Job Title: Speech-Language Pathologist Assistant (SLPA)
Department: Early Childhood Intervention (ECI)
Status: Exempt
Job Summary: The Speech-Language Pathologist Assistant (SLPA) position will provide hands on Speech and Language services for children in the Early Childhood Intervention (ECI) program in Brazoria County. SLPA needed for the Alvin/Rosharon area. Services are provided in the child’s natural environment, so the applicant must be comfortable making home visits and driving to homes throughout the day. Home visits include coaching and parent education and working directly with the child. The SLPA must be able to follow treatment plans and goals for the child, as well as work in a team environment, with professionals and the community. Strong communication and documentation skills are required to meet billing requirements and strict timelines. This position will be directly supervised by a Speech Language Pathologist and Team Lead.
Essential functions:
1. Participate with other disciplines and parents in establishing the child’s Individual Family Service Plan (IFSP).
2. Provide Speech and Language services at a frequency and intensity determined by the interdisciplinary team in the child’s natural environment.
3. Monitor child’s progress and review/update intervention strategies.
4. Submit documentation/reports according to ECI and BACH requirements and timelines.
5. Facilitate interactions between caregivers and child, using daily routines and activities to help family reach desired outcome.
6. Attend staff meetings, in-services and scheduled meetings as required by supervisor.
7. Support BACH at fundraisers and community events as needed.
Qualifications:
1. Graduate of an accredited school program of Speech Language Pathology Assistant.
2. Licensed to practice as a Speech Language Pathologist Assistant (SLPA) in Texas.
3. Maintain Current CPR and First Aid certification.
4. Maintain CEU’s as appropriate.
5. Strong interpersonal Skills and the ability to work within a team environment. Cooperative and willing to assist others. Excellent organizational skills.
6. Must possess a valid Texas Driver’s License.
7. Participate in the Central Registry and criminal background check, including fingerprinting every two years.
8. Must be able to pass random drug screenings.
Working Conditions:
1. Must be able to lift and carry heavy objects.
2. Drive for long periods of time.
3. Must be able to physically get on and off the floor.
4. Able to sit or stand for extended periods of time.
5. Must be able to walk, stand, sit, crawl, twist, kneel, stoop, climb stairs, see, hear, write, count, read and tell time.
6. Working conditions include working closely with others, working alone, occasional excessive heat, cold, wet, and slippery/uneven walking surfaces.
7. Work under stringent deadlines.
8. Able to work with flexibility with daily tasks and change as needed.
9. Other duties as assigned.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From $50,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
License/Certification:
Work Location: In person
