Clinical and Practicum Coordinator - (Student Services Professional III, Range 1) - Department of Speech, Language & Hearing Sciences

San Francisco State University•San Francisco, CA

47d•Onsite

About The Position

The Speech, Language, and Hearing Sciences Department Clinical and Practicum Coordinator is a full-time staff position who will serve as the main point of contact for arranging on- and off-campus placements for graduate and undergraduate student practica each semester. The Coordinator will be available on-site to support on-campus clinical education in the Nicholas Certo Speech, Language and Hearing Clinic at San Francisco State University.

Requirements

Thorough knowledge of the principles of individual and group behavior
General knowledge of the principles, practices and trends of the Student Services field as well as general knowledge of the policies, procedures and practices of the program area to which assigned
General knowledge of individual counseling techniques
General knowledge, or the ability to rapidly acquire such knowledge, of the organizational procedures and activities of the specific campus to which the position is assigned
Working knowledge of student services programs outside the program to which immediately assigned
Ability to analyze complex situations accurately and adopt effective courses of action
Advise students individually and in groups on complex student-related matters
Determine appropriate courses of action and proper techniques to utilize while engaged with individuals in personal interactions of an argumentative or sensitive nature
Interpret and evaluate descriptions and explanations of problems brought forward by individuals or student organizations, analyze and define the problem, draw valid conclusions and project consequences of various alternative courses of action
Carry out a variety of professionally complex assignments without detailed instructions
Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with a variety of individuals
Equivalent to three years of progressively responsible professional student services work experience
Equivalent to graduation from a four-year college or university in a related field, including or supplemented by upper division or graduate coursework in counseling techniques, interviewing, and conflict resolution where such are job-related
The person holding this position is considered a 'mandated reporter' under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and is required to comply with the requirements set forth in CSU Executive Order 1083 Revised July 21, 2017 as a condition of employment
Must be able to provide proof of US Citizenship or authorization to work in the United States, within three business days from their date of hire
Successful completion of a background check

Nice To Haves

Master's Degree or Doctorate in Speech, Language and Hearing Sciences or Related Fields
Certificate of Clinical Competence in Speech-Language Pathology (CCC-SLP) awarded by the American Speech-Language and Hearing Association
Valid Speech-Language Pathology license from the California Speech-Language Pathology and Audiology and Hearing Aid Dispensers Board
Minimum of three (3) years’ post-graduate clinical experience and minimum of two (2) years’ experience with clinical supervision of graduate students, clinical fellows, and/or speech-language pathology assistants
Demonstrated skills and experience in communicating and working effectively with a diverse student, staff, faculty, and campus community are essential
The successful candidate must demonstrate an understanding of justice, equity, diversity, and inclusion policies and practices of the Graduate College of Education and Department of Speech, Language, and Hearing Sciences at San Francisco State University

Responsibilities

Overseeing student clinical assignments, enrollment, orientation, advising
Working with the department chair to ensure proper staffing of clinical instructors and to provide ongoing support to clinical instructors
Communicate with and address the needs of clients and their families
Overseeing facility setup, equipment, materials, and supplies for clinical training
Overseeing documentation of students’ clinical progress for state SLP Licensing, SLP Services Credential, and ASHA Certification and supporting at-risk student clinicians
Support Scottish Rite grant-funded initiatives to expand access to clinical services for pediatric clients in the community
Support the maintenance of the quantity, quality, and variety of practicum placement sites and qualified SLP supervisors to meet students’ needs
Ensure SFSU remains a high priority for partner practicum sites, which include, but are not limited to, school districts, hospitals, and private clinics
Orient candidates to the practicum placement process, review candidates’ eligibility to begin the practicum experience, disseminate resumes, arrange interviews, and respond to questions from candidates
Liaison with practicum site personnel, faculty, and other San Francisco State University staff for the purpose of internship coordination
Work with the Associate Dean’s office to monitor, maintain, and establish MOUs for practica with community partners for student internships
Coordinates faculty site visits
Other Duties Assigned