Speech Language Pathologist Assistant

Speech Language Pathologist Assistant at Point Quest summary:

Assist the supervising Speech-Language Pathologist by implementing therapy plans, creating materials (including AAC assets and communication boards), delivering tailored speech-language interventions to students and supporting families. Maintain accurate documentation of goals and progress, participate in data collection, and follow licensure and background-check requirements. Work is school-based with occasional physical demands (standing, lifting up to 50 lbs) and scheduling aligned with school breaks.

Speech Language Pathology Assistant Key Responsibilities

• Treatment Planning: Develop therapy materials for verbal and non-verbal learners, including assets for AAC devices, visual icons, and communication boards. Work within a dynamic team to implement and follow treatment plans established by the supervising SLP.
• Consultation & Instruction: Deliver speech-language therapy tailored to students' needs and functional levels. Foster resilience, positivity, and empowered among families and students.
• Data Collection & Documentation:
  Maintain accurate records of therapy goals, progress, and other relevant documentation.
• Time Off Management for Full-Time School Employees:
  Employees are encouraged to schedule their time off during school breaks. Time off requests will be reviewed and approved by the supervisor to ensure minimal disruption to normal operations.

Speech Language Pathology Assistant Qualifications

• Licensure:
  Current Speech Language Pathology Assistant license in the state where services are delivered or eligibility to obtain licensure.
• Background Check:
  Background check required.
• Eligibility to Work:
  Eligibility to work in the US

Speech Language Pathology Assistant Physical Demands

• Environment:
  Occasional exposure to dust, pollen, and fumes.
• Activity:
  Frequent engagement in tasks such as reaching, handling, standing, walking, and lifting items up to 50 lbs, with or without reasonable accommodations.
• Sensory:
  Ability to perform essential job functions with or without assistive devices or accommodations, including working in moderate to high noise levels.

This job description reflects essential functions and may be adjusted as needed.

PQI is an Equal Opportunity Employer and considers all qualified applicants regardless of race, gender, color, religion, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, veteran status, or other classification protected by law.

Keywords:

speech-language pathology assistant, SLPA, AAC devices, speech therapy, school-based therapy, treatment planning, data collection, therapy documentation, communication boards