Job Description
Job Description
COORDINATOR OF COMMUNICATION & SLP
Pathways Strategic Teaching Center
About Us
Founded in 1964 by J. Arthur Trudeau and his wife Evelyn, the programs and supports made available
throughout the years were predicated on his belief that individuals with disabilities should enjoy a
full range of activities and life experiences.
For over 60 years, The J. Arthur Trudeau Memorial Center has served as the area's leading provider of
services for children and adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Trudeau is one of
the few human service organizations serving individuals at all life stages people throughout Rhode
Island and surrounding areas in Massachusetts and Connecticut.
Our employees are committed to assisting individuals and family members to create paths that build
self-esteem, self-determination and the pursuit and enjoyment of life's activities.
Our Mission
The Trudeau Center provides high quality, comprehensive person-centered services for the people
we support and their families. We encourage all people to achieve their full potential and to live their
dreams. Through inclusive, evidence-based practices we ensure compassion, dignity, and respect
with the assistance of caring and dedicated staff members.
The Role
The Coordinator of Communication & SLP provides quality speech/language services for students at
Pathways Strategic Teaching Center, and reports directly to the Director of Special Education. This
role involves developing augmentative and functional communication systems, conducting
trainings, consulting with educational team, conducting assessments, and providing direct/indirect
services.
Key Responsibilities and Essential Duties:
GENERAL DUTIES
• Assist in developing communication goals and objectives for Individual Education Plans
(IEP), and lesson plans.
• Obtain consultation from other members of the team in areas outside own expertise, such
as the behavior analyst, supervising teacher, occupational therapist, and/or physical
therapist, in order to fully address the individual needs of the student.
• Maintain licensure and professional knowledge through participation in professional
organizations, conferences and in-services.
• Document all activities in accordance with own licensure regulations and agency policies.
• Follow all agency guidelines and department specific policies, i.e. sick time or vacation time
usage and call-in policies, dress codes, etc. as specified in personnel manual and Pathways
Strategic Teaching Center specific procedures.
SPEECH SUPPORT
• Develop communication programs, augmentative and functional communication systems,
and provide staff training.
• Provide individual or group direct speech/language therapy treatment when indicated
through consensus of the educational team and written into the child's IEP.
• Provide indirect and consultative speech/language therapy when indicated through
consensus of the educational team and written into the child's IEP.
• Participate in multidisciplinary evaluations as needed
• Conduct student evaluations, providing oral and written information to the child's parents
and other team members.
• Provide documentation of services consistent with Department of Education Regulations
• Work collaboratively to provide speech and language services that incorporate the teaching
methodologies consistent with ABA.
The standard work hours for this position: M-F, 8:00A - 4:00P, EST
Welcome to ATX Learning
A Warwick landmark who celebrating 60 years, the Trudeau Center was born out of the necessity & belief that individuals with disabilities should be allowed full citizenship within their own communities. Arthur & Evelyn Trudeau along with a legion of supporters tirelessly sought to create services such as special education, recreation, and vocational training. Today, Trudeau is the area's leading provider of services promoting an enhanced quality of life for both children & adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Our comprehensive programs include: Early Intervention, Pathways Strategic Teaching Center, Home Based Children's Services, Community Support Services, Day & Community Activities, Employment Concepts, Residential Services, Self-Directed Services, and Shared Living.
If you want to change your life and someone else's, join us at Trudeau where we make a difference!
Job Requirements
OTHER DUTIES AS ASSIGNED
Experience and Expertise
• Master's Degree in Speech Language Pathology
• Certificate of Clinical Competence (CCC) Welcome.
Licensed to practice as a Speech-Language Pathologist
• Certification through Rhode Island Department of Education as a Speech and Language
Pathologist
• Able to pass agency background check requirements
Competency Requirements
• Proficient in Microsoft Suite (e.g. Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Teams).
