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Salary: $3891 / Week

Basic function

+ To act as itinerant Speech Language Pathologist for the Special Education Program for the Santa Maria and Lompoc Programs. Responsibilities include assessment and instruction of students, and consultation for parents and teachers

Representative duties

+ Conduct the Speech/Language Program as established by State and Federal regulations.

+ Review referrals and conduct Speech/Language observations at direct service districts and/or County-operated programs as assigned.

+ Conduct individual Speech/Language assessments, and prepare assessment reports and recommendations for services.

+ Serve as a member of the school Student Study Team.

+ Assist in preparing individualized education programs suited to the needs of individual students. Establish well-defined educational goals for students identified as having a Speech/Language disability.

+ Conduct Speech/Language therapy and assessments. Provide services following consultation model as designed.

+ Provide parent and teacher counseling and instruction related to the individual student’s speech and language skills; attend scheduled meetings, and confer frequently with parents and professional staff members on student progress.

+ Review student progress; keep up-to-date records on individual student progress, and adjust instructional procedures as needed.

+ Actively participate in in-service programs, and keep abreast of current clinical, theoretical, and educational research in the profession.

+ Assume responsibility for the safety and welfare of pupils and personnel.

+ Perform other related duties as assigned.

Benefits

At Amergis, we firmly believe that our employees are the heartbeat of our organization and we are happy to offer the following benefits:

+ Competitive pay & weekly paychecks

+ Health, dental, vision, and life insurance

+ 401(k) savings plan

+ Awards and recognition programs

*Benefit eligibility is dependent on employment status.

About Amergis

Amergis, formerly known as Maxim Healthcare Staffing, has served our clients and communities by connecting people to the work that matters since 1988. We provide meaningful opportunities to our extensive network of healthcare and school-based professionals, ready to work in any hospital, government facility, or school. Through partnership and innovation, Amergis creates unmatched staffing experiences to deliver the best workforce solutions.

Amergis is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.