Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP)

Reports to: DCSD Liaison

Supervises: N/A

POSITION STATUS: Full-time - Non-Exempt, hourly

ESSENTIAL AREA OF RESPONSIBILITY:

All areas of responsibility listed below are essential to the satisfactory performance of this position, with reasonable accommodation, if necessary. Work responsibilities may vary, depending upon assignment.

GENERAL FUNCTIONS

LOUi Consulting Group, Inc. (LCGI) is looking for qualified candidates to provide speech-language pathologist services for students who require these services as a part of their Individual Education Program (IEP) and 504/Hospital Homebound plan within the Dekalb County School District (DCSD).

SCOPE OF WORK

The SLP (Speech Language Pathologist) evaluates, identifies, and provides services to students who meet eligibility requirements for speech-language impairments based on adherence to all federal, state, and local procedures. The SLP maintains accurate records, participates, and conducts student meetings, including but not limited to IEP, staff, and eligibility meetings. The SLP schedules and provides indirect and direct services to students, maintain attendance, and collaborates with teachers and parents to facilitate the goals and objectives of the speech program. The SLP holds certification from the GAPSC and State Licensure Board, keeping current with current research and evidence-based practices.

Speech-language pathologists will perform all duties and responsibilities within their scope of practice based on Georgia State Law. These duties for the SLP include, but are not limited to, performing observations/evaluations, providing therapy, creating training material, attending meetings, collecting data, recording attendance, completing therapy notes, and providing interventions to other staff as needed within the Dekalb County School District (DCSD).

DUTIES

1. Work forty (40) hours per week, (excluding 30-minute lunch break) or as otherwise directed by the DCSD Coordinator of Speech-Language and Related Services on DCSD property, during school hours for no more than 186 days according to DCSD school calendar;
2. Conduct student evaluations for speech, occupational and/or physical therapy in accordance with DCSD procedures and timelines;
3. Provide Speech, Occupational, and/or Physical therapy through individual, small group, in-class and community models as directed by students' IEPs and 504 plans;
4. Provide services to students based on IEP goals, objectives and time indicators;
5. Maintain a daily log of services and hours worked;
6. Maintain appropriate student files, which will remain the property of DCSD.

QUALIFICATIONS

Education

Each Speech-Language Pathologist Clinical shall:

• Hold a valid Georgia license;• Take Praxis II within three (3) months of employment;
• Hold a current Georgia State teaching certification in the area of speech language pathology, or apply for one within the first three (3) months of employment with DCSD County Schools;
• Apply for a permanent license prior to the expiration of the temporary license. This process shall begin three (3) months prior to the expiration date.

**A resume and two (2) professional references are also required.

Requirements

• Each Speech-Language Pathologist shall:
• Hold a valid Georgia license;
• Take Praxis II within three (3) months of employment;
• Apply for a permanent license prior to the expiration of the temporary license. This process shall begin three (3) months prior to the expiration date.
• A resume and two (2) professional references are also required.

Benefits

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off

Physical Skills and Abilities

• Requires visual acuity to use a keyboard.