Speech Lang. Path. Assistant in Richland, Washington at Childrens Developmental Center

The Speech-Language Pathology Assistants (SLPAs) plays a crucial role in educating families and supporting children who need assistance with their receptive and expressive language skills, articulation, oral-motor function, and auditory processing. This position involves collaborating closely with families and a multidisciplinary team to develop personalized treatment plans that focus on improving communication skills through direct services and a parent coaching model. We are deeply passionate about this work and are committed to helping children reach their full potential. Pay range: $26.00 - $33.00 per hour

The essential functions, responsibilities, and duties of the SLPA are:(Not an exhaustive list)

• Assist in maintaining Individualized Family Service Plans (IFSPs) in appropriate developmental skill areas for children on their caseload as part of an interdisciplinary/multidisciplinary team.
• Participate in transition planning with family and Family Resources Coordinator.
• Be familiar with IFSP procedures and eligibility requirements for Washington State including but not limited to IDEA Part C (and B), DDA, and ADA.
• Provide, coordinate, implement, and monitor speech and language pathology services to children and families enrolled at The Center both ESIT and private pay.
• Include parents and caregivers in appropriate aspects of program planning and services.
• Collaborate with outside service providers and community partners as needed and requested.
• Participate in team meetings, staff meetings, department meetings, planning/visioning days, and professional development opportunities during work hours.
• Utilize professional development opportunities as required for continuing education requirements to maintain state licensure.
• Use the EHR system, AdvancedMD, for scheduling and maintaining electronic copies of family information, medical history, evaluation documentation, ongoing assessments, chart notes, goals and objectives, and transition reports in each child’s file at The Center in conjunction with the FRC’s and in compliance with HIPAA regulations.
• Document chart notes and attendance for billing purposes to The Center funders for reimbursement of services rendered to eligible children and families.
• Document work hours (electronically or hard copy, as appropriate) for wage/salary purposes.
• Participate in annual reviews with your supervisor, including but not limited to goal setting, monthly meetings, reflective supervision, and performance review.
• Maintain accurate documentation of mileage records for purposes of reimbursement.
• Coordinate and maintain an electronic schedule of student’s appointments, meetings, and other job duties, as necessary.

In addition to their respective tasks and duties all employees are expected to:

• Be a motivated self-starter and problem solver with energy, flexibility, creativity, a sense of humor, and a willingness to pitch in wherever needed.
• Keen analytic, organization, and problem-solving skills that support and enable sound decision-making.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills with an ability to prioritize, negotiate, and work with a variety of internal and external colleagues.
• Multi-tasker with the ability to wear many hats in a fast-paced environment.
• Personal qualities of integrity, credibility, and dedication to the mission of The Center.
• Perform quality work within deadlines.
• Works effectively as a team contributor on all assignments.
• Works independently while understanding the necessity for communicating effectively with other employees, customers, and suppliers.

Qualifications and Requirments

• Bachelor’s degree in Speech-Language Pathology/Communication Disorders or SLPA Program from an accredited university program.
• State of Washington Speech-Language-Pathology Assistant license (DOH).
• Successful completion of Infant/Toddler CPR, Bloodborne Pathogens training, and Basic First Aid.
• Experience with infants and toddlers with special health care needs and their families.
• A demonstrated commitment to high professional ethical standards, confidentiality, and ensuring equity and inclusion in a diverse workplace.
• Proficient with EHR, Microsoft Office Suite, databases, and other related software.
• A commitment to the Children’s Developmental Center’s mission and values and the ability to apply those values in your work.
• Must have the ability to commute locally for work-related events and to provide in-home services. Must maintain and provide proof of both a valid WA State Driver’s License and current vehicle insurance.
• A background check and pre-employment drug screening are required and will be administered after a conditional offer of employment has been accepted.
• Due to working in a building where children are present, COVID-19 vaccination and a negative Tuberculin test are required.

WORKING CONDITIONS: The Children’s Developmental Center is welcoming to individuals with diverse physical and/or mental abilities. The physical demands and essential functions described here are representative of those that must be met, with or without reasonable accommodation. Prolonged periods of working on a computer and the ability to lift up to 20 lbs. at a time are required. To request reasonable accommodation, employees are encouraged to contact their supervisor or the Administrative Manager.