5 jobs found in Ridgeland

Job Description JOB DESCRIPTION Job Title: Speech & Language Therapist FLSA Status: Exempt Days of Work: 190 GENERAL SUMMARY Under general supervision, administers and coordinates diagnostic, therapeutic and consultative functions related to speech and language impairment; conducts screenings, provides therapy for qualified students who need speech and language services. Participates in Individual Education Plan(IEP) meetings and initiates IEPs for qualified students. Maintains Strict confidentiality concerning students and their families. Reports to the Director of Special Services. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES (Other duties may be assigned.) Conducts and interprets evaluations for students with special attention to receptive and expressive language skills, speech fluency, vocal and oral motor competence and articulation and auditory skills as required by law. Provides speech and language screening services. Conducts preschool speech and language...

Job Description Job Title:Social Worker FLSA Status: Exempt Days of Work: 220 GENERAL SUMMARY Under general supervision, supports and provides mental health services for students and families. Works with others to plan and integrate services to meet the needs of students District-wide. Provides related crisis training for teachers, administrators and staff members. Reports to the Director of Student Services. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES (Other duties may be assigned.) Provides appropriate and timely mental health crisis intervention services. Establishes a process for student referrals and communicates it with staff. Prepares for emergencies, responds quickly providing the necessary support. Provides developmentally appropriate therapeutic interventions for children and families Utilizes mental health assessments to develop treatment plans with measurable and observable goals. Completes due process forms prior to formal assessments. Documents all therapeutic...

Job Description Job Title: School Nurse FLSA Status: Non-Exempt Days of Work: 210 ______________________________________________________________________________ GENERAL SUMMARY Under general supervision, responsible for promoting and maintaining the health and well-being of all students by providing services such as assessments, first aid, counseling and emergency care. Reports to the Principal. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES (Other duties may be assigned.) Monitors, evaluates and treats minor physical/medical conditions of students; confers with physicians as needed for proper treatment of injuries/illnesses; refers all severe health problems to parents for further diagnosis and remedy; Reviews student medical files to assess immunization status; maintains accurate and current immunization documentation in compliance with State Law, submits required reports to DHEC. Conducts periodic vision, hearing, scoliosis, blood pressure, and head lice screenings; provides...

Job Description School Psychologist Position Purpose Under the general supervision of the Director of Pupil Services, to assist students, teachers and parents in enabling students to derive the fullest potential educational experience from school by promoting positive self esteem and resilience, and providing suggested methods and plans for overcoming psychological or mental health problems. Essential Performance Responsibilities Conducts psychological assessments, testing and diagnostic examinations of students for the purpose of recommending courses of action or corrective procedures to maximize learning and overcoming psychological issues. Conducts individual, group or facilitative therapy for students whose diagnosed problems would benefit from behavior modification or differentiated instruction. Assists with the identification and placement of all types of exceptional students. Coordinates with administrators and other teaching staff members...

Job Description Title: Occupational Therapist Position Purpose Under the general supervision of the Director of Pupil Services, to lead the process in the development, implementation, and coordination of the school district's occupational therapy program for students with disabilities or physical/mental impairments by developing individualized programming based on occupational performance deficits activities of daily living, including personal care, interaction skills, community integration, work, and communication. Essential Functions Develops, implements and coordinates the school district's occupational therapy program within the school district, including philosophy, vision, procedures and goals. Screens, evaluates and monitors students with disabilities or physical mental impairments for the purpose of providing educational programs, therapeutic intervention, and transition and exit planning and enhancing their ability to perform activities of daily living...