School Speech Language Pathologist

Company: RCM Health Care Services
Location: Laveen
Posted on: October 29, 2024

Job Description:

RCM is looking for full or part time SCHOOL BASED SLP for K-8th grade population for the 2024/2025 school year. SLPa's are also encouraged to apply. QUALIFICATIONS: Master's degree (M. A. or M. S.). Certificate of Clinical Competency (CCC) from the American Speech and Hearing Association. Arizona Speech and Language Certification from Arizona Department of Education. Speech and Language Pathology License from the Arizona Department Health Services. JOB GOAL: Diagnoses and treats students eligible and in need of school-based speech, language therapy due to a speech/language impairment that impedes the student's ability to access the general curriculum.

PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES: Collaborates with staff to enhance speech and language development in the classroom setting. Completes all job duties within required timelines per federal and state law, district policy and procedures. Acts as case manager for students whose primary eligibility category is speech language impairment. Participates in Child Find activities as appropriate. Provides professional development for teachers and support staff. Provides accommodations in the classroom including visual aids or supports, or augmentative communication systems. Provide speech and language therapy for eligible students. Participates in multidisciplinary evaluation teams to identify students in need of special education. Participates in team meetings for the development of students' individualized education programs. Completes relevant paperwork within required timelines per federal and state law, district policy and procedures. Supervises speech and language therapy assistants as needed. Supervises speech language therapists who are completing their Clinical Fellowship, practicum, externship, internship, and/or clinical hours as needed. Maintains records and bills Medicaid In Public Schools. Performs other job related duties as assigned. COMPETENCIES: Perform basic math, including calculations using fractions, percents, and/or ratios. Read a variety of manuals; writes documents following prescribed formats, and/or present information to others. Understand multi-step written and oral instructions. Specific knowledge-based competencies required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include: recordkeeping principles; and office equipment/software. Problem Solving - Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner. Customer Service - Manages difficult or emotional situations; Responds promptly to student, staff, and public needs. Interpersonal Skills - Maintains confidentiality; Creates and maintains a positive and conducive work environment. Oral Communication - Responds well to questions. Written Communication - Edits work for spelling and grammar. Diversity - Shows respect and sensitivity for cultural differences. Ethics - Treats people with respect. Organizational Support - Follows policies and procedures. Professionalism - Approaches others in a tactful and positive manner. Safety and Security - Uses equipment and materials properly. LANGUAGE SKILLS: Ability to read and comprehend instructions, correspondence, and memos. Ability to write correspondence. Ability to work with a variety of people and maintain confidentiality of information. TECHNOLOGY SKILLS: To perform this job successfully, an individual should have knowledge of Internet and District software, preferred accounting used software and Microsoft office (Word, Excel, Publisher, PowerPoint, and other appropriate technology software). Knowledge of appropriate business machines and telephones. Monitor special system(s), not limited to, including security and fire alarm systems. PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. In addition, some carrying, pushing, and/or pulling; some stooping, kneeling, crouching, and/or crawling; and significant fine finger dexterity. The usual and customary methods of performing the job's functions require the following physical demands: requires sitting, walking, and standing. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and distance vision. Schedule: School Year - Full Time - Will follow Academic Calendar Benefits: Medical, Dental, and Vision InsuranceLife and Disability insurance401K Flex SpendingReferral Bonus ProgramWeekly Direct Deposit Compensation: $50-$55/hour - based on experience About Us: RCM Health Care Services' mission is to provide opportunities for qualified candidates across medical professions. We deliver timely results and have built a reputation of trust with our clients and candidates. Since 1975, we have been providing staffing solutions to many of the finest healthcare institutions across the nation and careers for thousands of candidates. As professional career opportunity matchmakers, we follow up and follow through to help our clients and candidates to reach their career and life goals.We proudly hold the Joint Commission Gold Seal of Approval as well.

INDVK12Job Type: Full-timePay: $50.00 - $55.00 per hourBenefits: 401(k) Continuing education credits Dental insurance Flexible schedule Health insurance Paid time off Vision insuranceSchedule: 8 hour shift Day shiftWork setting: In-person School

Ability to Commute: Laveen, AZ (Required)Ability to Relocate: Laveen, AZ: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person

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