Speech-Language Pathologist

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

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