Speech Language Pathologist Assistant (Slpa)

PURPOSE:     Assist the Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) in providing communication interventions for students handicapped by disorders of language, speech or hearing in a variety of settings as appropriate.
 
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
The statements contained herein reflect general duties to describe the primary functions of this position and should not be considered an all-inclusive listing of work requirements.

• Assist SLP in screening processes.
• Implement treatment plan, as developed by the SLP.
• Record behaviors during treatment using descriptive (not evaluative) terms.
• Participation in MDT/IEP meetings as appropriate.
• Preparation of clinical materials, treatment rooms, and schedules as directed.
• Other duties as assigned.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

• Ability to relate to special needs students.
• Proficient verbal and written communication skills.
• Work Skills Assessments: Achieve minimum acceptable levels/scores in reading, writing, math, and technology assessments.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Education: Associate Degree
Experience: Work experience in Speech-Language Pathology and Audiology or related field. Experience in a school setting preferred.
 
Substitutions: Any combination of experience and/or training which provides the applicant with requisite knowledge, skills and ability to perform the work and that meets applicable federal and state requirements.
 
REQUIRED LICENSES/SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: 
May be required to have a valid State of Washington Driver's License.
Valid SLPA Licensure from the State of Washington Department of Health 
CONDITION OF EMPLOYMENT:
Criminal background clearance 
Completion of required Vector Solutions (SafeSchools) Trainings
REPORTING RELATIONSHIP: 
Performance is evaluated by the Executive Director for Special Services and Intervention with input from school principal(s) and/or Speech Language Pathologist.
 
WORK ENVIRONMENT:
Job duties involve sitting, standing, bending, stooping, and walking. Work is performed in a generally clean and healthy environment.
TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT:
Work Year      180 days per year (plus paid holidays that fall within the school calendar)
Hours              7.0 hours paid per day plus half-hour unpaid duty free lunch
Salary             2022-23 PSE Salary Schedule A  - SLPA ($27.47 - $29.43 DOE)
Benefits          Eligible for benefits through SEBB
BENEFITS
Eligibility for benefits is determined by the number of hours an employee is anticipated to work during the school year (September 1 through August 31). Employees anticipated to work 630 hours or more in a year are eligible for the following benefits: medical, dental, vision, retirement, life insurance, long-term disability and the employee assistance program.
 
The district's healthcare benefits are administered by the Washington State Healthcare Authority (HCA) under the School Employees Benefits Board (SEBB). Benefit eligible employees also qualify to optionally participate in deferred compensation/403B plans, dependent care flexible spending/health savings accounts, and additional life insurance and/or added long-term disability coverage through employee contributions.  Sick leave, vacation, personal leave, and any paid holidays are aligned with bargaining agreements by association, as listed on our website.
 
Other benefits include VEBA, which is a Health Reimbursement Account (HRA) and serves as a way to contribute dollars on a pre-tax basis for out of pocket benefits costs, whether it be for medical, dental or vision premiums, or any other out of pocket medical expenses. This benefit is available, based on the outcome of annual voting of employees by group.
The preceding list is not exhaustive and may be supplemented as necessary. The statements contained herein reflect general details as necessary to describe the principal functions of this job, the scope of responsibility and the level of knowledge and skills typically required, but should not be considered an all-inclusive listing of work requirements, skills or duties so classified. All personnel may be required to perform duties outside their normal responsibilities from time to time as needed. The District reserves the right to revise or amend duties at any time.
The district will provide equal employment opportunity and treatment for all applicants and staff in recruitment, hiring, retention, assignment, transfer, promotion and training. Such equal employment opportunity will be provided without discrimination with respect to race, creed, religion, color, national origin, age, honorably-discharged veteran or military status, sex, sexual orientation including gender expression or identity, marital status, the presence of any sensory, mental or physical disability or the use of a trained dog guide or service animal by a person with a disability.
 
Orting School District provides equal opportunities in education and employment. The District does not discriminate on the basis of race, creed, religion, color, national origin, age, honorably-discharged veteran or military status, sex, sexual orientation including gender expression or identity, marital status, the presence of any sensory, mental or physical disability or the use of a trained dog guide or service animal by a person with a disability in its programs and activities, and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups. The following employees have been designated to handle questions and complaints of alleged discrimination: Debi Christensen, Title IX Coordinator & Civil Rights Coordinator, 360-893-6500 x4028, christensend@orting.wednet.edu; Jennifer Westover, Section 504 Coordinator, 360-893-6500 westoverj@orting.wednet.edu, 121 Whitesell Street NE, Orting, WA 98360.