Speech Therapist

Evaluates residents, develops appropriate treatment goals and methods, implements the speech therapy treatment plan, and completes all related documentation and record keeping regarding these services; this includes application of therapeutic techniques in areas such as cognitive skills, communication, speech oral motor skills, dysphagia, perceptual abilities, orientation, psychosocial, and functioning;

Coordinates the acquisition of adaptive communication devices and instructs residents in their use;

Selects appropriate activities suited to the individual’s physical and mental capacity, intelligence level and interest;

Consults with other members of the rehabilitation team to select the most appropriate therapeutic regimen consistent with the needs and capabilities of each resident;

Instructs resident in the skills and techniques required for participation in activities and evaluates resident progress, attitudes, and behavior, as related to rehabilitative potential;

Adapts program according to the needs of individual resident;

Attends and contributes to resident care, staffing and other related meetings;

Conducts training programs and participates in training medical, nursing and other personnel in speech therapy techniques and objectives;

Supervises supportive personnel in accordance with state and professional standards;