CLASSIFICATION AND QUALIFICATION STANDARDS

CLINICIAN

Definition:

Under the direction of the Center Director or a Consultant, utilizing the Lindamood Phoneme Sequencing® Program (LiPS®) and the Bell Visualizing/Verbalizing® (V/V®) Program, provides remediation for students with auditory processing and/or concept imagery issues. Utilizing the Processing and Cognitive Enhancement Program (PACE) provides instruction and exercises to improve cognitive functioning.

Distinguishing Characteristics

This is an entry level classification for Colorado Reading Center.  Persons in this classification are the backbone of the operations and are the individuals who meet one-on-one with the clients in the educational process, and are under the direct supervision of a Center Director or Consultant.

 
Essential Duties and Responsibilities

1.  Utilizing the LiPS Program and the Socratic teaching method, instruct the client--in a one-on-one setting--in the basics of phonological processing for reading and spelling.

2.  Utilizing the VV Program and the Socratic teaching method, instruct the client--in a one-on-one setting--in the basics of concept imagery for language comprehension.

3.  Utilizing the Processing and Cognitive Enhancement Program (PACE) and following highly structured procedures, instruct the client--in a one-on-one setting--to improve cognitive functioning.

4.   Follow educational plans, both verbal and written, provided by the Center Director and/or the Consultant, in the daily instruction of the client.

5.  Meet with the Center Director and/or the Consultant and provide information on the current status of the client and responses to the educational plan.

6.  Seek out the Center Director or the Consultant, as needed, for Additional direction and instruction when the instructional plan is not progressing as expected.

7.  Write notes daily in the client’s workbook to document the procedures used and the response of the client.  The notes should be sufficient to document the instruction process and client’s progress.

8.  Maintain daily, current and accurate time sheets on clients and clinician’s hours.

9.  Maintain a neat and clean work environment.  Follow all rules related to safety, sexual harassment, and instructional processes.

10. Dress in a fashion that reflects positively on Colorado Reading Center and provides a professional, well-groomed and non-offensive environment.

11. Perform other duties as requested which may include, but not be restricted to; filing; participating in client conferences; and minor bookkeeping and housekeeping duties.

 
Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.  The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

            A.                 Education and/or Experience

A four year degree preferred.  Experience with children preferred.  Experience with teaching, tutoring, education or writing is of benefit.  Successful completion of the Lindamood® LiPS and the Nancibell^® V/V Workshops and/or the PACE training seminar preferred.

             B.                 Language Skills

Excellent working knowledge of English is required.  Must be able to read, write, spell, and speak English well.  The individual will be required to pass the Lindamood^® Auditory Conceptualization Test.  

C.                 Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Must be able to relate well with people, understand and be able to apply the Socratic teaching method, be able to maintain written, client progress notes, and be able to work well in a team oriented approach to teaching.  A broad base of knowledge is beneficial.

Physical Demands

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. 

            A.                 Lifting

Must be able to lift 10 pounds over the employee’s head. 

            B.                 Repetitive Motions

Must be able to remain seated and often lean over a desk, to provide instruction, for up to eight hours per day.  Must be able to repeatedly use the hand and wrist to write and the mouth and tongue for demonstration.  Will often be speaking during the course of the day.

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.