Great Hearts Academies
Speech-Language Pathologist Supervisor
Great Hearts Academies, Phoenix, Arizona, United States, 85003
JOB SPECIFICATION
POSITION:
Speech & Language Pathologist Supervisor
DEPARTMENT:
ESS - General
LOCATION:
Various Great Hearts Academy Locations
REPORTS TO: Academy Headmaster, Lead SLP
EEO Classification: Professional
FLSA STATUS:
Salaried-Exempt (Full-time)
Position Summary:
The core responsibilities of the Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) are (a) planning and oversight of the speech-language services provided; (b) screening, evaluating, diagnosing and advising; (c) managing and conducting therapy interventions; (d) adheringto local, state, federal regulations and ethical practices; and (e) to act as a liaison for students with speech and language needs.The ideal candidate will alsodemonstrate a commitment to and love for the liberal arts.
Primary Responsibilities and Duties:
Planning and Oversight:
Organizesa program that addresses school speech-language goals.Contributes to the development of program guidelines as appropriate.Cooperates with the Great Hearts lead office, community, and/or state programs to affect comprehensive services.Attends meetings, such as faculty meetings, specialmeetings,and parent-teacher conferences, as needed.Schedules interventions using a variety of service delivery models, including classroom intervention, consultation/collaboration and pull-out as appropriate to meet student needs in the least restrictive environment.Coordinates speech-language services provided by speech language pathology assistants.Collaborates with school personnel such as teachers, and other related service providers to best meet the needs of all students.Meets with related school personnel to coordinate specific objectives for individualized educational programs(IEPs).Safeguards confidentiality of student records.Adheres to established rules, regulations,lawsand appropriate ethical standards.Demonstrates knowledge of federal,stateand local rules, regulations and laws.Maintain an inventory of speech materials, assessments, etc.Participatesinrecruitment and hiring ofSpeech Language Pathologist Assistants (SLPAs)Provide and document appropriate supervision of the SLPAs.Screening, Evaluating, Diagnosing and Advising:
Conducts speech and language screenings.Serves on the Student Multidisciplinary EvaluationTeam (MET)and Individualized Education Program (IEP) team.Administers formal and informal (ongoing & curriculum-based) assessments.Observes students in educational environments.Analyzes and interprets information to make recommendations regarding the need for speech-language services.Presents and explains data to IEP Team.Presents information to school personnel about language disorders as they relate to literacy and interactive communication skills.Presents information to school personnel about speech disorders (articulation, voice, fluency) and their impact on communication and learning.Provides information to parents and teachers about speech,languageand hearing development.Provides information to school personnel and parents about current procedures and program guidelines.Managing and Conducting Therapy:
Collaborates/consults with classroom teachers in the management of speech-language disorders.Plans evidence-based interventions appropriate for individual students and groups of students.Initial supervision training prior to supervision and upgrade supervision training on a regular basisProvide ongoing training to SLPAsInformsacademy faculty andfamilies about the frequency and duration of services, and level of supervisionMake all clinical decisions (e.g., eligibility forservices,dismissal from treatment)Communicate with academy faculty,parents,and other relevant teammembers about diagnosis, prognosis, and treatment planReview each treatment plan with the SLPA at least weeklyDelegate specific tasks to the SLPA while retaining legal and ethical responsibility for all speech-language servicesPrepare individualized treatment plans and make modifications as necessarySign all formal documentsReview and sign all informal progress notes prepared by the SLPA.Ensure the assistant only performs tasks within the ASHA-approved job responsibilities of the speech-language pathology assistantParticipate in performance appraisal of the SLPA.Adhering to Local, State, Federal Regulations and Ethical Practices:
Demonstrates knowledge and use of statewide testing procedures.Abides by professional code of ethics.Develops appropriate IEPs based on students' strengths & needs.Demonstrates awareness of professional performance in due process matters and litigious environments.Submits to the appropriate person(s) and maintains a schedule for speech-language screening, diagnostic assessments, therapy/instructionalservicesand other activities.Keeps an updated schedule of each student's therapy.Participates in professional meetings, continuing education opportunities and workshops directly related to the speech-language-hearing profession.Liaison:
Provides consultation to parents,teachersand other appropriate school personnel.Seeks the assistance of teachers,parentsand others to meet the communication needs ofstudents.Gives written information to teachers,parentsand others on ways to foster speech-language growth.Talks with teachers formally and informally about individual student's needs and progress.Consults/communicates with non-school agencies to enhance services.Requests specific information on individual student's receiving services from non-school agencies (e.g., clinics, hospitals, physicians, health departments, day care centers, etc.) with signed release of information.Makes recommendations and referrals for audiological/medical and related services.Qualifications, Competencies & Strengths:
Education: Master's Degree (preferred) from an accredited institution in Speech Pathology or Communication Disorders.
Certification:
Certificate from ADE and ADHS required.Certificate of Clinical Competence (CCC)from ASHArequired.Experience: Two years of school-based experiencepreferred.Special Skills:
Outstanding oral and written communication skills.Ability to work independently and to establish and maintain effective and cooperative working relationships with staff and site team members.Ability to contribute and participate in the assessment, intervention and documentation process.Proficient in the use of technology.Compensation:
Great Hearts offersa very competitivebenefits package and overall compensation will becommensuratewith talent,experienceand education.
Additional Requirements:
Type of fingerprint clearance: Must possess or obtain valid Arizona Department of Public Safety IVP fingerprint clearance card.Physical functions: Requires but is not limited to standing, sitting, repetitious hand and body movements, bending, squatting, and reaching. May be required to move or position equipment up to 15 pounds approximately.Travel required: May need to travel locally to the various academies within the Phoenix metro area.This description reflects management's assignment of essential functions, it does not exclude or restrict the tasks that may be assigned.
