Speech-Language Pathologist Assistant - Lewiston

Speech Language Pathologist Assistant Reports to : Speech Language Pathologist Salary Range : $19.64 - $30.57 This is a 40 hour per week, calendar year position with our CDS First Step site in Lewiston. Travel is required. Experience working with multi-disciplinary teams and the preschool population is preferred. Benefits Maine State Employee Medical coverage Dental and Vision Insurance Life and Disability Insurance 403(b) Retirement Savings Plan $250 per year Professional Development Stipend Maine State Employee Living Resources Program (Employee Assistance) Qualifying employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Program. Work/Life Balance Paid Vacation Paid Sick Time Paid Holidays Summary Description The Speech Language Pathology Assistant is responsible for assisting in the practice of speech-language therapy under the supervision of a Speech-Language Pathologist. Representative Tasks Exhibit a positive, professional attitude with supervisors, co-workers, children, and community. Maintain confidentiality of all children and employee related information. Conduct speech-language screenings (without interpretation) following specified screening protocols developed by the supervising Speech-Language Pathologist. Provide special instruction or special education assistance to students as directed by the Speech-Language Pathologist. Follow documented IFSP/IEP plans developed by the IFSP/IEP team and supervised by the Speech-Language Pathologist. Document the student’s progress toward meeting established objectives as stated in the treatment plan and report this information to the supervising Speech-Language Pathologist. Assist the Speech-Language Pathologist during assessment of students who may be difficult to test. Assist with informal documentation, prepare materials, and assist with other clerical duties as directed by the Speech-Language Pathologist. Schedule activities, prepare charts, records, graphs, or otherwise display data. Perform checks and maintain equipment. Exhibit positive language and behavior skills as a model for children and families. Complete any other appropriate duties the Site Director/Supervisor deems necessary. Required Supervision Serve under general supervision of a Speech-Language Pathologist and meet weekly or more frequently to discuss student’s treatment plan. Minimum Qualifications Maine State SLPA License High school diploma or GED Positive background, criminal records, fingerprinting and reference check Required Knowledge, Abilities and Skills Working knowledge of child development, disabilities, family systems and special education methods Ability to interact with a wide variety of people Ability to provide individual and group services in a variety of settings and models Ability to establish an effective rapport/relationship with children and parents Ability to work collaboratively as a member of an early childhood team Ability to effectively communicate, orally and in writing Ability to maintain composure in stressful situations Ability to adapt therapy techniques to varying personalities and environments Ability to travel to a variety of locations to deliver services Ability to motivate young children Veterans’ Preference Maine law provides a preference to qualified veterans and gold star spouses by ensuring they are offered an interview. If you are a veteran or a gold star spouse and wish to take advantage of this preference, please complete our employment application. Documentation is required. Equal Opportunity Employer This posting is being offered by an equal opportunity employer. #J-18808-Ljbffr