Speech Language Pathologist

Santa Barbara USD•Santa Barbara, CA

7d•Onsite

About The Position

The Speech Language Pathologist will screen, assess, and identify students with communication disorders that adversely affect their educational progress. This role involves developing and providing direct and indirect services within the educational setting, based on established IEP goals and objectives, and developing treatment plans. The position also includes providing direction to para-educators, parents, and teachers. The incumbent will be working with the Early Childhood Assessment Team (ECAT).

Requirements

Perform multiple, highly complex, technical tasks with a need to occasionally upgrade skills to meet changing job conditions.
Applying assessment instruments.
Operating specialized equipment used in the treatment of communication disorders.
Operating standard office equipment including pertinent computer software.
Preparing and maintaining accurate records.
To establish rapport and work constructively with staff, students, parents, and community members.
Knowledge of anatomy and physiology of speech and hearing mechanisms and disorders.
Knowledge of principles and practices of speech and language therapy.
Knowledge of pertinent codes, regulations, and laws.
Ability to adapt to changing work priorities.
Communicating with diverse groups.
Using specialized equipment in communication disorders.
Maintaining confidentiality.
Meeting deadlines and schedules.
Working as part of a team.
Working with detailed information/data.
Maintaining effective working relationships.
Translating therapy data into meaningful educational activities.
Possess a valid California clinical or rehabilitative services credential authorizing instruction in speech and language therapy or an out of state credential authorizing instruction in speech and language therapy.
Alternative certification includes a master’s degree in communicative disorders; and a valid license from the CA Board of Speech-Language Pathology and Audiology and Hearing Aid Dispensers.
Bilingual in English & Spanish

Responsibilities

Assess student communication skills (e.g., articulation, fluency, voice, expressive and receptive language, etc.) for the purpose of identifying communication disorders, determining program eligibility, and developing recommendations for treatment.
Collaborate with a variety of groups and/or individuals (e.g., parents, educators, physicians, administrators, maintenance personnel, team members, other professionals) to communicate information, to resolve issues, and to provide services in compliance with established state and federal laws, regulations, policies, and procedures.
Effectively participate in and communicate test/assessment results, diagnosis and proposed treatment plans to the IEP team.
Coordinate meetings and processes for eligible students (e.g., testing/screening, IEPs, parent conferences).
Develop treatment plans, interventions, and other educational programs.
Provide speech and language therapy to students.
Instruct eligible students in the use of communication technologies (e.g., augmentative and alternative communication devices, applications, etc.).
Maintain files and records (e.g., progress reports, activity logs, treatment plans, period reports, screening results, Medicaid billing information) to assure compliance and reimbursement.
Instruct support staff in the use of communication devices.
Interpret medical reports within the scope of Speech/Language Pathologist’s experience and goals to provide information or ensure that treatment/intervention plans are appropriate.
Participates in professional learning in Professional Learning Communities.
Engages in ongoing professional learning.
Remains current concerning instructional and technological advances concerning speech language therapy.
Provides professional learning to other professionals and para-educators.