Speech Language Pathologist Assistant

Are you looking for a purpose-driven career? At Metrocare, we serve our neighbors with developmental or mental health challenges by helping them find lives that are meaningful and satisfying. Metrocare is the largest provider of mental health services in North Texas, serving over 55,000 adults and children annually. For over 50 years, Metrocare has provided a broad array of services to people with mental health challenges and developmental disabilities. In addition to behavioral health care, Metrocare provides primary care centers for adults and children, services for veterans and their families, accessible pharmacies, housing, and supportive social services. Alongside clinical care, researchers and teachers from Metrocare’s Altshuler Center for Education & Research are advancing mental health beyond Dallas County while providing critical workforce to the state. Job Description GENERAL DESCRIPTION: The Speech Language Pathologist Assistant provides speech language therapy, education, plans and support to ECI children and families under the clinical supervision of the Speech Language Pathologist (SLP‑CCC). ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Develops, implements and provides individual speech language therapy with infants and toddlers in a variety of inclusive and natural settings. Provides families with consultation and therapy services in the home, clinic, or other community-based settings. Uses assistive technology/adaptive equipment to assist in daily living skills and to promote independence. Provides consultation and training for other Interdisciplinary team members to facilitate therapy programs. Implements clinical feedback and service plans assigned by the Speech Language Therapist. Coordinates interdisciplinary services for families. Completes accurate and timely documentation including progress notes, and other required documentation. Contributes to the growth of the agency through additional activities (i.e. volunteering, outreach, committees, etc.). Attends weekly and other required ECI team meetings. Works in accordance with ECI philosophy regarding natural environment and teamwork with other ECI practices to include working in the homes of families served and other community-settings (i.e. daycares). Complies with ECI of Metrocare and ECI State policies and procedures. Performs other duties as assigned. COMPETENCIES Self-motivating, professional acumen, supervision skills, problem solving, respect for confidentiality, good communication skills for public speaking and presentation skills. Passionate in advocating for and educating children. Knowledgeable about community resources and service delivery systems. QUALIFICATIONS EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE Bachelors Degree in Speech Language Therapy or other applicable area. Two (2) or more years experience working with individual with intellectual developmental disabilities. MATHEMATICAL SKILLS Ability to work with reports and numbers. REASONING ABILITY Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out simple one or two-step instructions. Ability to deal with standardized situations with only occasional or no variables. COMPUTER SKILLS Use computer, printer, and software programs necessary to the position (e.g., Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint). Ability to utilize Internet for resources. Ability to use Metrocare computer software (My Avatar, Northstar, T-Kids, Word, etc.). CERTIFICATIONS, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS Licensed Speech Language Therapy Assistant by the Texas State Board of Examiners. Current State of Texas Driver License or if you live in another state, must be currently licensed in that state. If licensed in another state, must obtain Texas Driver License within three (3) months of employment. Liability insurance required if employee will operate personal vehicle on Center property or for Center business. Must be insurable by Centers liability carrier if employee operates a Center vehicle or drives personal car on Center business. Must have an acceptable driving record. PHYSICAL DEMANDS The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations can be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the incumbent is required to talk and hear, use hands and fingers to operate a computer and telephone. The incumbent must be able to carry material (up to 15 pounds) to meetings. Have personal transportation to-and-from sites of meetings. TRAVEL In-state travel. None-to-Negligible travel outside of the county. Notice on positions that require travel to/from various work sites: Positions that are community-based, in whole or part, require the incumbent to travel between various work sites within his/her workday/workweek. The incumbent is required to have reliable transportation that can facilitate this requirement. The incumbent is further required to meet the criteria for insurability by the Centers risk management facilitator; and produce proof of minimal auto liability coverage when applicable. Failure to meet these terms may result in disciplinary action up to and including termination of employment, contract or other status with Metrocare. WORK ENVIRONMENT The work environment describe here is representative of that which an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation can be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The noise level may vary between low and mild. The work environment should not experience temperature extremes (hot and cold). Benefits Information and Perks Medical/Dental/Vision Paid Time Off Paid Holidays Employee Assistance Program Retirement Plan, including employer matching Health Savings Account, including employer matching Professional Development allowance up to $2000 per year Bilingual Stipend - 6% of the base salary Many other benefits Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer Tobacco-Free Facilities - Metrocare is committed to promoting the health, well-being, and safety of Metrocare team members, guests, and individuals and families we serve while on the facility campuses. Therefore, Metrocare facilities and grounds are tobacco-free. No Recruitment Agencies Please Metrocare is the largest provider of mental health, developmental disability and permanent supported housing services in Dallas County serving over 50,000 children, teens and adults annually. For over 55 years, Metrocare has provided a broad array of services from mental health care, primary care, services for veterans and their loved ones, accessible pharmacies, homeless outreach, and supportive social services. Metrocare provides specialty mental health services to over 10,000 children and teens and has numerous programs for babies, children and adults with disabilities, including Early Childhood Intervention, Flourishing Families, Nurturing Parenting, Supported Employment and two specialty autism clinics in Dallas and DeSoto. Metrocare’s Altshuler Center for Education & Research is the premier training and research institute for community mental health professionals across Texas. Metrocare upholds the person-centered philosophy to focus care on the needs of individual. We take care to ensure that people’s preferences, needs and values guide clinical decisions and to provide care that is respectful of and responsive to those we serve. We see ourselves as partners in healing with our clients and their support network. #J-18808-Ljbffr Metrocare Services