Speech Language Pathologist

Speech Language Pathologist Multnomah

ESD - 4.1

Portland, OR Job Details Full-time $51,411 - $105,477 a year 4 hours ago Qualifications Certificate of Clinical Competence in Speech-Language Pathology Speech-Language Pathology License Full Job Description

REPORTS TO

Program Administrator, Special Education

POSITION PURPOSE

To assess, to provide direct instruction and to provide services to language impaired students.

NATURE & SCOPE

This position is subject to Board policies, administrative rules and procedures, department regulations and applicable State and Federal statutes. This position carries no administrative authority or responsibility.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

1. Screen referred students for speech, language and/or hearing. 2. Assess students to determine current level of performance. 3. Determine level of service based upon current assessment. 4. Draft an Individual Education Program (IEP) based upon student needs. 5. Implement Individual Education Programs. 6. Schedule speech and language training. 7. Provide speech and language therapy. 8. Develop speech and language program materials as needed and/or requested. 9. Document student progress and monitor student performance. 10. Conduct referral and follow-up activities. 11. Act as a liaison with parents and related professionals or agencies regarding student services. 12. Provide information and training to staff, parents, volunteers and community. 13. Maintain records and write reports. 14. Document, maintain, and submit speech and language services for Medicaid billing. 15. Attend required meetings. 16. Perform other job-related duties as assigned by the Coordinator/Supervisor or which are indicated to assure the physical and emotional well-being of students. 17. Adhere to policies of the district and procedures of the department and/or section.

OTHER JOB FUNCTIONS

1. Maintain and submit records/reports to the Supervisor related to speech and language pathology. 2. Act as a resource person in the area of speech-language pathology services.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

Emotional and physical stamina to perform duties as required by the designated task except for temporary disability. Valid driver's license and vehicle available for on-the-job use. Knowledge of and experience with alternative and augmentative communication systems.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

Hold a Speech-Language Pathology License as issued by the State of Oregon Board of Examiners for Speech-Language Pathology & Audiology and current Certificate of Clinical Competency in Speech and language Pathology from the American Speech and Hearing Association.