Job Description:

Candeo Schools is seeking a Speech-Language Pathologist Assistant (SLPA) to provide speech and language services to students with disabilities under the direction and supervision of a certified Speech-Language Pathologist.

Qualifications

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

• Ability to maintain a high level of confidentiality

• Proficiency in using Google Suite software programs and other programs as it relates to the position

• Ability to operate most standard office equipment

• High school diploma or equivalent

• Completion of an approved training program or the equivalent from a nationally or regionally accredited college or university consisting of a minimum of 60 semester credit hours of general education and speech-language pathology technical coursework and a minimum of 100 clock hours of clinical interaction under the supervision of a licensed master's level speech-language pathologist

• Required Certifications/Licenses

• Speech-Language Pathologist Assistant license through the Arizona Department of Health Services

• Must hold or be able to obtain a Fingerprint Clearance Card with an IVP number through the Arizona Department of Public Safety

• Experience working with students

Responsibilities

• Provide speech and language services to students with disabilities under the direction and supervision of a certified Speech-Language Pathologist

• Responds to all internal and external stakeholders, as it relates to the job, in an efficient, friendly, and professional manner

• Implements speech/language services following documented treatment plans or protocols developed by the supervising Speech-Language Pathologist

• Assists with informal documentation as directed by the Speech Therapist including collecting data for Individualized Education Programs

• Develops an awareness of individual student needs and assists the Speech-Language Pathologist in monitoring these needs

• Assists with instructing the educational staff concerning the use of adaptive equipment, materials, and integration of therapy goals into classroom academic activities to enhance function at the direction of the Speech-Language Pathologist

• Assists with clerical duties such as preparing materials and scheduling activities

• Maintains current records under the Speech-Language Pathologist’s supervision in accordance with school, state and federal policy

• Assists with keeping accurate records of therapy equipment and materials

• Consults with the Speech-Language Pathologist overseeing work, concerning implementation and status of therapy goals

• Helps ensure the proper and safe use of any equipment or materials, including augmentative communication devices, and making certain equipment is properly maintained

• Meets with school staff as necessary concerning students

• Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice

Salary

$30/hr (amount increase dependent on experience)