What are the responsibilities and job description for the Speech-Language Pathologist Clinical Fellow position at AchieveKids?
Speech-Language Pathologist Clinical Fellow
Job Announcement
AchieveKids is a dynamic, non-profit special education organization with a rich 60 year history of providing non-public schooling in San Jose and Palo Alto, California. Our students possess a range of abilities, and we focus on skill development to help our students transition to progressively more independent learning environments. We strive to create joy in learning and to enhance success beyond our doors. AchieveKids is an exciting place to work, and we have a lot to offer the right candidate.
AchieveKids is committed to supporting high quality, inclusive practices in our schools and programs. The diversity of our workforce and Board of Directors is essential and we are committed to diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging throughout our company to ensure a wide range of experiences, perspectives, and skills to drive innovation and creativity, enhance decision-making, and provide better solutions.
LOCATION
San Jose Campus: 1212 McGinness Avenue, San Jose, CA 95127
DESCRIPTION
This is a regular, full-time, non-exempt, position that reports to the Director of Education.
You are an Speech Clinical Fellow who will provide evaluation and treatment of students in accordance with approved policies, procedures, and protocols. Under the supervision of an SLP, you will learn to plan, implement, and coordinate comprehensive therapy. Your caseload will range between approximately 10-20 students. You thrive on finding creative options to enhance student learning.
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Ongoing assessment of designated students’ speech and language needs
- Writing individual speech and language goals and objectives
- Planning and implementation of necessary speech therapy
- Collaborate and coordinate with all team members and attend parent conferences
- Carry out behavioral interventions with children and/or adolescents, which could include visually/auditorily monitoring clients, evading or containing physical aggression, lifting, and pursuing clients who might be running away
- Facilitate open communication, the team process within the Agency, and a positive attitude toward program function and general Agency goals
- Drive students to/from community outings
QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Speech Pathology or related field,
- California RPE license/CCC or eligibility
- Competencies in the following:
- PART techniques (annual PART certification is a requirement for this classification)
- Working knowledge of the principles of applied behavioral analysis
- Working knowledge of skill and communication training materials
- Excellent oral and written communication skills
- Ability to function as part of an interdisciplinary team.
- Ability to think and act autonomously in a variety of situations.
- CA Driver's License and Auto Insurance as this position may drive as an essential function
- Clean California DMV record required
- Ability to pass pre-employment physical and drug screen
- Ability to pass DOJ fingerprint background check
- TB Clearance
PAY RANGE
- The pay range for this position is $32.14 to $35.65 per hour. The pay offered to a selected candidate will be determined based on factors such as, but not limited to, the scope and responsibilities of the position, the qualifications of the selected candidate, internal equity, and the Collective Bargaining Agreement.
- This range represents base salary only and one aspect of the total rewards package. Specifics about the rewards package for this position may be discussed during the hiring process.
BENEFITS & PERKS
- Generous Total Rewards Package!
- 7 paid weeks off, plus additional time off accrual
- Paid holidays, vacation, and sick time
- Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance plan options
- Retirement plan with generous company match
- Scholarship and Grant opportunities
- Tuition and professional development assistance
- Health care and dependent care flexible spending accounts
- EAP, Travel Assistance, Will/Trust Preparation Services, Pet Insurance, Employee Discount Program, and more!
- A fun, positive, and strength-based learning environment!
Apply online at https://www.achievekids.org/career-opportunities
Salary : $32 - $36
