Hiring SLPAs! $2.5k/week Gross and 1K Sign On

$116,116 - $116,116/Yr

Amergis - San Jose, CA

Full-time - Entry Level

San Jose, CA

Administrative and Support Services

About the position

The Speech Language Pathologist Assistant (SLPA) plays a crucial role in supporting Speech Language Pathologists by providing speech and language services as outlined in treatment plans. This position involves clinical, educational, documentation, and treatment-related activities, ensuring compliance with state regulations and effective communication with families and students.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) in providing components of a speech and language program as specified in the treatment plan.
• Self-identify as SLPA to families, students, patients, and district staff.
• Assist the SLP with speech, language, and hearing screenings without clinical interpretation.
• Support the SLP during assessments of students, excluding administration and/or interpretation.
• Provide bilingual translation during screening and assessment activities, exclusive of interpretation.
• Document student performance accurately and timely, reporting to the supervising SLP.
• Program and provide instruction in the use of augmentative and alternative communication devices.
• Share information with students, families, caregivers, and staff regarding feeding strategies as directed by the SLP.
• Adapt educational materials and equipment for intervention and student needs.
• Serve as an interpreter for non-English speaking students and families.
• Assist with clerical duties as directed by the SLP, such as preparing materials and scheduling activities.
• Maintain and clean equipment used in the field according to manufacturer guidelines.
• Report treatment reactions or changes in student conditions to the supervising SLP.
• Maintain communication with the district and other personnel to support the plan of care.
• Participate in formal care conferences and meetings with the presence of the supervising SLP.
• Support the supervising SLP in research projects and public relations programs.
• Provide information to emergency response agencies for individuals with communication disorders.
• Promote early identification and intervention activities.
• Present primary prevention information to at-risk individuals or groups.
• Comply with HIPAA and Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act regulations.
• Participate in required supervision by a SLP to ensure quality of care.

Requirements

• Must have an active SLPA license to apply.
• Graduate of a SLPA program with an associate's degree or a bachelor's degree in speech-language pathology or communication disorders.
• Successful completion of a minimum of 100 hours of supervised fieldwork experience or equivalent clinical experience as required by state and/or contract.
• Current certification or licensure as a Speech-Language Pathology Assistant in the State of Practice.
• One (1) year of prior professional Speech-Language Pathology Assistant experience preferred.
• Comply with all relevant professional standards of practice.
• Ability to understand patient confidentiality and HIPAA requirements.
• Strong communication skills and proficiency in the English language are required.
• Computer proficiency is required.

Nice-to-haves

• Bilingual skills in another language besides English.
• Experience in educational settings.

Benefits

• Competitive pay & weekly paychecks
• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Life insurance
• 401(k) savings plan
• Awards and recognition programs