Speech Pathologist-Contractor

FUNCTION:

Conducts developmental assessments, develops individual program plans and provides speech therapy for toddlers and consultation for their families. Reports to the Speech/Language Pathologist Supervisor of Early Intervention.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Supports the achievement of children and family outcomes.

2. Participates as a member of an interdisciplinary team in assessing the development of developmentally delayed children in the areas of communication, hearing, oral motor, and feeding.

3. Writes assessments, identifies children’s strengths and needs and makes recommendations for treatment.

4. Shares assessment results with families. Cooperates with other agencies regarding all aspects of assessing developmentally delayed children.

5. Maintains upkeep of personal office space, and therapeutic equipment. Follows Universal Precautions.

6. Develops a team relationship with other specialists using the routines based early intervention philosophy.

7. Establishes rapport with the child and the family.

8. Maintains ongoing contact with the Assistant Early Intervention Director and Director if needed.

9. Performs other duties as assigned.