Group Speech-Language Therapy Tech
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The Emerge Center
Baton Rouge, LA, US
Summary
The role involves supporting a licensed speech-language pathologist by assisting with group therapy sessions, managing classroom behavior, and facilitating peer interaction. Responsibilities also include maintaining a clean and safe environment, collecting data, and providing personal care for children.
Job Description
| Role Title: Group Speech-Language Tech | Job Family: Therapeutic Services |
Supervisor: Assigned Speech-Language Pathologist
Main Purpose of the Role: To support the direct services provided by the licensed speech-language pathologist in the group setting
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Follow all instructions and guidelines outlined by SLP in charge of each particular group session
- Arrive on time and remain with the group until shift ends
- Assist the SLP with maintaining safety and order within the classroom
- Treat all clients and families with equal respect and compassion
- Using strategies as instructed by SLP and/or BCBA, help to effectively manage behavior using principles of behavior modification with focus on positive behavior support
- Prepare any materials needed for group therapy session as directed by SLP
- Assist with data-taking, as directed by SLP
- Assist SLP with facilitation of play skills and peer interaction, as instructed, during free play
- Provide support during structured circle time to help maintain attention and participation of children, as instructed
- Facilitate each child's goals during outside play time, as instructed
- Assist to maintain safety and control during hallway transitions, outside play, and cafeteria
- Follow all instructions regarding dietary restrictions or allergies for each child
- Assist with diaper changing and/or toileting as needed
- Follow all protocols re: infection control and HIPAA/confidentiality
- Maintain a clean environment during session; clean up all materials at session end and make sure room is in order for next session
- Set aside and sanitize all toys that were mouthed during session
- Refer all parent questions to the licensed SLP; refrain from giving any information to parents
- Uphold the values/attitudes that will strengthen the center and maintain its mission
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Mission:
Emerge empowers children with autism and individuals with communication challenges to achieve independence through an interdisciplinary therapy program within an innovative educational model. Support from the community facilitates broad access to our services, expands our impact and enriches our unique learning environment.
Founded
1960
Company size
51-200 employees
Industry
Primary and Secondary Education
Org type
Nonprofit
Headquarters
Baton Rouge, LA
Mission:
Emerge empowers children with autism and individuals with communication challenges to achieve independence through an interdisciplinary therapy program within an innovative educational model. Support from the community facilitates broad access to our services, expands our impact and enriches our unique learning environment.
Founded
1960
Company size
51-200 employees
Industry
Primary and Secondary Education
Org type
Nonprofit
Headquarters
Baton Rouge, LA
