School Based SLPA, Speech-Language Pathologist Assistant

Full or Part-Time Position

Job Title: School-Based SLPA, Speech-Language Pathologist Assistant

Location: Gadsden, AL

Competitive Salary, Perks, and Benefits

Ready to jump back into the school year with a new, incredible job? Our team is growing, and we're on the hunt for a top-notch Speech-Language Pathology Assistant (SLPA) who's ready to hit the ground running.

This isn't just any job; it's your chance to directly assist ASHA-certified Speech-Language Pathologists (SLPs) in making a real difference in people's lives. You'll be the backbone of our patient care, helping to assess, treat, and improve the lives of individuals with speech, language, fluency, and voice challenges.

You'll be instrumental in implementing treatment plans and compiling crucial data that helps our team deliver the best care possible. We're looking for the best, because our patients deserve nothing less. If you're a talented SLPA who thrives in a dynamic environment, we want you on our team.

HOW YOU WILL CONTRIBUTE:

• Conduct speech and language screenings, as directed by the supervising Speech Language Pathologist.
• Assist in the implementation of treatment plans for patients with communication and swallowing disorders.
• Track patient progress and report to the supervising Speech Language Pathologist.
• Help patients develop communication and feeding skills through individual and group therapy sessions.
• Prepare therapy materials and equipment.
• Assist in the maintenance and cleaning of therapy equipment and materials.
• Attend meetings and training sessions as required.
• Document patient progress and treatment sessions in accordance with clinical and legal requirements.
• Communicate with patients and their families about treatment plans, progress, and goals.

Qualifications:

• Active speech therapy license
• Caring attitude
• Great personality and people skills
• 1 year (professional) speech therapy experience

Ready to find out what makes Gadsden, Alabama, the perfect place to live and work? Well, let me tell you this place is awesome! The community here has a ton of heart and a quirky, small-town feel that's hard to beat. The scenery is a showstopper, with the stunning Noccalula Falls and the beautiful Coosa River right in your backyard. The local economy is stable and growing, with plenty of opportunities in healthcare and manufacturing, and the cost of living is incredibly affordable, so your paycheck goes a lot further. Plus, the food scene is underrated from classic Southern cooking to some seriously good local joints. You'll never be bored, with a calendar full of events and festivals. It's an exciting, up-and-coming city with all the charm and grit you'd expect from the heart of Alabama.