Speech Language Pathologist – ITP, Residential

OLV Human Services • Buffalo, NY

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About The Position

OLV Human Services is hiring a part-time Speech-Language Pathologist for its Intensive Treatment Program (ITP). The role provides individualized speech and language therapy to adolescents, typically ages 12–18, with autism spectrum disorder, mental health concerns, and developmental or intellectual disabilities. The SLP uses evidence-based interventions and collaborates with a multidisciplinary team to help adolescents strengthen communication, express their needs, and build independence.

The position is scheduled for 20 hours per week and pays $41.00–$46.00 per hour. Benefits may include medical, dental, vision, and wellness benefits; employer pension contributions for eligible employees; tuition assistance and college and university discount programs; applicable paid time off and leave benefits; team events and wellness activities; and opportunities for continuing education, professional development, and interdisciplinary collaboration. Benefits are subject to position, employment status, and eligibility requirements. Public Service Loan Forgiveness may be available to qualifying employees; the posting notes that the program requires an average of at least 30 hours per week, and hours from this position may be combined with hours from another qualifying employer.

The role requires a master's degree in Speech-Language Pathology or Communication Disorders, a current New York State Speech-Language Pathology license, CCC-SLP, New York State Teacher of Speech and Hearing Handicapped certification, and a valid New York State driver's license. Applicants need 1–2 years of experience working with individuals with developmental disabilities and ABA methodology. The position also requires the ability to meet physical demands including standing, walking, bending, lifting, and assisting individuals as needed, and willingness to complete required agency and program-specific training, including ABA and SCIP-R.

Requirements

• Master's degree in Speech-Language Pathology or Communication Disorders.
• 1–2 years of experience working with individuals with developmental disabilities and Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) methodology.
• Current New York State Speech-Language Pathology license.
• Certificate of Clinical Competence in Speech-Language Pathology (CCC-SLP).
• New York State Teacher of Speech and Hearing Handicapped certification.
• Valid New York State driver's license.
• Knowledge of expressive and receptive language development, augmentative and alternative communication (AAC), and evidence-based speech-language interventions.
• Strong communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with multidisciplinary teams, families, and caregivers.
• Basic computer proficiency and ability to maintain accurate clinical documentation.
• Commitment to professional ethics, confidentiality, and applicable HIPAA/FERPA requirements.
• Ability to meet physical demands including standing, walking, bending, lifting, and assisting individuals as needed.
• Willingness to complete required agency and program-specific training, including ABA and SCIP-R, and maintain applicable continuing education requirements.

Responsibilities

• Provide individualized speech and language therapy to adolescents based on their IEPs, communication needs, and treatment goals.
• Conduct speech-language evaluations, review clinical and educational records, and develop individualized treatment plans.
• Use evidence-based interventions to strengthen expressive and receptive language, functional communication, and social interaction skills.
• Assess progress during therapy sessions and adjust goals, interventions, and treatment plans as needed.
• Develop visual schedules, communication supports, and structured activities to promote understanding and independence.
• Implement AAC systems for adolescents who are nonspeaking or have limited verbal communication.
• Train and support staff in communication strategies that reinforce language development across daily activities.
• Collaborate with clinical professionals, behavioral specialists, educators, and other multidisciplinary team members to coordinate individualized care.
• Educate families and caregivers on communication techniques and develop home programs to support continued progress.
• Maintain accurate therapy schedules, evaluations, treatment notes, progress reports, and required documentation.
• Communicate regularly with families about treatment goals, progress, and recommendations.
• Participate in team meetings, maintain professional standards, and complete ongoing training and continuing education requirements.

Benefits

• Competitive pay of $41.00–$46.00 per hour.
• Access to applicable medical, dental, vision, and wellness benefits.
• Employer pension contributions for eligible employees.
• Tuition assistance and college and university discount programs.
• Potential eligibility for Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF), subject to program requirements.
• Applicable paid time off and employee leave benefits.
• Team OLV events, wellness activities, and opportunities to connect with colleagues.
• Opportunities for continuing education, professional development, and interdisciplinary collaboration.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time