Clinical Educator, Speech and Hearing

Title: Clinical Educator, Speech and Hearing

Employee Classification: PE

Pay Grade: PT 09

Division: Academic and Student Affairs

Subdivision: Spec Ed and Comm Sci and Disorders

Department: College of Education

Campus Location: Main Campus

General Summary

Provide therapeutic direction in assessment and treatment for developmental and neurogenic communication delays/disorders/deficits across the lifespan to graduate clinicians in the speech-language pathology practicums.

Principal Duties and Responsibilities

Core Clinical Duties:

• Supervise students clinical experience by overseeing all components of the therapeutic processes which include:
  • Providing written and oral feedback regarding lesson plans, treatment plans, treatment outcomes and SOAP notes, etc.
  • Model and guide development of interpersonal skills with clients and families
  • Observation of treatment sessions that reflect integration of evidence-based therapy techniques and are based on clients educational/functional needs.
  • Observe treatment sessions and demonstrate therapeutic techniques and approaches to speech pathology students.
  • Counsel patients and their families in matters related to speech-language disabilities.
  • Serve as liaison between Clinic and outside agencies involved with specific clients
  • Consult with University personnel and others as needed in the therapeutic process.
  • Assure compliance with ASHA (American Speech-Language-Hearing Association) Council on Academic Accreditation (Master's degree accreditation) standards as they relate to clinic operations and student instruction.
  • Discuss with faculty student progress in practicum.
• Participate in staff and divisional meetings Provide clinical instruction to students enrolled in designated courses.
• Attend professional meetings.
• Perform related Departmental duties, as required Maintain calendar and supervisor scheduling of student clinicians and clients each semester.

Minimum Qualifications:

Knowledge and skills in speech-language pathology and administrative duties, typically acquired through the completion of a Master's degree in Speech-Language Pathology and American Speech and Hearing Association Certification of Clinical Competence in Speech Pathology, are necessary. Michigan Licensure required.

Four years experience (beyond certification) in the field of speech-language pathology is necessary.

Familiarity with medical terminology and medical/clinical office operations is necessary.

Ability to communicate and work easily with public, faculty, students, and clients with disabilities is necessary.

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience with a variety of speech and language disorders across the lifespan is desired.

Experience in both hospital/clinic and public school settings is desirable.

Prior supervisory experience with graduate clinicians or clinical fellows is preferred.

Special Instructions:

N/A

Appointment Percentage:

100%

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, age, marital status, pregnancy, genetic information, or other legally protected status.

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