Speech Language Pathologist Assistant (Slpa)ApplyRefer a FriendBackJob DetailsRequisition #:195627Location:Saint Joseph, MO 64506Category:Speech Language PathologySalary:$50.00 - $60.00 per hourPosition DetailsSpeech Language Pathologist Assistant (SLPA)Aveanna HealthcareSt Joseph, MODo you want to be a part of an organization committed to its people?Do you want to be a part of a Team that cares and supports you in your growth and success?Do you want to provide world-class care to your amazing pediatric learners?Do you want to find a “home” and be a part of a “family”If you answeredYESto the above questions…we want to talk withYOU!Aveanna Healthcare is the largest pediatric specialty health care organization in the U.S. and WE ARE HIRING!Here’s what you can expect at Aveanna…Purpose: To assess, identify and treat speech and language disorders in children according to IDEA and DESE standards.Essential Job Functions:Attend work in a regular, reliable and punctual manner. To "telework" when requested by the District. Serves as a resource to school staff members to provide intervention strategies.Provides a therapeutic program to meet the individual needs of children who are eligible for special education services in the areas of speech and language.Assists and guides teachers in observing, describing and referring suspected and identified speech and language impairments.Provides a thorough assessment and diagnosis of speech and language impairments.Provides screenings to identify students who require speech and/or language interventions and/or referral for formal assessment.Collaborates with classroom teachers and other school staff members to develop a comprehensive and individualized education plan.Provides information and support to parents and families when appropriate.Provides in-service education and serves as a consultant to teachers and school staff members on topics concerning speech and language skills.Keeps thorough ongoing records for individual students receiving speech and/or language services, including but not limited to therapy logs, progress reports, Individual Education Plans and evaluation reports.Assumes primary responsibility for requisitioning and maintaining needed equipment and supplies.Participates in direct service billing for Medicaid. Other assigned duties.Employee Behavior and Conduct: District employees shall conduct themselves in a professional manner and shall exhibit and extend such professional conduct appropriate for the circumstances to those with whom they come into contact, both internally and externally during the performance of their duties. Examples of professional conduct include, but are not limited to, being communicative, informative, fair, honest, and respect
We CARE – About our kiddos, families and each other.
We SUPPORT – As the largest pediatric specialty organization in the country, we have the resources to support your success in ways other companies simply cannot. We also offer exceptional compensation, benefits and recognition for our amazing team of clinical caregivers.
We COLLABORATE - Multidisciplinary collaborative Team comprised of: Occupational Therapy, Speech Therapy, Feeding Therapy, AAC Therapy, Physical Therapy, Behavioral Therapy
We have FUN – We do serious work that changes lives. We also have a lot of fun together along the journey.
Here’s what you’ll be doing…
Provide therapeutic techniques for the rehabilitation of patients with speech, language hearing, and oral motor, swallowing and cognitive disorders
Here’s what you’ll need to work with us
Education: Minimum Bachelor's degree in Speech-Language Pathology from an ASHA accredited college/university
Experience:
Pediatric experience- Preferred
Licensure
Current state license/certificate in Speech Language Pathology
Certificate of Clinical Competence from ASHA
Reference: Minimum of two professional references that meet the standards of Aveanna Healthcare.
Here’s how you’ll be rewarded…
First and foremost…Incredible pride in the amazing lives you touch daily!
A unique connection with a clinical and support Team that genuinely cares about you
Competitive Salary
Competitive Compensation and Benefits
Company-provided tablets for easy access to electronic charting during client visits
24 hour -7 days a week Support for direct clinical and scheduling assistance
Paid Training and Professional Development allowance
Access to supervision from leadership that’s genuinely caring and supportive
Opportunities to grow professionally (we’re a rapidly growing company)
Appreciation, recognition, collaboration, proactive communication and a spirit of care
Benefit eligibility is dependent on employment statusIf the above resonates with you…call us and let’s talk. We’re not like other companies and we’d love for you to see for yourself what we’re all about. We look forward to talking with you soon.#BetterTogetherAveanna is an equal opportunity employerEqual Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action: Aveanna provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Aveanna complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.CCPA Notice for Job Applicants, Contractors, and Employees Residing in CaliforniaAs an employer accepting Medicare and Medicaid funds, employees must comply with all health-related requirements in all relevant jurisdictions, including required vaccinations and testing, subject to exemptions for medical or religious reasons as appropriate.Notice for Job Applicants Residing in California (https://www.aveanna.com/CCPANotice.html) Apply