Speech and Language Pathologist - Vacancy ID: 130329

CESA 5 is seeking a Speech and Language Pathologist to fill a full-time position working in the Cambria-Friesland School District. Job Summary: The Speech & Language Pathologist provides comprehensive speech and language therapy to identified students in school districts as assigned by the Agency. Common Expectations: 1. Projects a positive attitude and image to customers, partners, and the public. 2. Possesses and demonstrates positive interpersonal communication skills. 3. Pursues continuous professional improvement. 4. Maintains confidentiality regarding internal matters of the Agency and complies with legal confidentiality requirements. 5. Complies with Agency regulations, policies, procedures, practices, and administrative directives. 6. Possesses strong organizational and time management skills. Primary Responsibilities: 1. Screens and evaluates students referred for concerns using accurate and current assessments. 2. Evaluates and develops treatment plans based upon student needs. 3. Participates in IEP meetings, creates individualized goals, assesses student progress, and completes reports appropriately. 4. Completes treatment logs, Medicaid billing, and other related documentation. 5. Provides direct or related services as per applicable guidelines. 6. Conducts in-service programs on a variety of Speech & Language topics. 7. Re-evaluates all students assigned to Speech & Language services as directed by a student's IEP or Federal law. 8. Develops appropriate therapeutic programs to need individual needs. 9. Attends staff meetings and school conferences as indicated by the needs of the child. 10. Cooperates with community, county, state, and federal programs which affect comprehensive speech & language services. 11. Identify students with AAC needs and assists with training of students, staff, and families. Secondary Responsibilities: 1. Attends all meetings called by the Director of Special Education. 2. Attends meetings outside of typical school hours. 3. Performs other duties as assigned. Qualifications: 1. Possesses a valid Speech & Language Pathologist License through the Department of Public Instruction. 2. Possesses a valid driver's license. 3. Ability to facilitate meetings and/or present information in a group setting. 4. Ability to apply in-depth knowledge of special education record-keeping, principles, practices, and procedures. 5. Ability to apply in-depth knowledge of current technology. 6. Ability to establish effective working relationships with subordinates, other staff, other agencies, and the public. 7. Ability to analyze complicated special education needs & situations and provide sound advice and recommendations.