Position Summary: Speech-Language Pathologist specializing in the evaluation and treatment of individuals with aphasia and primary progressive aphasia within an aphasia center setting. This role applies evidence-based, person-centered therapeutic approaches to support communication recovery, functional participation, and improved quality of life for people with aphasia.
Location: 2700 University Blvd W, Jacksonville, FL 32217
Department: Outpatient - Brooks Rehab Aphasia Center
Hours: M-F; Full-Time
Compensation: Experience and education may be considered along with internal equity when job offers are extended.
Primary Responsibilities in ICAP program
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Evaluate adults with aphasia and primary progressive aphasia, apraxia of speech, and cognitive-communication disorders utilizing aphasia friendly standardized and functional assessment measures.
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Develop individualized person-centered treatment plans with measurable, salient goals that promote communication, life participation, and quality of life for people with aphasia in the ICAP program.
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Provide and implement intensive, functional, and person-centered interventions to improve spoken language, reading, writing, comprehension, and social communication skills utilizing life participation approaches in six week ICAP program.
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Educate and train people with aphasia, families, caregivers, students, and community partners regarding aphasia, communication strategies, and recovery after stroke or brain injury.
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Collaborate with interdisciplinary team members, community partners, and referral sources to ensure coordinated care and optimal patient outcomes.
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Participate in program development, quality improvement initiatives, and outcome tracking to support the mission of the Aphasia Center.
Aphasia Group Responsibilities (Secondary)
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Plan, coordinate, and facilitate communication groups for individuals with aphasia across varying severity levels.
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Develop engaging, evidence-based group activities that target communication, social participation, self-advocacy, and life participation goals.
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Utilize Supported Conversation tools and other communication supports to maximize participation and inclusion.
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Train and mentor volunteers, students, and group facilitators in aphasia-friendly communication techniques.
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Assist team with Aphasia Center events, awareness initiatives, education and community advocacy programs.
Additional Preferred Responsibilities
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Supervise graduate student clinicians, Clinical Fellows, or volunteers as assigned.
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Support development of new aphasia programming, intensive treatment programs, caregiver education initiatives, and community initiatives for people with aphasia.
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May perform other duties as assigned
- Must have a state SLP license with the Department of Professional Regulations.
- Minimum Master’s degree
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Must be certified with ASHA (CCC)
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Hands-on BLS Card.
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Maintains confidentiality of all patient information.
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Adheres to policies and procedures specific to patient rights.
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Maintains a clean and safe environment; identifies and reports hazards. Assures patients, guest, clients, and residents safety.
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Meets all requirements for mandatory in-services.
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Adheres to policies/procedures specific to universal precautions when delivering patient care.
