Speech Language Pathologist; SLP-school-based

OLYMPIA, WA 98506

Hourly Rate: $57-62

Location:

Olympia, WA;
Onsite – School Setting

• Assesses students’ communication skills (e.g., articulation, language, fluency, voice, etc.) for the purpose of determining their communication needs deficits and developing recommendations.
• Consults with teachers, parents, other personnel and/or outside professionals for the purpose of providing requested information, developing plans for services and/or making recommendations.
• Facilitates meetings (e.g., IEP conferences, parent meetings, in‑services, etc.) for the purpose of developing plans and/or providing information regarding students’ functional goals.
• Instructs students for the purpose of implementing goals for remediation of speech and language deficits.
• Prepares documentation (e.g., evaluations, observations, progress, contacts with parents, teachers and outside professionals, etc.) for the purpose of providing written support, developing recommendations, and/or conveying information.
• Presents information on various topics related to area of professional expertise for the purpose of communicating information and gaining feedback on treatment tissues.
• Researches resources and methods (e.g., intervention and treatment techniques, assessment tools and methods, community resources, etc.) for the purpose of determining appropriate approach for students’ speech and language services.
• Screens students for the purpose of determining the need for further individualized assessment.

• Assists other personnel as may be required for the purpose of supporting them in the completion of their work activities.
• Participates in various meetings (e.g., parent conferences, in‑service training, site meetings, etc.) for the purpose of receiving and/or providing information and/or meeting credential requirements.

• Shift details:
  School Day Schedule
• Hours per week: 37.5 hours per week
• Contract length:
  School Year

• Experience
  
  Required:
  
  Prior job‑related experience.
• Skills to apply assessment instruments, interpret test data and communicate effectively.
• Knowledge of assessment instruments and their application, relevant education codes, state and district policies.
• Abilities to complete a case study and develop an individual education plan, work independently, be flexible and work under time constraints, work effectively with staff, parents, students and community. Significant physical abilities include lifting/carrying, reaching/handling/fingering, talking/hearing conversations and other sounds, near/far visual acuity/visual accommodation, and ability to sit for prolonged periods.
• Licenses, Certifications, Bonding, and/or Testing
  
  Required:
  
  Licensure for speech therapy, Washington State ESA Certificate, Criminal Justice Fingerprint clearance, Valid Driver’s License, and evidence of insurability.

• Per Diem / Temporary (Hourly) Roles
• Comprehensive benefits that include medical, dental, and vision
• Company‑paid Basic Life/AD&D and Long‑Term Disability for employees working 30+ hours/week
• Paid sick leave may be available based on hours worked and state laws
• Benefit offerings are subject to legal requirements, eligibility status, and work location
• Employees 21+ can participate in the 401(k) Savings Plan