What are the responsibilities and job description for the Speech Language Pathologist position at Broward Children's Center?
About Broward Children’s Center (BCC)
Broward Children’s Center (BCC) is dedicated to transforming lives by providing specialized care to children and young adults who are medically fragile and developmentally disabled. Our comprehensive services range from 24/7 skilled nursing at our pediatric care facility to developmental education programs, therapeutic support, and family-centered services like respite care, social services, and in-home health support.
With unique programs including ABA therapy, developmental preschools, K-12, Home Health and PPEC outpatient care, BCC ensures each individual receives tailored support to thrive. Our team also takes part in community events, such as our annual 5K and golf tournament, creating a vibrant, mission-driven workplace.
“With your support, Broward Children’s Center (BCC) provides quality programs to infants, children, and young adults who are developmentally disabled and/or medically fragile through a continuum of services designed to meet the needs of children and their families.”
If you’re passionate about impactful work and a supportive team environment, BCC may be the perfect place for your career.
SUMMARY
The Speech-Language Pathology Assistant will assist speech-language pathologists in the assessment and treatment of speech, language, voice, and fluency disorders, implement speech and language programs or activities as planned and directed by speech-language pathologists, and monitor the use of alternative communication devices and systems.
EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE
A bachelor's degree from a regionally accredited college or university including completion of 24 semester hours as specified by the Board from a Council for Higher Education accredited institution is necessary.
Broward Children's Center covers the cost of continuing education units (CEUs) for its employees for one year.
QUALIFICATIONS
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
- Implements treatment plans or protocols as directed by speech-language pathologists.
- Documents residents/students' progress toward meeting established treatment objectives.
- Assists speech-language pathologists in the remediation or development of speech and language skills.
- Performs support duties such as preparing materials, keeping records, maintaining supplies, and scheduling activities.
- Collects and compiles data to document resident/students' performance and to assess program quality.
- Selects and/or prepares speech-language instructional materials.
- Assists speech-language pathologists in the conduct of client screenings and assessments of language, voice, fluency, articulation, and hearing.
- Tests and maintains equipment to ensure performance.
- Conducts in-service training sessions and family and community education programs.
- Prepares charts, graphs, and other visual displays to communicate residents/students' performance information.
- Assists speech-language pathologists in the conduct of speech-language research projects
- Provide guidance and treatment via tele practice to students, patients, and clients who are selected by the supervising SLP as appropriate for this service delivery model.
CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS
- Current Florida Speech Language Pathology License
- HIV AID / HIPAA Certification
- CPR/First Aid Certification
LANGUAGE SKILLS
Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and safety manuals, and procedure manuals. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence. Ability to speak effectively before groups of customers or employees of organization.
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY
This position has no supervisory responsibilities.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally exposed to fumes or airborne particles. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
Employee Benefits
- 401(k) Retirement Plan: Automatic enrollment after eligibility, with diverse investment options to help secure your future once eligibility requirements are met.
Employee Childcare:
BCC offers valuable childcare programs to support our employees and their families:
- Step Up Scholarship for Students with Unique Abilities (Pre-K up to 8th grade). We offer Private Therapy Services for those that qualify. Breakfast, lunch, and snacks are included.
- Early Learning Coalition of Broward County School Readiness Program (for children ages 1 up to 3 years old). Early Steps Therapy Services for those that qualify. Breakfast, lunch, and snacks are included.
- Employee Daycare (for ages 1 year through 5 years old), available at $150 per week, inclusive of breakfast, lunch, and snacks.
- Broward County Non-School Days: We offer our employees child care when Broward County has non-school days (winter break, spring break, thanksgiving break), with the exception of major holidays (Thanksgiving, Christmas day, etc.).
Join BCC and enjoy a supportive, robust benefits program designed to help you thrive in both your personal and professional life.
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