Speech Language Pathologist
About The Position
The Speech and Language Pathologist (SLP) provides direct individual and group treatment to students with speech and language deficits, based on IEP goals and objectives. The SLP conducts screenings and evaluations as directed by the Speech and Language Coordinator, collaborates with a multidisciplinary team on student interventions and treatment, and helps children understand and use basic language concepts related to classroom learning while encouraging literacy development. The position also requires daily progress notes, quarterly reports, and completion of student-related paperwork, including session records, IEP Direct notes, and CSE paperwork. This position follows a 10-month school year and a six-week summer program. The stated schedule is 8:30 a.m.–3:30 p.m. daily, except for one designated staff conference day per week, when hours are 3:00–5:00 p.m.
Requirements
- Master’s degree in Speech and Language Pathology.
- New York State license in Speech and Language Pathology.
- Certificate of Clinical Competence.
- Certification of Teaching Students with Speech and Language Disabilities.
- Strong verbal, written, and computer skills.
- Ability to access and use the ADP app on a smartphone or other device to access agency programs.
- Ability to meet the stated physical requirements, with or without reasonable accommodation.
- Successfully hired candidates must participate in Therapeutic Crisis Intervention training, pass a written and verbal test, and demonstrate proper physical restraint.
Responsibilities
- Effectively manage the caseload.
- Screen students for potential speech and language difficulties.
- Work with the multidisciplinary team to create appropriate IEPs for students.
- Provide interventions consistent with IEP goals.
- Develop treatment strategies.
- Work closely with ANDRUS staff and families to develop classroom and individual interventions targeted to students’ needs.
- Participate actively as a treatment team member in staff meetings, team meetings, in-service activities, and trainings.
- Prepare and maintain accurate records, progress notes, and other required documentation.
- Communicate clearly with teachers, teacher’s assistants, milieu therapists, related-services providers, residential staff, and families.
- Collaborate with other disciplines and departments on the continued development and implementation of a campus-wide approach emphasizing self-regulation.
- Support the organization’s overall strategic plan.
- Adhere to the organization’s core values and commitments.
- Complete all necessary student paperwork, including records of sessions delivered, IEP Direct notes, and CSE paperwork.
- Maintain daily progress notes and quarterly reports.
Benefits
- Generous PTO, including approximately eight weeks of vacation aligned with the Orchard School Calendar, floating holidays, holidays, personal time, and sick time.
- Health insurance.
- Dental insurance.
- Vision benefits.
- 401(k) employer contributions.
- Tuition reimbursement.
- Aflac benefits.
- Flexible spending accounts.
- Employer-paid short-term disability, long-term disability, and life insurance.
- Professional development.
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Job Type
Full-time
