Speech Language Pathologist

Job Goal

To provide a program of speech and language therapy to meet the identified speech and language needs of children/students with a speech and language disability.

Performance Responsibilities

• Conduct speech and language screenings for referred students.
• Provide a comprehensive evaluation of speech and language skills as part of the multidisciplinary team evaluation/reevaluation for referred and enrolled children/students.
• Participate as a member of the Individualized Education Program (IEP) planning team, providing recommendations for instruction in the areas of speech and/or language.
• Work cooperatively with other CAIU staff in providing an integrated approach to therapy/instruction, including the use of augmentative communication and assistive devices.
• Report on child/student progress as per program and/or facility requirements.
• Meet as necessary with parents/guardians/family members to confer on child/student progress.
• Comply with the record keeping requirements of agencies/districts contracting with the CAIU for speech and language services.
• Complete records and reports to meet established timelines and standard and in compliance with Federal and State regulations and standards.
• Act as a consultant and resource to CAIU, school district, and agency personnel and to parents and families regarding speech and language development, including implications of a speech and language disability and therapy.
• Work cooperatively and, as appropriate and approved by the Supervisor, with children/student from area agencies, medical facilities, and school districts.
• Recommend assessment instruments, instructional materials, and equipment for purchase; prepare purchase orders for/purchase equipment, instructional materials, and other items as directed.
• Maintain a knowledge base of current information in the field of speech and language development and communication disorders to facilitate the delivery of a quality and comprehensive clinical program.
• Read, on a regular basis, current professional literature available in the area of communication disorders.
• Maintain materials and equipment in good condition.
• Attend conventions, workshops, and in-service programs offering information on communication development and disabilities.
• Adhere to the policies, procedures and rules as applicable, of the building/agency/facility contracting for speech and language services and/or providing a site for service provision.
• Attend and participate in staff and team meetings as appropriate.
• Assume any other responsibilities as assigned by the employee's Supervisor or his/her designee.
• Assume any other responsibilities as assigned by the Executive Director or his/her designee.