Speech-Language Pathologist

Primary Job Duties

• Evaluate children for speech, language, and communication concerns seen in the classroom and/or as reported by parents
• Provide direct therapy services to students in the least restrictive environment
• Collaborate with teachers, parents, and Playworks team to support student communication goals and success in the classroom and across environments
• Provide parent and teacher education as well as home programming to help children continue progress across different environments
• Maintain detailed and accurate records for evaluation reports, progress notes, and daily notes
• Participate in meetings and provide input on student goals and progress to each child’s service team

Minimum Requirements

• Hold a Master’s degree in Communication Sciences and Disorders or Speech-Language Pathology, Certificate of Clinical Competence (CCC-SLP) from the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA)
• Preferred: Clinical Fellow in Speech-Language Pathology (CF-SLP) or Speech-Language Pathology Assistants (SLP-A)
• Must hold a MN Department of Health License in the area of Speech-Language Pathology
• Experience working with children ages birth-5
• Good physical stamina with the ability to lift children as well as bending, kneeling, sitting and child size tables and chairs and on the floor
• Valid class D driver’s license may be required with a good driving record

Required Skills

• Service oriented
• Strong organizational and multi-tasking skills
• Empathetic and sociable
• Skilled in identifying problems and brainstorming solutions
• Excellent at written and oral communication skills
• Proficient computer skills for documentation

Benefits

• Enjoy weekly pay
• Childcare discounts
• Health benefits