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TITLE:
SPEECH/LANGUAGE PATHOLOGIST/AAC SPECIALIST- PUBLIC SCHOOL THERAPIES
SUMMARY:
Screens, assesses and/or evaluates speech/language therapy needs of individuals with communication disabilities in the public school or other community setting; will also assess, plan and execute treatment for and development of feeding skills; may plan and implement treatment programs upon receipt of written authorization; documents and reports activities
REPORTS TO:
Department Head, Program Director and/or Coordinator
DUTIES:
- Conducts initial screenings and/or evaluations using formal and informal assessments; interprets and analyzes data; submits full comprehensive written reports of findings
- Identifies and implements long and short-term treatment plans, either individually or in a group setting or indirectly as a consultant, including educationally relevant goals and methods to achieve identified goals within given time frame
- Submits to appropriate source written reports such as client reevaluations/ updates, anecdotal notes, clinic notes, special interim reports and other related information using required formats/ forms; maintains service-related records following billing, reimbursements and procurement procedures
- Coordinates and integrates speech therapy with other therapy and educational programs
- Develops home or classroom programs for specific clients providing printed handouts or instructions; provides direct training for appropriate home or classroom personnel
- Participates in conferences, meetings and other planning sessions concerning individual children; recommends therapy activities as part of total treatment plan
- May design, fabricate, adjust, or make minor repairs to therapeutic equipment for individuals and participate in ordering equipment for home, school, or community
- Reviews and revises treatment programs as required; terminates treatment service when appropriate
- Identifies own education and supervision needs; attends educational courses to maintain and update knowledge and skills; may conduct in-service education to staff and team members
- Initiates contact with direct supervisor to report any concerns regarding safety and appropriate care, schedule changes, new referrals
- Travel may be a requirement to meet the needs of individuals
- Other responsibilities as directed by the Program Director or Supervisor
KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/ABILITIES:
KNOWLEDGE
Demonstrated knowledge of and independence in the use of varied treatment approaches; knowledge of normal child development
SKILLS AND ABILITIES
Knowledge of and adherence to professional ethics, attitudes and work habits as outlined by the American Speech & Hearing Association and New Jersey Advisory Committee for Audiology & Speech/Language Pathology; ability to relate and treat without bias or prejudice developmentally disabled clients; to demonstrate proficiency in previously established duties; to respect and maintain confidentiality; to build and promote teamwork; to communicate effectively verbally and in writing with clients, parents, staff, supervisors, administrators and other professionals; to establish and maintain proper working relationships with clients, parents, co- workers and supervisors; to perform strenuous physical activities; to travel to various locations, to maintain a safe working environment; to adhere to personnel policies, procedures and standard health precautions
ADDENDUM FOR AAC SPECIALIST
- Assists in identification of students for AAC and/or AT services
- Conducts and/or participates in AAC assessments with individuals using pertinent communication information gathered from team members, standardized and non- standardized
- Plans, participates in, and implements teaching techniques and training strategies with staff, other professionals, families and/or
- Participates in planning workshops, in-service trainings and presentations for staff, family, and community.
- Gathers information and stays abreast of current AAC/AT equipment, materials, and interventions for evidence-based practice.
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