• Demonstrated knowledge or experience working with children with Autism Spectrum
Disorders
COORDINATOR OF COMMUNICATION & SLP
Pathways Strategic Teaching Center
About Us
Founded in 1964 by J. Arthur Trudeau and his wife Evelyn, the programs and supports made available
throughout the years were predicated on his belief that individuals with disabilities should enjoy a
full range of activities and life experiences.
For over 60 years, The J. Arthur Trudeau Memorial Center has served as the area's leading provider of
services for children and adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Trudeau is one of
the few human service organizations serving individuals at all life stages people throughout Rhode
Island and surrounding areas in Massachusetts and Connecticut.
Our employees are committed to assisting individuals and family members to create paths that build
self-esteem, self-determination and the pursuit and enjoyment of life's activities.
Our Mission
The Trudeau Center provides high quality, comprehensive person-centered services for the people
we support and their families. We encourage all people to achieve their full potential and to live their
dreams. Through inclusive, evidence-based practices we ensure compassion, dignity, and respect
with the assistance of caring and dedicated staff members.
The Role
The Coordinator of Communication & SLP provides quality speech/language services for students at
Pathways Strategic Teaching Center, and reports directly to the Director of Special Education. This
role involves developing augmentative and functional communication systems, conducting
trainings, consulting with educational team, conducting assessments, and providing direct/indirect
services.
Key Responsibilities and Essential Duties:
GENERAL DUTIES
• Assist in developing communication goals and objectives for Individual Education Plans
(IEP), and lesson plans.
• Obtain consultation from other members of the team in areas outside own expertise, such
as the behavior analyst, supervising teacher, occupational therapist, and/or physical
therapist, in order to fully address the individual needs of the student.
• Maintain licensure and professional knowledge through participation in professional
organizations, conferences and in-services.
• Document all activities in accordance with own licensure regulations and agency policies.
• Follow all agency guidelines and department specific policies, i.e. sick time or vacation time
usage and call-in policies, dress codes, etc. as specified in personnel manual and Pathways
Strategic Teaching Center specific procedures.
SPEECH SUPPORT
• Develop communication programs, augmentative and functional communication systems,
and provide staff training.
• Provide individual or group direct speech/language therapy treatment when indicated
through consensus of the educational team and written into the child's IEP.
• Provide indirect and consultative speech/language therapy when indicated through
consensus of the educational team and written into the child's IEP.
• Participate in multidisciplinary evaluations as needed
• Conduct student evaluations, providing oral and written information to the child's parents
and other team members.
• Provide documentation of services consistent with Department of Education Regulations
• Work collaboratively to provide speech and language services that incorporate the teaching
methodologies consistent with ABA.
The standard work hours for this position: M-F, 8:00A - 4:00P, EST
Welcome to ATX Learning
A Warwick landmark who celebrating 60 years, the Trudeau Center was born out of the necessity & belief that individuals with disabilities should be allowed full citizenship within their own communities. Arthur & Evelyn Trudeau along with a legion of supporters tirelessly sought to create services such as special education, recreation, and vocational training. Today, Trudeau is the area's leading provider of services promoting an enhanced quality of life for both children & adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Our comprehensive programs include: Early Intervention, Pathways Strategic Teaching Center, Home Based Children's Services, Community Support Services, Day & Community Activities, Employment Concepts, Residential Services, Self-Directed Services, and Shared Living.
If you want to change your life and someone else's, join us at Trudeau where we make a difference!
Job Requirements
OTHER DUTIES AS ASSIGNED
Experience and Expertise
• Master's Degree in Speech Language Pathology
• Certificate of Clinical Competence (CCC) Welcome.
Licensed to practice as a Speech-Language Pathologist
• Certification through Rhode Island Department of Education as a Speech and Language
Pathologist
• Able to pass agency background check requirements
Competency Requirements
• Proficient in Microsoft Suite (e.g. Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Teams).
• Demonstrated knowledge or experience working with children with Autism Spectrum
Disorders
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