Find & Apply For Speech Language Pathology Assistant Jobs in Sarasota, Florida

Benefits:

403(b) Roth 403(b) match 403(b) Health insurance Paid time off Vision insurance Dental insurance

Summary:

Provides the Speech and Language treatment of the clients to develop, recover, or maintain their daily living and work skills focusing on adapting the environment, modifying a task, teaching a skill, and educating the client/family in order to help the client increase participation in and performance of daily activities.

Qualifications:

Education:

Bachelor's degree in communication sciences and disorders from an accredited program.

Experience:

A minimum of one year experience as a Speech Language Pathology Assistant. Have a working knowledge and experience in using Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Power Point). Preferred experience working with children and adults.

Required Credentials:

Current state licensure through the Department of Health. CPR/First Aid Certification preferable but will train to obtain certification. Valid Florida Class D driver's license and auto liability insurance. All employees must pass a background screening and drug test for employment.

Physical Demands:

The ability to exert 20 to 50 pounds of force occasionally and/or 10 to 20 pounds of force frequently and/or up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects, equipment and/or clients. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk and hear. This position is very active and requires standing, walking, bending, kneeling, stooping, and crouching throughout the day. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 75 pounds. We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Easter Seals Southwest Florida, Inc Easterseals Southwest Florida is dedicated to providing exceptional service to children, youth and adults with disabilities as well as support to their families. We offer the highest quality of care throughout our clients' lives so they can enjoy access, opportunities and more dynamic life choices. The agency was founded in 1946 and for more than 80 years has offered therapies, services and enrichments across our region. Through public and private funding as well as philanthropy, Easterseals administers a variety of therapies - occupational, physical, speech and more - as well as educational opportunities for the young and not-so-young: The Lily School Pre-K, ABA Academy, VIP High School, Adult Employment Services & Day Training as well as enrichment programs in art, music and performing arts. Community partnerships enhance offerings and include equine therapy at InStride Therapy and projects in organic farming with Operation Eco Vets garden on the Easterseals campus. Therapists are also actively enhancing therapies and services within the autism spectrum, allowing Easterseals to serve this growing community. Easterseals SWFL strives to be an Employer-of-Choice and is proud to offer our employees a rich, comprehensive and competitive benefits package including, but not limited to, options for a medical plan, dental and/or vision plans, paid time off, 403B retirement plan, and paid holidays.

Company Website:

easterseals-swfl.org