Speech Language Pathologist - School Superintendent (Countywide)

Salary:

Depends on Qualifications

Location :

Countywide, AZ

Job Type:

Full Time - Exempt

Job Number:

202400162

Department:

School Superintendent

Opening Date:

05/01/2024

Closing Date:

5/14/2024 5:00 PM Arizona

Role

Preference given to speech language pathologists with a certificate of clinical competency.

Responsible for the prevention, identification, evaluation, diagnosis, and treatment of children/students ages three through twenty-two years of age exhibiting communication disorders.Major Duties, Responsibilities

Facilitate assessments of students with significant educationally relevant communication disorders through interview and initial evaluation to determine the presence and severity of a communication disorder.Attend all meetings involving students (which may include review of existing data meeting, eligibility determination meeting, dismissal from program, move-ins, change of placement, IEP, addendum, etc).Provide required information to include reason for referral, evaluation results, diagnosis and recommendations, present level of educational performance, speech/language goals, and all documentation required by local, state, and federal agencies.Conduct re-evaluations every three-years to determine if continued services or dismissal are appropriate.Provide direct or indirect services by method of one-on-one, small group, or inclusion within the classroom by integrating speech/language goals with curriculum-based objectives and ethically and legally implement the IEP.Document therapy sessions to accurately determine progress/regression with current goals and/or consult with other staff, if indirect therapy, to assure appropriate progress and accurate goals.Perform other job-related duties as assigned.Minimum Qualifications

Education:Master's degree in Speech Language Pathology.

Experience:A minimum of three (3) years' experience in Speech Language Pathology in school-based (PreK - 12).

Additional Requirements:Must possess a valid Arizona driver's license.Must hold a Speech Language Pathologist Certification issued by the Arizona Department of Education.Must be licensed by the Arizona Department of Health Services.

Other Skills

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Knowledge of:

Scope of practice in accordance with ASHA, state, and federal requirements.Skill in:

Communicating effectively verbally and in writing and communicating orally in a face-to-face setting and by other electronic means with public and employees.Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with employees, other agencies, and the public.Organizing and adhering to detail.Ability to:

Develop and maintain effective working relationships with associates, employees of other departments, representatives of other organizations, County officials, and the public.Adhere to ASHA Code of Ethics, Educational Service Agency and State Guidelines regarding confidentiality, conduct, and requirements.Complete all assessments within the mandated IDEA timelines.Keep management informed of key operating issues affecting the department.Remain current in knowledge required to perform assigned duties.Adhere to FERPA requirements.Act with courtesy, tact, and diplomacy.

Work Environment:The work environment is associated with an office and/or classroom setting. The work area is adequately lighted, heated or cooled and ventilated.

Physical Requirements:Ability to sit or stand for extended periods of time. Sufficient vision to read printed materials and a computer screen; hearing and speech ability to communicate effectively in-person and telephonically. Capable of frequent repetitive movement of arms, fingers, and wrists. Ability to lift up to 30 pounds.

Additional Job Information:FLSA: ExemptGrade: UNGClassification: At-WillSafety Sensitive: No

EMPLOYEE BENEFITS

Yavapai County Government offers a comprehensive employee benefits package toFull-Time employees working 30 or more hours per week that includes but is not limited to:• 10 Holidays Per Year• Annual Leave• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)• Health Care Insurance - Medical, Dental, Vision• Life Insurance• Long-Term & Short-Term Disability• Retirement Plans• Sick Leave• Tuition Reimbursement Program

ELECTIVE COVERAGE• 457 Deferred Compensation Program• Dependent Health Care Insurance - Medical, Dental, Vision• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)• Health Savings Account (HSA)• Short-Term Disability• Supplemental Life (for employees & dependents)

PLEASE NOTE• Part-Time, Temporary and Seasonal employees accrue Sick Leave based on hours worked.• Part-Time employees have limited benefits available.• Temporary and Seasonal employees are not eligible to accrue Annual Leave.

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Do you have a Master's degree in Speech Language Pathology?

YesNo

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Do you have a minimum of three (3) years' experience in Speech Language Pathology in school-based (PreK - 12)?

YesNo

03

Do you have Speech Language Pathologist Certification issued by the Arizona Department of Education?

YesNo

04

Are you licensed by the Arizona Department of Health Services?

YesNo

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