What are the responsibilities and job description for the Speech-Language Pathologist position at The Emerge Center?
Job Family : Therapeutic Services
Supervisor : Speech-Language Program Director
Direct Reports : Classroom techs, other paraprofessionals, clinic students and CF-SLP's as indicated or assigned
Main Purpose of the Role : To provide direct speech-language evaluation and therapeutic services to clients with a variety of delays / disorders at the Emerge Center and the Emerge School for Autism
Duties and Responsibilities :
- Demonstrate professional-level knowledge of child development and emotional and psycho-social needs of the client population served
- Treat all clients and families with equal respect and compassion
- Plan, prepare and implement group and individual therapeutic sessions based on the specific needs of the clients
- Effectively manage behavior using principles of behavior modification with focus on positive behavior support. Know when to seek outside assistance with problem behavior from Director and / or BCBA's
- Provide ongoing supervision and training of classroom techs and assigned clinic students
- Communicate effectively with clients and their families re : treatment goals, progress, and recommendations
- Communicate effectively with outside persons on a child's team, such as physicians, other therapists, social workers, etc, given appropriate permission and written release of information
- Complete all required documentation (daily notes, reports, updates, billing) in a timely manner
- Maintain required caseload size; seek assistance when needed to fill open spots in a timely manner
- Administer evaluations and / or interval testing as indicated; evaluate results, develop treatment plans and monitor client progress
- Maintain appropriate contact and follow-up with existing clients and their families to maximize effectiveness of treatment
- Work as an effective team member, both within the speech-language pathology department and as a member of interdisciplinary teams with OT / ABA / behavioral health
- Attend scheduled staff meetings and client staffings
- Consult with other professionals concerning therapy techniques and therapeutic direction when needed
- Follow all clinic guidelines re : infection control, safety, and client confidentiality / HIPPA regulations
- Assist with planning of clinic activities as assigned (e.g. holiday parties, recognition ceremonies, etc)
- Participate in outside activities that support the clinic's role within the community, as possible (e.g. health fairs, autism walk, etc)
- Maintain continuing education requirements in accordance with state and national standards
- Uphold the values / attitudes that will strengthen the center and maintain its mission
Qualifications : Required
Preferred
Qualification
Experience
Prior Knowledge
Essential Job
Functions
GROUP THERAPIST
