Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) – Early Intervention / Preschool – $500 Sign-On Bonus

Family of Kidz•Riverhead, NY

2d•$72 - $130•Onsite

About The Position

Family of Kidz is hiring a pediatric Speech Language Pathologist to provide early intervention and preschool services at its Riverhead facility and preschool. The role may be full-time for clinicians interested in both facility and preschool cases, or fee-for-service depending on the current caseload; this arrangement is discussed during the interview and may change. Scheduling is flexible, with services provided during and/or after school. The position involves designing and delivering individual or group therapeutic interventions, evaluating children’s speech and language abilities, documenting findings and progress, and coordinating with families, school personnel, supervisors, coordinators, and other professionals. Evaluations may take place in clinic, home, or preschool settings. The clinician develops functional goals, contributes to CPSE/CSE meetings and reviews, and maintains case records, schedules, attendance, and billing documentation. Family of Kidz has served children with special needs from birth to adulthood since 1998, with a focus on understanding each child’s needs and supporting greater independence and quality of life. The organization provides equal employment opportunities and prohibits discrimination and harassment.

Requirements

Current New York State licensure as a Speech Language Pathologist.
NYSED certification as TSSLD or TSHH.
Certificate of Clinical Competence in Speech-Language Pathology (CCC-SLP).
Clinical Fellows must have at least TSSLD or TSHH certification.
At least one year of experience working in a setting focused on supporting children and their families.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to collaborate with various professionals.
Self-starter with independent problem-solving ability.
Excellent time-management and organizational skills, with attention to detail.
High integrity, empathy, and consideration.
Ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and adapt when necessary.
Team-oriented approach and commitment to ongoing personal development.

Nice To Haves

Bilingual ability.

Responsibilities

Design and implement creative individual and/or group therapeutic interventions for the assigned caseload.
Administer and document speech and language evaluations.
Maintain ongoing communication with lead supervisors and coordinators, particularly regarding case management.
Maintain professionalism with families, school teams, and other professionals.
Maintain accurate and timely attendance and billing logs.
Create and maintain schedules with assigned families and school personnel.
Collect data on each IFSP/IEP goal and report progress quarterly.
Provide input and attend or participate by teleconference in initial CPSE/CSE meetings and/or annual reviews.
Perform comprehensive evaluations in clinic, home, and/or preschool settings.
Write detailed speech and language evaluation reports describing children’s abilities and areas of difficulty.
Collaborate with parents, teachers, and the evaluation team.
Develop appropriate functional goals using IEP direct.

Benefits

For full-time employees: 25–28 days of paid time off.
For full-time employees: 12 holidays, including winter break from December 25 through January 1.
Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
401(k).
Flexible Spending Accounts and Health Savings Accounts.
Life insurance.
Employee Assistance Program.
Referral Program.
Professional Development Assistance.
Pet insurance.
Long-term and short-term disability insurance.
Team-building events.
Incentive Program.
For employees working 25 or more hours per week: medical, dental, vision, Flexible Spending Account, and pet insurance.
Paid sick and safe leave consistent with state and local regulations.