Speech Language Pathologist Assistant (Per Diem)

Speech Language Pathologist Assistant (Per Diem) 2026-2027 Academic School YearSince 1966, the Capitol Region Education Council (CREC) has been dedicated to providing innovative, high-quality, and cost-effective educational programs and services to meet the diverse needs of children and adults in Greater Hartford. Serving 33 member districts and reaching additional communities statewide, CREC supports approximately 12,000 students annually through more than 120 educational programs.POSITION SUMMARY: The Capitol Region Education Council (CREC) seeks a Speech and Language Pathologist Assistant to work at the CREC Resource Group. Candidates will be responsible for executing specific components of a speech and language service delivery program as specified in a treatment plan, under the direction and supervision of a qualified Speech-Language Pathologist.ESSENTIAL DUTIES and RESPONSIBILITIES:Provide select direct services under the direction and monitoring of the supervising SLP.Assist in an array of indirect instructional activities as directed by the SLP.Work with individuals or small groups as assigned, directed, and supervised by the SLP.Follow laws and regulations regarding the rights of children, adults, and families.Follow the guidelines for the scope of services as set forth by the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA).Comply with all company policies and procedures.Other duties as assigned. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY: This position has no supervisory responsibilities.COMPETENCIES:Interpersonal SkillsWritten & Oral CommunicationTeamworkDiversity & EthicsMotivation & InitiativePlanning/OrganizingProfessionalismQuality & QuantityAdaptabilityQUALIFICATIONS: Associate's Degree (AA) in SLPA, or related field, from an accredited institution. Eligibility to take the SLPA certification exam (to become ASHA SLPA certified). Must participate in and pass crisis management training to ensure preparedness and effective response in emergency situations. TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS Motor Vehicle Operator's License or ability to provide transportation to job sites, meetings, trainings, and professional learning opportunities as required.PHYSICAL DEMANDS & WORK ENVIRONMENT: 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 may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Standing (continually, more than 2/3) Walking (continually, more than 2/3) Sitting (frequently, 1/3 2/3) Reach with hands and arms (frequently, 1/3 2/3) Climbing or balancing (frequently, 1/3 2/3) Stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl (frequently, 1/3 2/3) Ability to work outdoors, as required (frequently, 1/3 2/3) Lifting up to 50 lbs. (occasionally, less than 1/3) Carrying up to 50 lbs. (occasionally, less than 1/3) This position requires the ability to work in a high-energy environment with varying noise levels (from quiet to loud) based on student activity.WHAT'S IN IT FOR YOU? Connecticut Paid Sick Time (for eligible employees in accordance with state law) 403(b) Retirement Savings PlanDIVERSITY, EQUITY, & INCLUSION STATEMENT: CREC strives to understand and confront the symptoms and causes of racism and prejudiceranging from biases to aggressions to discriminatory policies, practices, and traditionsthat harm people from systemically marginalized groups or that benefit privileged groups. CREC staff and students acknowledge and respect people of all identifiers, such as race, socioeconomic status, gender identity and expression, education, age, ability, ethnicity, culture, sexual orientation, language, nationality, religion, and veteran status.