Speech and Language Pathologist/ Speech Pathologist

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Conducts assessments/evaluations (e.g., candidacy for augmentative device application within functional contexts of actions; development of skill profile; assessment of speech development relative to substitutions, omissions, deletions & additions of phonemes within connected conversational speech utterances; functional assessment of low, mid & high level cognitive linguistic function within typical contexts of application; assessment of oral & apparent pharyngeal phase function with respect to dysphagia management) of individuals to determine their level of receptive/expressive speech & language skills, swallowing skills, & social/pragmatic skills, develops, modifies & implements individual & group therapy/treatment programs to enhance individuals' communication, address swallowing deficiencies & prevent asphyxiation  (e.g., recommends changes in texture of foods & consistency of liquids served during meals & snacks; recommends medical referrals; confers with medical staff regarding medications to improve swallowing; participates in/suggests participation in barium swallowing studies & follow-up) based on results from assessments/evaluations. Designs & personally delivers speech, language & dysphagia management services, which may include hearing screenings, for individuals &/or groups (e.g., training & support for individuals using hearing aids; beginning reading; word recognition; survival signs; articulation training; use of appropriate functional, social communication skills needed during shopping, restaurant dining or other outings; use of sign language; beginning letter writing; demonstrates language techniques; how to use augmentative communication devices).   Designs & delivers in-service training to other staff on speech-language techniques/protocols to be used in carrying out individual & group communication &/or swallowing treatments/therapy on or off site; acts as sign language interpreter as necessary; participates as member of interdisciplinary team to provide professional insight & goal planning for treatment & care of individuals; attends meetings, workshops & seminars to improve/maximize professional skills & knowledge; counsels/informs guardians/family members regarding speech-language, hearing &/or swallowing issues. Composes/completes reports, lesson plans & other program related documents necessary to implement, modify & track progress of treatment/therapy programs for individuals &/or groups; operates personal computer using office systems software &/or specialized communication software (e.g., boardmaker) to create, edit & store records, reports, lesson plans & treatment/therapy & develop augmentative communication devices (e.g., signs; photos/picture boards; communication wallets; sign language books); maintains electronic augmentative communication devices  (e.g., intro-talkie; simply-say-itplus) & hearing aids. 

Company DescriptionMental health service in Payette, IdahoCompany DescriptionMental health service in Payette, Idaho

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