Speech and Language Assistant

Speech and Language Assistant J. Arthur Trudeau Memorial Center Pathways Strategic Teaching Center is a year‑round comprehensive education and treatment program serving children with Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASD) and related disorders. The role will be based in Coventry, Rhode Island. Job Description We are seeking a Speech Language Pathologist Assistant (SLPA) to support our team in applying Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) strategies to provide speech and language, pre‑academic and academic skills, daily living skills, play and social skills, vocational skills, and behavior treatment for children with developmental disabilities. Benefits Competitive Compensation 7 weeks of PTO in the first year 13 paid holidays Health, Dental & Vision – Eligible after 1 full month of employment Health Reimbursement Account (HRA) Employer Paid Life Insurance/Voluntary Life Insurance Voluntary Long‑term Disability Insurance Flexible Spending Account 403(b) Retirement Savings Plan Paid Training OpportunitiesTuition Reimbursement Responsibilities Protect the rights and dignities of individuals with developmental disabilities and extend these rights to family members or guardians Assist the SLP with speech and language screenings and assessments without clinical interpretation Follow documented treatment plans or protocols developed by the supervising SLP Document student, patient, and client performance (tallying data and preparing charts, records, and graphs) to report information to the supervising SLP Program and provide instruction in augmentative and alternative communication devices Demonstrate or share information with patients, families, and staff regarding feeding strategies directed by the SLP Serve as interpreter for patients/clients/students and families who do not speak English Obtain consultation from other team members in areas outside own expertise to fully address each child’s needs Document all activities in accordance with state/federal regulations and billing requirements Perform other duties as directed by the supervisor related to the organization’s mission, goals, and operations Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in communication or related field and 18 credits toward an advanced degree Appropriate credentials and license as a Speech and Language Pathology Assistant for the State of Rhode Island Experience providing therapeutic services to children with autism in school, home, and community‑based settings Knowledge of Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) preferred Must have CPR certification and crisis management certification Valid driver’s license with safe driving record, auto insurance, and access to vehicle for transportation as directed Job Requirements At least 1 year of relevant experience preferred Bachelor’s degree preferred Citizenship, residency, or work visa required Contact Information Alena Hazard 75 Centre of New England Blvd. Coventry, Rhode Island 02816 Phone: View phone number on click.appcast.io Fax: View phone number on click.appcast.io Email: View email address on click.appcast.io #J-18808-Ljbffr Young World Physical Education