Great Hearts Academies is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
POSITION:
Speech & Language Pathologist Supervisor
DEPARTMENT:
ESS - General
LOCATION:
Various Great Hearts Academy Locations
REPORTS TO: Academy Headmaster, Lead SLP
EEO Classification: Professional
FLSA STATUS:
Salaried-Exempt (Full-time)
Position Summary:
The core responsibilities of the Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) are (a) planning and oversight of the speech-language services provided; (b) screening, evaluating, diagnosing and advising; (c) managing and conducting therapy interventions; (d) adheringto local, state, federal regulations and ethical practices; and (e) to act as a liaison for students with speech and language needs.The ideal candidate will alsodemonstrate a commitment to and love for the liberal arts.
Primary Responsibilities and Duties:
Planning and Oversight:
Organizesa program that addresses school speech-language goals.Contributes to the development of program guidelines as appropriate.Cooperates with the Great Hearts lead office, community, and/or state programs to affect comprehensive services.Attends meetings, such as faculty meetings, specialmeetings,and parent-teacher conferences, as needed.Schedules interventions using a variety of service delivery models, including classroom intervention, consultation/collaboration and pull-out as appropriate to meet student needs in the least restrictive environment.Coordinates speech-language services provided by speech language pathology assistants.Collaborates with school personnel such as teachers, and other related service providers to best meet the needs of all students.Meets with related school personnel to coordinate specific objectives for individualized educational programs(IEPs).Safeguards confidentiality of student records.Adheres to established rules, regulations,lawsand appropriate ethical standards.Demonstrates knowledge of federal,stateand local rules, regulations and laws.Maintain an inventory of speech materials, assessments, etc.Participatesinrecruitment and hiring ofSpeech Language Pathologist Assistants (SLPAs)Provide and document appropriate supervision of the SLPAs.Screening, Evaluating, Diagnosing and Advising:
Conducts speech and language screenings.Serves on the Student Multidisciplinary EvaluationTeam (MET)and Individualized Education Program (IEP) team.Administers formal and informal (ongoing & curriculum-based) assessments.Observes students in educational environments.Analyzes and interprets information to make recommendations regarding the need for speech-language services.Presents and explains data to IEP Team.Presents information to school personnel about language disorders as they relate to literacy and interactive communication skills.Presents information to school personnel about speech disorders (articulation, voice, fluency) and their impact on communication and learning.Provides information to parents and teachers about speech,languageand hearing development.Provides information to school personnel and parents about current procedures and program guidelines.Managing and Conducting Therapy:
Collaborates/consults with classroom teachers in the management of speech-language disorders.Plans evidence-based interventions appropriate for individual students and groups of students.Initial supervision training prior to supervision and upgrade supervision training on a regular basisProvide ongoing training to SLPAsInformsacademy faculty andfamilies about the frequency and duration of services, and level of supervisionMake all clinical decisions (e.g., eligibility forservices,dismissal from treatment)Communicate with academy faculty,parents,and other relevant teammembers about diagnosis, prognosis, and treatment planReview each treatment plan with the SLPA at least weeklyDelegate specific tasks to the SLPA while retaining legal and ethical responsibility for all speech-language servicesPrepare individualized treatment plans and make modifications as necessarySign all formal documentsReview and sign all informal progress notes prepared by the SLPA.Ensure the assistant only performs tasks within the ASHA-approved job responsibilities of the speech-language pathology assistantParticipate in performance appraisal of the SLPA.Adhering to Local, State, Federal Regulations and Ethical Practices:
Demonstrates knowledge and use of statewide testing procedures.Abides by professional code of ethics.Develops appropriate IEPs based on students' strengths & needs.Demonstrates awareness of professional performance in due process matters and litigious environments.Submits to the appropriate person(s) and maintains a schedule for speech-language screening, diagnostic assessments, therapy/instructionalservicesand other activities.Keeps an updated schedule of each student's therapy.Participates in professional meetings, continuing education opportunities and workshops directly related to the speech-language-hearing profession.Liaison:
Provides consultation to parents,teachersand other appropriate school personnel.Seeks the assistance of teachers,parentsand others to meet the communication needs ofstudents.Gives written information to teachers,parentsand others on ways to foster speech-language growth.Talks with teachers formally and informally about individual student's needs and progress.Consults/communicates with non-school agencies to enhance services.Requests specific information on individual student's receiving services from non-school agencies (e.g., clinics, hospitals, physicians, health departments, day care centers, etc.) with signed release of information.Makes recommendations and referrals for audiological/medical and related services.Qualifications, Competencies & Strengths:
Education: Master's Degree (preferred) from an accredited institution in Speech Pathology or Communication Disorders.
Certification:
Certificate from ADE and ADHS required.Certificate of Clinical Competence (CCC)from ASHArequired.Experience: Two years of school-based experiencepreferred.Special Skills:
Outstanding oral and written communication skills.Ability to work independently and to establish and maintain effective and cooperative working relationships with staff and site team members.Ability to contribute and participate in the assessment, intervention and documentation process.Proficient in the use of technology.Compensation:
Great Hearts offersa very competitivebenefits package and overall compensation will becommensuratewith talent,experienceand education.
Additional Requirements:
Type of fingerprint clearance: Must possess or obtain valid Arizona Department of Public Safety IVP fingerprint clearance card.Physical functions: Requires but is not limited to standing, sitting, repetitious hand and body movements, bending, squatting, and reaching. May be required to move or position equipment up to 15 pounds approximately.Travel required: May need to travel locally to the various academies within the Phoenix metro area.This description reflects management's assignment of essential functions, it does not exclude or restrict the tasks that may be assigned.
Great Hearts Academies is an Equal Opportunity Employer.