Speech Language Pathologist (Temporary)

About the role

The job of "Speech Language Pathologist" is done for the purpose/s of assessing student's speech/language development level; providing information for program development and student placement; improving students' performance; and providing information on child development and/or issues on specific students to instructional personnel.

Responsibilities

• Evaluates/Assesses students' communication skills and development skills (e.g. articulation, language, fluency, voice) for the purpose of determining their speech and language ability and developing recommendations
• Consults with teachers, parents, other personnel and/or outside professionals for the purpose of providing requested information, developing plans for service and/or making recommendations
• Facilitates meetings (e.g. IEP conferences, parent meetings, in-services, etc.) for the purpose of developing plans and/or providing information regarding students' functional goals
• Prepares/Plans/Instructs students for the purpose of implementing goals for remediation of speech and language deficits
• Prepares documentation (e.g. evaluations, observations, IEP, progress reports, compliance and procedural safeguards, contacts with parents, teachers and outside professionals, etc.) for the purpose of providing written support, developing recommendations and/or conveying information
• Presents information on various topics related to professional expertise in speech pathology for the purpose of communicating information and gaining feedback on treatment issues
• Researches resources and methods (i.e. intervention and treatment techniques, assessment tools and methods, community resources, etc.) for the purpose of determining appropriate approach for addressing students' speech and language goals
• Screens students for the purpose of determining the need for further individualized assessment
• Develops/Trains/Maintains assistive technology systems in coordination with the Assistive Technology Specialist or an outside specialist contracted by the district
• Prompt and regular attendance
• Assists other personnel as may be required for the purpose of supporting them in the completion of their work activities
• Supervises/supports personnel including speech pathology assistants under Oregon law and administrative rules
• Participates in various meetings (e.g. parent conferences, in-service training, site meetings, curricular standards, etc.) for the purpose of receiving and/or providing information and/or meeting credential requirements
• Bills for Medicaid on a regular and timely basis
• Travels between school sites as work assignments dictate

Requirements

Experience required: Prior job related experience.

Qualifications

• Speech Language Pathology license issued by the Oregon Board of Ex