Speech and Language Pathologist Assistant: Non Profit Mental Health Agency
The Speech and Language Pathologist Assistant (SLPA) works as a member of multi-disciplinary team and is a direct service provider in the implementation of the Speech and Language Individualized Educational Plan.The Speech and Language Pathologist Assistant also acts in a consulting capacity around the delivery of an enriched language program to all students.Seneca is a non-profit organization who partners with schools with high needs and in urban communities to provide mental health services and to build their capacity to meet the diverse academic, behavioral, and social-emotional needs of students grades K-12. Our goal, under the Unconditional Education model, is to provide our students and their families tools and resources so they may thrive within their community. Join our dedicated team and apply today!
Seneca Family of Agencies is committed to providing traditionally marginalized communities a network of outstanding mental health, community based, and educational services. We are committed to building a diverse staff and strongly encourages people of color to apply. Our programs are deeply engaged in conversations and trainings on Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion in order to bring equity and justice to the youth and families we serve."
Responsibilities
- Provide consultation and professional development to support school staff in experiencing success with all students.
- Conduct screenings of students to determine the need for further assessment and assist SLP supervisor in completion of full assessments.
- Implement research-based speech and language interventions to individuals and groups per students’ IEPs and/or intervention plans for the purpose of implementing goals for remediation of speech and language deficits.
- Engage in progress monitoring to guide instructional planning and decision-making.
- Prepare IEP paperwork and maintain files.
- Participate and chair IEP meetings and act as IEP case manager for assigned students.
- Engage caregivers in the educational process, providing frequent opportunities to discuss student growth and needs.
- Participate in professional learning communities to enhance practice and create coherence.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree required
- Speech-Language Pathologist Assistant Certification
- At least 21 years of age
- Valid California Driver’s License with ability to be insured by Seneca's automobile policy
- Clearance of TB test, fingerprints, and any other state or federal requirements
Schedule
- Full time: Monday - Friday
Benefits
- Starting salary of $58,500 + 10% salary increase upon passing Spanish language proficiency exam
- Annual performance evaluations provide the potential for a generous salary increase each year
- Relocation assistance may be available
- Possible loan forgiveness through the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program may be available
- Comprehensive employee benefits package, including 75% paid premiums for medical and fully covered dental, vision, chiropractic, acupuncture, long term disability, and life insurance, as well as 50% paid premiums for dependents
- Employer-paid Employee Assistance Plan
- 403b Retirement Plan
- 7 weeks of school breaks, plus 5 week of PTO
- Abundant promotional opportunities across the agency in California and Washington