Current NY State license in Speech and Language Pathology
ASHA Certificate of Clinical Competency
NYSED Certification as a Teacher of Speech and Hard of Hearing (TSHH)
One year of prior Speech Therapy experience preferred
Knowledge of Assistive Technology and Augmentative Communication preferred
Ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks
Responsibilities
Provide speech and language assessment and evaluation to determine students' developmental levels and needs
Plan and conduct speech and language interventions according to established goals
Implement testing procedures to evaluate and monitor student progress
Assess oral motor development and develop appropriate treatment plans
Maintain daily and monthly attendance records and progress notes
Participate in team meetings and case conferences as required
Provide therapy progress reports to parents and team members
Benefits
$1,500 sign-on bonus
Industry-leading benefits package
Opportunities for professional development
Supportive team environment
Flexible working hours within school schedule
Full Job Description
Job Type
Full-time
SUMMARY
Under general direction, is responsible for providing speech and language assessment and therapy of students pursuant to the Individualized Family Service Plan, Individual Education Plan or Interim Individual Education Plan. Participates in consultative process with parents and team members.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
The duties and responsibilities of the Speech and Language Pathologist will include, but are not limited to the following:
Provides speech and language assessment and evaluation to determine student's developmental level and needs. Analyzes test results and prepares written summary to Early Intervention, CPSE, CSE and other regulatory, referring or oversight organization.
Plans and conducts speech and language interventions in accordance with established goals.
Implements testing procedures to evaluate and monitor student progress as required by appropriate regulatory agency. Provides written report of results to EI/CPSE/CSE.
Assesses oral motor development and ability to intake food orally. Develops a treatment plan appropriate to identified disabilities.
Keeps abreast of latest alternative communication techniques.
Implements appropriate utilization of AAC devices.
Provides in-service training regarding utilization of AAC devices and techniques.
Maintains daily and monthly attendance records and progress notes.
Provides therapy progress reports to parents/guardians and appropriate team members. Meets and communicates with parents/guardians regularly in writing or verbally.
Participates in team meetings and case conferences as required.
Ensures individuals receive services appropriate to their needs and consistent with educational goals and regulatory requirements.
Participates in Initial Evaluation and Intake processes.
Completes all required documentation in a timely and accurate manner.
Provides supervision to students and CFY's as assigned.
Performs other related duties as requested.
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.
Ability to read, write, speak and understand English
Good interpersonal skills are required in order to interact effectively with employees, coworkers, consumers, their families, other programs, outside contacts, etc.
Must maintain strictest confidentiality.
Ability to work independently and handle multiple tasks.
Good organizational and time management skills
Good oral and written communications skills
Knowledge of Assistive Technology, Augmentative Communication, Picture Exchange Communication and manual sign language preferred.
Ability to use personal computers, electronic devices, etc.
Ability to provide therapeutic intervention in school program or home of student served
Ability to analyze problems and determine corrective actions
Must be available Monday-Friday, 8am-3pm
EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE
Master's Degree in Speech and Language Pathology.
One year of prior Speech Therapy experience preferred.
LICENSE/CERTIFICATION
Current NY State license in Speech and Language Pathology
ASHA Certificate of Clinical Competency required
NYSED Certification as a Teacher of Speech and Hard of hearing (TSHH) is mandated
For Bilingual Therapist: NYSED TSSH Certification with Bilingual Extension
Clinical Fellowship Year (CFY) candidates will be supervised
COMPENSATION: $48.04/hour + $1,500 Sign-on bonus + Industry Leading Benefits!
