Position Title: Speech and Hearing Therapist II Location: Columbia, SC Shifts for Schools:
Elementary: 7:15am - 2:15pm
Middle: 8:35am - 3:45pm
High: 8:00am - 3:15pm
Pay Rate: $42.76 per hour
GENERAL STATEMENT OF JOB: Provide professional services to screen, identify, evaluate, treat, and rehabilitate students with communication disorders. Reports to the Principals of assigned schools.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
Serve as a resource for school staff in developing oral communication and speech improvement programs.
Screen and identify students with communication disorders; assess and diagnose speech, voice, hearing, and language impairments.
Consult with school principals to develop schedules compliant with the Defined Minimum Program and student IEPs.
Assist and counsel teachers on speech/language impairments and proper referrals.
Plan and evaluate instruction to meet individual student needs.
Communicate with teachers, parents, and staff for continuous instructional practices.
Provide information, support, and counseling to parents and families.
Develop IEPs for students on caseload and comply with state and federal laws in implementing procedural safeguards.
Maintain student and district records and respond to inquiries regarding therapy services.
Perform various office duties, such as preparing reports, attending meetings, and operating necessary equipment.
MINIMUM TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE:
Bachelor's degree in speech/language pathology with one to two years of experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:
Certification to meet State and Southern Association standards.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Physical Requirements: Moderate physical effort involving stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, lifting, carrying, pushing, or pulling objects up to 20 pounds.
Interpersonal Communications: Ability to convey or exchange information effectively.
Language Ability: Ability to read and prepare various reports and documentation with proper grammar and format.
Intelligence: Logical thinking, problem-solving, and independent judgment skills.
Verbal Aptitude: Effective communication with diverse individuals and groups.
Numerical Aptitude: Basic math skills.
Form/Spatial Aptitude: Ability to inspect items for proper form and shape.
Motor Coordination: Ability to coordinate hands and eyes using office and special therapeutic equipment.
Manual Dexterity: Ability to handle various items and equipment.
Color Discrimination: Ability to differentiate colors.
Interpersonal Temperament: Ability to perform under stress and handle emergency situations.
Physical Communications: Ability to talk and hear clearly.
PERFORMANCE INDICATORS:
Knowledge of Job: Thorough understanding of methods, procedures, and policies related to the Speech Clinician role.
Quality of Work: Maintains high standards of accuracy and quality in duties.
Quantity of Work: Efficient and effective performance of essential functions.
Dependability: Completes assigned work within deadlines and maintains accountability.
Attendance: Regular attendance and adherence to policies.
Initiative and Enthusiasm: Self-reliant and proactive in job responsibilities.
Judgment: Analytical judgment and decision-making skills.
Cooperation: Cooperative and communicative with supervisors and colleagues.
Relationships with Others: Maintains positive relationships and handles requests tactfully.
Coordination of Work: Plans and organizes work routine efficiently.
Safety and Housekeeping: Adheres to safety and housekeeping standards.