Speech Language Pathologist Assistant | Hope Learning Academy

Hope•Springfield, IL

20h•$25 - $30•Remote

About The Position

Hope is a clinical, educational, and therapeutic provider for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities, including Autism Spectrum Disorder. We exist to help children and their families reach their maximum potential by providing state-of-the-art applied behavioral analysis therapies and access to recreation, vocational training, and individualized education programming. Our mission is to provide the best services in the most inclusive environments to encourage persons to fulfill their individual potential through evidence-based treatment, advocacy, and community education. There’s no place like Hope. The Speech and Language Pathologist Assistant (SLPA), in collaboration with a licensed Speech and Language Pathologist, promotes the assessment and treatment of speech, language, voice, and fluency disorders. The SLPA is responsible for implementing the identified programs and services planned and directed by the Speech Language Pathologist.

Requirements

Associate degree – Speech and Language Pathology or equivalent
Holds Illinois license as Speech and Language Pathologist Assistant
Professional and effective communication skills.
Enhanced understanding of medical/clinical records, consents, and confidentiality.
Proficiency in the use of personal computers and software applications.

Responsibilities

Provide treatment, guidance, and instruction to residents in individual and group settings, following individual plans of care developed and evaluated by the Speech and Language Pathologist.
Collect data and write daily treatment notes as specified within each patient’s treatment plan.
Maintain speech and language therapy equipment in good repair and make adjustments as necessary.
Promote motivation in treatment through creativity and treat patients with sensitivity and confidentiality.
Assist therapist with evaluation and record keeping procedures as directed.