Hearing Therapist

Job Description:

JOB DESCRIPTION

POSITION SUMMARY

The audiologist will provide comprehensive educational audiological support and services to children to enhance audition, learning potential, and participation in educational environments. The audiologist will primarily serve students in-district in the southern portion (shoreline) of CT.The audiologist will be a contributing member of the audiology department through active participation in discussions, activities, and ongoing professional development.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES and RESPONSIBILITIES

• Conduct comprehensive and periodic audiological evaluations for assigned children and students (birth through age 22 years) and communicate audiological recommendations to the child's family (Birth-3) or the student's educational team and others as appropriate (school age)
• Evaluate the appropriateness of amplification for assigned students and make recommendations for technology that will support optimal auditory access to spoken language
• Advise school administrators and educators regarding the selection and purchase of hearing assistive technology and be responsible for the programming and verification of such equipment once it is obtained for the student
• Collect and monitor data for progress monitoring and support the development of IEP/504 Plans
• Assess the classroom listening environment and the proper use of amplification equipment
• Provide professional development to district staff upon request
• Complete audiological evaluations or auditory processing evaluations based on district request
• Manage and maintain accurate student and hearing assistive technology information
• Document all services including contact notes, progress summaries, evaluations, trainings, device recommendations, and communications with districts
• Attend meetings as appropriate including school team, IEP/504 meetings, staff meetings, and in-services upon request
• Monitor new developments and research in the profession and share information with colleagues
• Comply with all company policies and procedures.
• Other duties as assigned

COMPETENCIES

• Analytical - Synthesizes complex or diverse information; Collects and researches data; Uses intuition and experience to complement data; Designs workflows and procedures.
• Problem Solving - Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner; Gathers and analyzes information skillfully; Develops alternative solutions; Works well in group problem solving situations; Uses reason even when dealing with emotional topics.
• Technical Skills - Assesses own strengths and weaknesses; Pursues training and development opportunities; Strives to continuously build knowledge and skills; Shares expertise with others.
• Customer Service - Manages difficult or emotional customer situations; Responds promptly to customer needs; Solicits customer feedback to improve service; Responds to requests for service and assistance; Meets commitments.
• Interpersonal Skills - Focuses on solving conflict, not blaming; Maintains confidentiality; Listens to others without interrupting; Keeps emotions under control; Remains open to others' ideas and tries new things.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Doctoral Degree (Au.D.) or equivalent, or more than ten years of related experience and/or training, or equivalent combination of education and experience.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS & WORK ENVIRONMENT:

Position is regular telecommuting: work at an alternate work location (e.g., home office) and occasional work at a CREC location.

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

DIVERSITY, EQUITY, & INCLUSION STATEMENT:

CREC is an intentionally diverse social justice organization whose members work to acknowledge, respect, and empathize with people of all different identifiers, such as race, socioeconomic status, gender identity, and expression, education, age, ability, ethnicity, culture, sexual orientation, language, nationality, and religion. We commit to affirm and honor the lived experiences of others, to willingly challenge inherited beliefs and ideologies, and consequently learn, grow and serve.

To access the full job description, please visit CREC: Careers | Hartford, Connecticut

JOB POSTING #13774 AT CREC: External Job Opportunities | Careers | Hartford, Connecticut