Job Information:

The job of Speech Language Pathologist is performed for the purpose/s of providing a full range of SLP services to children ages 0-21 to include screening and assessing students' performance levels; individual and group consultation with school staff, parents, and outside agencies; assisting in developing behavior and transition plans; providing information on child development issues to school personnel and parents; collaborating with community agencies regarding individual student plans; and providing recommendations for program development and student placement in a manner consistent with all district, state, and federal requirements.

Job Duties:

• Screens and evaluates referred children including selecting appropriate instruments, administering standardized and functional tests, observations, and writing reports which state the evaluation findings with regard to receptive-expressive language, articulation, voice fluency, neuromuscular and non-vocal for the purpose of providing educational program recommendations and special education eligibility 

• Participates as a member of the evaluation team and the individualized education program (IEP) team for students aged 3 to 21 contributing evaluation for the purpose of collaborating on the child’s educational plan

• Develop appropriate Individual Education Programs and/or provide appropriate goals and objectives to other case managers as needed, direct activities of non-certified SLP personnel in order to provide comprehensive student services 

• Work collaboratively with classroom teachers, school psychologists, and other special education providers for the purpose of supporting them in the completion of their work activities to provide services for students

• Establishes a system of documentation that is measurable, accountable and conforms to state and school policy for confidentiality and progress reporting requirements

• Prepare/conduct comprehensive speech /language services in the areas of comprehension, (expressive and receptive language) morphology, fluency, pragmatics, voice, syntax and articulation.

• Maintains a working knowledge of augmentative communication systems and devices 

• Coordinates with community agencies including medical, social service and mental health services for the purpose of determining appropriate treatments, etc. to meet the needs of specific students

• Consult with students, parents and guardians for the purpose of enhancing student success in school and providing SLP progress reporting updates, annual IEP reviews and evaluations

• Facilitates meetings, processes, participates in workshops or seminars etc. for the purpose of gathering information or providing staff trainings/or achieving state mandates

• Prepares a wide variety of written materials (e.g. quantity reports, student activities, data documentation, correspondence, internal audits, Medicaid billings etc.) for the purpose of documenting activities, providing written reference and/or conveying information

• Participates with other staff in delivering student screenings, including audiological screenings as prescribed by WAC guidelines

• Research resources and methods (e.g. intervention and treatment techniques, assessment tools and methods, community resources, etc.) for the purpose of determining the appropriate approach for addressing students' functional goals

• Maintains accurate records of inventory for the purpose of compliance with state reporting

Job Requirements:

• Washington State ESA Certificate with appropriate endorsement.
• Commitment to the education profession as evidenced by participation in curriculum development projects, District or building-level committees.
• Ability and willingness to work effectively with peers.

Physical Demands:

The usual and customary methods of performing the job’s functions require the following physical demands:

1. Significant hand and finger dexterity to operate a computer keyboard.
2. Generally this job requires 50% sitting, 25% walking, and 25% standing. 
3. Surrounded by some noise and disruptive sounds.
4. Ability to lift, carry, push, and/or pull up to 25 pounds.
5. Some stooping; minimal kneeling, crouching, and/or crawling

For information on salary and benefits offered, please visit: https://www.omaksd.org/departments/human-resource/benefits  

The following policies have been adopted and are reflected in our employment practices:

The Omak School District complies with all federal and state rules and regulations and does not discriminate on the basis of sex, race, creed, religion, color, national origin, age, honorably discharged veteran or military status, sexual orientation including gender expression or identity, the presence of any sensory, mental, or physical disability, or the use of a trained dog guide or service animal by a person with a disability in its programs and activities and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups.  This holds true for all district activities, programs, and employment opportunities. 

The following employees have been designated to handle questions and complaints of alleged discrimination: Title IX/RCW28A.640/RCW28A.642 Officer, as well as, Compliance Coordinator for State Laws RCW 28A.640 Sexual Equality and RCW 28A.642 Discrimination Prohibited Officer, Brittney Richter, brichter@omadsd.org, P.O. Box 833, Omak, WA 98841 (509) 826-7687, Section 504/ADA Coordinator, John Holcomb, johnholcomb@omaksd.org, P.O. Box 833, Omak, WA 98841 (509) 826-8342.

This organization complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act.  Persons who may need some accommodation in the hiring process should contact the Human Resources Office.

Omak School District is a drug and tobacco free workplace.

For more information on Omak School District’s Affirmative Action Plan, please visit the “District Information” section located under “our District” on the Omak School District website at www.omaksd.org.

This organization requires a successful applicant to provide employment eligibility and verification of legal right to work in the United States in compliance with the Immigration Reform and Control Act.