Speech-language Pathology Aide

Speech-Language Pathology Aide

The Speech-Language Pathology Aide (SLPA) works under the supervision of a licensed Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP) to implement treatment plans for individuals with communication and swallowing disorders.

Duties And Responsibilities:

• Assist SLPs in conducting individual or group therapy sessions and implement treatment plans.
• Assist with speech and language screenings and evaluations, and help gather data on student performance.
• Prepare rooms for therapy sessions, gather necessary equipment, and organize therapy materials.
• Communicate with students and other professionals to meet the emotional needs of students
• Obtain case histories and completes observation checklists
• Manage student behavior using appropriately designed management techniques
• Summarize and record target behaviors during therapy sessions
• Organize and manage student data and records
• Manages, operates, programs, and/or monitors equipment and materials
• Provide feedback to students and caregivers, and educate them on exercises to improve communication skills.
• Work with SLPs, teachers, and other healthcare professionals.
• Additional duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

To perform this position successfully, an individual must be able to perform each job duty satisfactorily. The list below represents the knowledge, skills, and abilities of the position.

• A master's degree (or higher) with a major emphasis in speech-language pathology from an accredited institution.
• An active, professional license to practice as a speech-language pathologist issued by the Ohio Board of Speech and Hearing Professionals.
• Passing scores on the required licensure examination (Praxis exam #5331).
• Completion of an Ohio Department of Higher Education approved school licensure program (or an equivalent out-of-state program).
• Previous experience preferred.
• Strong interpersonal communication skills, compassion, patience, adaptability, and attention to detail
• Ability to operate computer

Skills And Abilities:

Thorough knowledge of anatomy and physiology, normal communication development, phonetics, developmental psychology, various types of disabilities seen in school children, and various speech-language disorders and approaches to therapeutic educational intervention, and roles of supervising speech-language pathologists and assistants.

Supervisory Responsibilities

• None.

Physical Demands:

• Ability to lift and move up to 25 pounds.
• Ability to sit for extended periods of time.
• Must be able to communicate orally and in writing with parents, staff, and community leaders.
• Must be physically able to perform the basic life operational functions of kneeling, sitting, walking, stooping, reaching, lifting, pushing, pulling, talking, seeing, hearing, and repetitive motion.
• Must possess hand and finger dexterity for accurate input and output of computer data.
• Must be able to express and exchange ideas by means of spoken word.
• This position requires the individual to meet multiple demands from several people and interact with the public and other staff.
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Work Environment:

• Ability to work in a high traffic, indoor environment.
• Must be able to work flexible hours as needed.

Special Requirements:

• Background check with local and state law enforcement agencies required.
• Must possess a valid Ohio driver's license.