Part time Speech-Language Pathologist Birth - 3 yrs

Job Title: Speech-Language Pathologist

Experience:        Job related experience within a specialized field is required

Education:        Master’s Degree in job related area

Certificates/License:       Kansas Department of Aging & Disability Services—Speech-Language Pathology License

Status:        School Year Term – Benefit Eligible

Salary:        Certified Salary Schedule__Determined by qualifications and experience

Location:        McPherson County Special Education Cooperative

Report to:        McCSEC Director and/or Building Principal

FSLA Classification:        Exempt                         

Purpose Statement

The job of Speech-Language Pathologist is done for the purpose(s) of supporting the instructional program with specific responsibilities for identifying students with communication disorders; planning and implementing appropriate individual educational plans to minimize adverse impact on student success; and recommending direct and indirect services to improve students’ communication competence.   

Essential Functions

• Assesses students` communication skills (e.g. articulation- fluency- voice- expressive and receptive language- etc.) for the purpose of identifying communication disorders- determining program eligibility- and developing recommendations for treatment.

• Collaborates with a variety of groups and individuals (e.g. parents- teachers- physicians- administration- team members- other professionals- etc.) for the purpose of communicating information- resolving issues- and providing services in compliance with established guidelines.

• Coordinates meetings and processes for eligible students (e.g. testing and screening- IEPs- parent conferences- pre-referral staffing- etc.) for the purpose of presenting evaluation results- developing treatment plans- and providing training to parents- students- and staff.

• Develops individual educational plans- interventions- and educational materials for the purpose of minimizing the adverse impact of communication disorders in compliance with regulatory requirements.

• Interprets medical reports within the scope of the Speech Language Pathologist`s experience for the purpose of providing information and ensuring that treatment and intervention plans are appropriate.

• Maintains complete confidentiality and professional discretion with a variety of confidential and non-confidential activities- files and records (e.g. conversations- emails- progress reports- activity logs- billing information- treatment plans- required documentation- quarterly reports- screening results- etc.)  for the purpose of documenting activities- complying with mandated requirements- and providing up-to-date information.

• Participates in meetings- workshops- and seminars (e.g. training- IEPs- team meetings- general education intervention meetings- etc.) for the purpose of conveying and gathering information.

• Prepares a wide variety of written materials (e.g. activity logs- correspondence- memos- educational plans- Medicaid billings- reports- required documentation- progress reports- etc.) for the purpose of documenting activities- providing written reference- and conveying information.

• Provides speech and language therapy to students for the purpose of minimizing the adverse impact of speech and language disorders on student success.

• Provides itinerant services at multiple work sites for the purpose of providing therapy and assistance as required.

• Researches resources and methods (e.g. intervention and therapy techniques- assessment tools and methods- community resources- etc.) for the purpose of determining the appropriate approach for addressing students` needs.

• Responds to inquiries (e.g. parents- teachers- staff- students- etc.) for the purpose of resolving problems- providing information- and/or referring to appropriate personnel.

• Schedules student speech language therapy intervention sessions for the purpose of directing services in an efficient and timely manner.

• Serves as a Case Coordinator for speech-language only students for the purpose of ensuring each student is receiving services and IEPs are in compliance.

• Supervises paraeducators and/or speech assistants for the purpose of monitoring performance and supporting the overall objectives of the instructional program to impact student success.

• Transports supplies and equipment to a variety of sites for the purpose of ensuring the availability of items as needed.

• Travels to multiple work sites for the purpose of providing speech/language services to students and support to staff.

Other Functions

• Performs other related duties as assigned for the purpose of ensuring the efficient and effective functioning of the work unit.

Job Requirements: Minimum Qualifications

Skills- Knowledge and Abilities

SKILLS are required to perform multiple- highly complex- technical tasks with a need to occasionally upgrade skills in order to meet changing job conditions. Specific skill based competencies required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include: applying assessment instruments; operating specialized equipment used in the treatment of communication disorders; operating standard office equipment including pertinent computer software; and preparing and maintaining accurate records.

KNOWLEDGE is required to perform basic math- including calculations using fractions- percents- and/or ratios; review and interpret highly technical information- write technical materials- and/or speak persuasively to implement desired actions; and analyze situations to define issues and draw conclusions. Specific knowledge based competencies required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include: anatomy and physiology of speech and hearing mechanisms and disorders; principles and practices of speech and language therapy; and pertinent codes- policies- regulations- and laws.

ABILITY is required to schedule activities- meetings- and/or events; gather- collate- and/or classify data; and use jobrelated equipment. Flexibility is required to independently work with others in a wide variety of circumstances; work with data utilizing defined but different processes; and operate equipment using standardized methods. Ability is also required to work with a significant diversity of individuals and/or groups; work with data of widely varied types and/or purposes; and utilize job-related equipment. Independent problem solving is required to analyze issues and create action plans. Problem solving with data frequently requires independent interpretation of guidelines; and problem solving with equipment is significant. Specific ability based competencies required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include: adapting to changing work priorities; communicating with diverse groups; utilizing specialized equipment in communication disorders; maintaining confidentiality; meeting deadlines and schedules; working as part of a team; working with detailed information; maintaining effective working relationships; and translating therapy data into meaningful educational activities.

Responsibility

Responsibilities include: working under limited supervision using standardized practices and/or methods; leading- guiding- and/or coordinating others; operating within a defined budget. Utilization of some resources from other work units is often required to perform the job`s functions.

Work Environment

The usual methods of performing the job`s functions require the following physical demands: occasional lifting and carrying up to twenty (20) pounds- some pushing- and/or pulling- frequent stooping- kneeling- crouching- and/or crawling and significant fine finger dexterity. Generally the job requires 60% sitting- 35% walking- and 5% standing. The job is performed under conditions with some exposure to risk of injury and/or illness.

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