Speech Language Pathology job in Hemet CA

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Job description

Job Description:

• Under general direction of a Language, Speech and Hearing Specialist, assists in providing instruction specific to the area of speech and language communication to students identified as having special needs; monitors the use of augmentative communication devices and systems.

DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS

• The Speech-Language Pathology Assistant will complete a variety of tasks as prescribed, directed, and supervised by a Certified Speech and Hearing Specialist, such as, but not limited to activities designed to develop prelanguage and language skills, oral-motor control for speech production, vocalization, and use of assistive technology devices for communication.

• The Speech-Language Pathology Assistant works with students who have severe speech and language disorders as well as physical, emotional, and learning disabilities.

• The duties listed below are typical for positions in the class collectively, but no one position will necessarily include all these duties.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Provides direct speech and language therapy to children and follows documented treatment plans or protocols.
• Documents student performance such as tallying data.
• Prepares charts, records and graphs and reports information.
• Assists the Language, Speech and Hearing Specialist during assessment of students.
• Assists with documentation as directed.
• Prepares therapy materials and/or equipment for use in classroom and therapy activities.
• Adapts or modifies instructional materials and/or equipment as determined by student needs and abilities for teacher under the supervision of the Speech and Hearing Specialist.
• Assists instructional personnel in the implementation of Individual Education Plans (IEPs).
• Supports the Language, Speech and Hearing Specialist in research projects, and inservice trainings.
• Performs checks and maintenance of equipment.
• Assists with departmental operation such as scheduling, record-keeping, and safety/maintenance of supplies and equipment.
• Collects data for quality improvement.
• Exhibits compliance with state and federal regulations.
• Operates a variety of office machines, including typewriter, copier, calculator and computer terminal.
• May work in a variety of locations, including school or district offices.
• Participates in District inservice programs.
• Performs related duties as assigned.

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