*Speech Language Pathologist Assistant

Crystal Springs Inc. is currently seeking a full-time Speech Language Pathologist Assistant to join our dedicated team in Assonet, MA. This is an ideal position for someone who is enthusiastic about making a difference in the lives of individuals with speech and language challenges. In addition to a competitive wage , you will be given great benefits: 403B retirement plan Medical, dental, and vision insurance Flexible Spending Accounts Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Life Insurance Accidental death and dismemberment Long- and short-term disability Voluntary accident and critical illness Exclusive auto and home insurance savings Discount programs (from name brands including Target, Disney, AVIS, and Costco) Professional development and e-learning opportunities For Eligible Employees Paid time off and holidays Employee Recognition – Monthly and yearly honors and services awards Discounted hot and cold lunches, breakfast, and coffee and tea Easy access and free parking a Little About Us For over seven decades, Crystal Springs has been a beacon of care and support, fostering a nurturing environment where everyone is not just seen but truly valued. Our unwavering mission is to empower individuals, both young and old, on their unique journeys toward reaching their fullest potential and attaining the highest levels of independence. With exceptional programs and a dedicated team, we offer specialized educational, therapeutic, and residential services within our close-knit Crystal Springs community. At the heart of our values, we stand firm with our FIERCE principles: Fairness, Integrity, Engagement, Respect and responsibility, Care and cooperation, and Excellence. We believe that living and working by these values helps us create an inclusive and supportive work environment for everyone. Between the competitive compensation, outstanding benefits, and close-knit team, we take great care of our team! YOUR ROLE AS A SPEECH-LANGUAGE PATHOLOGIST ASSISTANT You're dedicated to enhancing the lives of our students. You implement treatment protocols prescribed by the SLP, maintaining a predictable schedule for speech therapy services in accordance with IEP requirements. Your role is multifaceted, from modeling language comprehension strategies to collecting accurate data during therapy sessions. You consult with the SLP to ensure the students' progress aligns with therapy objectives. Your expertise allows you to pace treatment sessions for maximum student response and utilize appropriate cues and prompts. You provide behavioral reinforcement tailored to each student, selecting the right materials for therapy. Equally important is your role in training direct care staff to apply speech therapy recommendations. You offer orientation training in communication, feeding, swallowing, and assistive technology. You serve as a liaison, effectively communicating information and concerns between students, guardians, staff, and the supervising SLP. With keen attention to detail, you maintain accurate records and recognize signs of dysphagia, reporting safety concerns to the supervising SLP. Your dedication to the holistic well-being of our students is paramount, ensuring that all therapy efforts lead to increased independence and safety! Qualifications Bachelor's degree and MA licensure to practice as an SLPA A valid driver's license for more than one year and the ability to drive the company's wheelchair or mini-vans safely according to Massachusetts driving laws Willingness to participate in a minimum of two hours per month of in-service training to further develop necessary skills

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We make it easy with our initial 3-minute application. We look forward to hearing from you! Due to the nature of this position, potential employees will need to pass a background check, drug screening, and tuberculosis (TB) test. Statement of Nondiscrimination Crystal Springs, Inc. does not discriminate in any of its programs, procedures, or practices against any person on the basis of age, citizenship, color, disability, national origin, political affiliation, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, sexual preference, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected under the law. Employees will be expected and required to perform all essential functions with or without accommodation. Crystal Springs will make reasonable accommodation in compliance with state and federal disability laws. Salary: $28 - $31 per hour #J-18808-Ljbffr Crystal Springs, Inc