School Based Speech and Language Pathologist

People's Arc of Suffolk; Bohemia (NY); On-site; USD 60,000 - 68,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider is seeking a School Based Speech and Language Pathologist to plan and coordinate services for students with communication disorders. The ideal candidate will possess a Master's degree in Speech Pathology and relevant state certifications. Responsibilities include evaluation, treatment, and supervision of speech/language services. This part-time position offers competitive compensation and the opportunity to make a significant impact on students' lives.

Benefits

Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)

Retirement Plan (401K, IRA)

Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D)

Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Public Holidays)

Short Term & Long-Term Disability

Training & Development

Qualifications

• Minimum qualifications include a Master's degree in Speech Pathology and relevant certifications.
• Additional requirements include clinical experience and skills in planning and evaluation.
• Knowledge of augmentative communication systems and therapeutic techniques is necessary.

Responsibilities

• Plans and coordinates speech/language services.
• Evaluates and treats communication disorders.
• Supervises and manages speech department staff and services.

Skills

Planning

Evaluating

Therapeutic techniques

Communication systems knowledge

Education

Master's degree in Speech Pathology

N.Y State Certificate as a Teacher of the Speech and Hearing Handicapped

Certificate of Clinical Competence in Speech Pathology

License in Speech Pathology by the State of New York

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School Based Speech and Language Pathologist

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GENERAL STATEMENT OF DUTIES

Plans and coordinates speech/language services and staff. Performs skilled technical work in the evaluation and treatment of persons with speech/language disorders. Performs related work as required.

DISTINGIUISHING FEATURES OF CLASS

• Under the clinical supervision of the speech/language senior and the general supervision of the Relates Services Coordinator, an employee in this class is responsible for the comprehensive diagnostic and management services of persons with functional and organic communication disorders, as well as the supervision of speech services and staff.
• Work includes evaluation procedures necessary to determine speech/language disorders as well as functional level with regard to receptive/expressive language.
• Therapy is prescribed through written reports, conferences, and observation of techniques and employed and results obtained.
  
  

ILLUSTRATIVE EXAMPLES OF WORK

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• Responsible for prescriptions and maintenance of augmentative speech aides and peripheral equipment
• Assists in planning and coordinating in-services training for staff, parents, and others in the various phases of the speech/language therapy program
• Participates in staff conferences to evaluate, advise and plan proper methods of treatment of students with speech/language disorders
• Assisting in overseeing the comprehensive management of student records, with regards to status and treatment procedures
• Reviews and checks all written work for accuracy and appropriateness
• Preforms all of the work-related tasks of speech/language pathologist, i.e., diagnostics, therapeutic services and maintenance of comprehensive records
• Positions and transfers students as necessary
  
  

Required Knowledge, Skills, And Abilties

• Ability to plan, assign and assist in the clinical supervision of the speech department
• Good knowledge of the principles, methods, materials and aides used in speech/language therapy
• Good knowledge of augmentative communication systems and aids, i.e., signs, symbols, electronic prosthetic devices
• Good knowledge of current literature and sources of information concerning the speech/language therapy field
• Skilled in planning, evaluating, and demonstrating therapeutic exercise and in dealing effectively with difficult personality problems
• Ability to evaluate speech/language and communication disorders and to determine the proper length and type of therapy
• Demonstrate skill in generating professional reports, i.e., diagnostics, case summaries, etc.
• Knowledge of proper body mechanics and lifting techniques
  
  

Requirements

MINIMUM QUALFICATIONS

• N.Y State Certificate as a Teacher of the Speech and Hearing Handicapped
• Graduate of an accredited university with a Master's degree in Speech Pathology, including 375 hours of supervised, clinical experience within the training institution or one of its cooperating programs
• Possession of a Certificate of Clinical Competence in Speech Pathology issued by the American Speech and Hearing Association
• Possession of a license in Speech Pathology used by the State of New York
  
  

Necessary Special Requirements

• Candidate must possess a valid NYS Driver's License at the time of hire, must maintain the NYS license for the duration of employment, and if they were to drive their own vehicle on the Agency business, adhere to the Agency Feet Safety Driver's Policy/Procedures
• Documentation of a current Mantoux tuberculosis test must be provided prior to the beginning of employment and annually thereafter
• A candidate for this position is considered to have a regular and substantial unsupervised or unrestricted physical contact with consumers and must undergo a criminal background check prior to assuming their job responsibilities
• A minimum of 15 hours of staff development training is required annually
  
  

Benefits

• Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
• Retirement Plan (401K, IRA)
• Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D)
• Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Public Holidays)
• Short Term & Long-Term Disability
• Training & Development

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Part-time

Job function

• Job function

  Health Care Provider

• Industries

  Hospitals and Health Care and Education Administration Programs

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