principles of Applied Behavior Analysis. Individually tailored curricula address speech and language, pre-academic and academic skills, daily living and self-care skills, play and social skills, vocational skills, and assessment & treatment of challenging behavior.Benefits: Competitive Compensation4 Weeks Paid School Vacation in April, July, August & December3 Additional Weeks of Paid Time Off (PTO)13 Paid HolidaysHealth, Dental & Vision Eligible after 1 full month of employmentHealth Reimbursement Account (HRA)Employer Paid Life Insurance/ Voluntary Life InsuranceVoluntary Long-term Disability InsuranceFlexible Spending Account403(b) Retirement Savings PlanPaid Training OpportunitiesTuition ReimbursementEmployee Discounts Overview of Responsibilities: Protect the rights and dignities of individuals with developmental disabilities and extend these rights and dignities to family members or guardiansAssist the SLP with speech and language screenings and assessment without clinical interpretationFollow documented treatment plans or protocols developed by the supervising SLPDocument student, patient, and client performance (tallying data and preparing charts, records, and graphs) in order to report this information to the supervising SLPProgram and provide instruction in the use of augmentative and alternative communication devicesDemonstrate or share information with patients, families, and staff regarding feeding strategies developed and directed by the SLPServe as interpreter for patients/clients/students and families who do not speak EnglishObtain consultation from other members of the team in areas outside own expertise to fully address the needs of individual childrenDocument all activities in accordance with state/federal regulations and requirements necessary for billing and agency policiesPerform other duties as directed by the supervisor related to the organizations mission, goals, and operations.Education, Experience, and Skills: Bachelors degree in Communication and 18 credits towards an advanced degree in this area required Appropriate to the State of Licensing, maintain the proper credentials and license to be a Speech and Language Pathology Assistant Experience in providing therapeutic services to children with autism in school, home, and community-based settings Knowledge of Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) preferred Must have and maintain pediatric CPRMust achieve crisis management certification Must have a valid drivers license, safe driving record, auto insurance, and access to vehicle to be used as directed when needed to transportOur mission is to promote an enhanced quality of life for individuals with developmental disabilities.

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