Speech and Language Pathology Director plans and directs the operations of an organization's audiology and speech therapy functions to ensure effective operation and compliance with regulatory standards. Designs policies and processes to ensure efficient service delivery and promote best practices. Being an Speech and Language Pathology Director develops and implements long-term strategic plans and objectives for audiology and speech therapy programs in alignment with the organization's overall objectives. Provides leadership and oversight to the development and expansion of programs or service offerings. Additionally, Speech and Language Pathology Director evaluates program design, assessment tools, and treatment protocols and researches advancements in the field. Develops and manages the budget to allocate resources to support staffing, equipment, and other program needs. Monitors operational and financial metrics to measure the achievement of organizational objectives. Negotiates and selects vendor proposals and manages vendors to maintain inventories and adhere to budgets. May require a master's degree in audiology or speech pathology. Requires State License based on Clinical Specialty. Typically reports to senior management. The Speech and Language Pathology Director manages a departmental sub-function within a broader departmental function. Creates functional strategies and specific objectives for the sub-function and develops budgets/policies/procedures to support the functional infrastructure. To be an Speech and Language Pathology Director typically requires 5+ years of managerial experience. Deep knowledge of the managed sub-function and solid knowledge of the overall departmental function. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)
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Position Summary
Concordia University seeks a full-time Administrative Assistant and Program Support Specialist for the Department of Speech-Language Pathology. This position provides clerical and technical support to the SLP Department, SLP Program Director (PD) and the SLP Director of Clinical Education (DCE). This position supports academic programs and clinical placements that are accountable to external accrediting bodies. This position requires detailed knowledge of word processing software, databases, and web page design and a willingness to learn and use program-specific software for student, program, and placement data management. The position reports to the SLP Program Director and supports academic and clinical programs located on the Mequon campus of Concordia University. The hours are Monday through Friday with occasional evenings.
Job Duties and Responsibilities
General Department and Program Responsibilities
Director of Clinical Education Support Responsibilities
Accreditation Responsibilities
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Education and Experience
An undergraduate degree is preferred and/or three to five years of general office experience that include an advanced level use of Microsoft Office especially Excel, Access, Word and Outlook. Previous experience working in academia is a plus
Physical Demands/Equipment
Compensation and Benefits
This is a full-time, non-exempt (hourly) position. The starting wage may be determined upon education and/or experience. Concordia University benefit options include, but are not limited to the following:
Compensation and Benefit Details
Application Instructions
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