GENERAL DESCRIPTION
Our Summer Kid's Program is seeking an experienced, licensed Speech Language Pathologist to work with our summer program participants on a part-time basis (mid-June through July).
Part-Time Position. Approximately two days a week (typically), working approximately 16 hours per week. Breakdown of weekly hours can be discussed with Director at time of hire.
The Speech Pathologist is responsible for providing speech/language services to clients/contracts which meets applicable local, state, and federal laws; licensure/certification/accreditation regulations; and agency policies and procedures meeting the needs of individuals served.
ESSENTIAL JOB RESPONSIBILITIES
- Provides speech/language services included but not limited to:
- Consultation and treatment.
- Develops and records objective-oriented treatment programs.
- Performs initial and re-evaluations as needed.
- Keeps legible and accurate daily progress notes and statistical data.
- Conducts hearing and speech/language screenings.
- Coordinates appropriate scheduling.
- Communicate with all referring agencies and keep current with referral procedures.
- Implement and follow program procedures and guidelines with therapy team.
- Maintains active and supportive communication with parents, caregivers, and physicians.
- Conforms to all health, safety, and licensing regulations and assures compliance with applicable local, state and national regulatory agencies.
- Attends required staff meetings and in-services.
- Maintains equipment and supplies used for the therapeutic process.
- Actively support and promote communication, productivity, and team work.
- Complies with required continuing education hours for licensures.
- Provides the following as it relates to programming standards:
- Educating the community, other agencies, and in-service for clients/contracts
- Conferences with parents and families.
- Works independently and with Director of Children's Services on policies and procedures, billable hours, outcomes and all necessary tracking/statistics for therapy department.