Speech and Language Pathologist (SLP)

The Arc Lexington; City of Gloversville (NY); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive starting wages

Flexible schedule

Paid training

Job summary

The Arc Lexington is seeking a Speech and Language Pathologist to join their team. This role involves diagnosing and treating communication disorders and supporting both clients and staff in an inclusive environment. The successful candidate will have a Master's degree, relevant licensure, and a passion for helping others in the community.

Qualifications

• Current license to practice as a Speech and Language Pathologist in New York.
• One year of experience preferred, especially with developmental disabilities.
• Must possess a valid NYS driver's license and transportation.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate and diagnose communication and swallowing disorders.
• Provide therapy to individuals and training to staff.
• Ensure effective support for people with developmental disabilities.

Skills

Communication

Analytical Skills

Empathy

Education

Master's degree in Speech/Language Pathology

Job description

What does a Speech and Language Pathologist do?

Our Speech and Language Pathologist's (SLP) play a vital role in evaluating and diagnosing disorders of communication and swallowing. Not only will the SLP provide needed therapy to the individuals we support in our programs but will provide essential training and guidance to all Lexington staff working with people who have these needs.

Qualifications:

• Master's degree in Speech/Language Pathology from an accredited institution of learning.
• Current license to practice as a SLP in the State of New York or be a current Clinical Fellow working towards completed certification.
• One year experience working with people with developmental disabilities preferred.
• Must have a valid NYS driver's license and have your own transportation.

What can The Arc Lexington offer you?

• Competitive starting wages
• Flexible schedule
• Paid training

Why work at The Arc Lexington?

The Arc Lexington always strives to be the best possible employer. This means going to great lengths to ensure it is a great place to work, a place where employees feel valued, nurtured, and respected. Employees find fulfilling, meaningful careers at The Arc Lexington and enjoy being part of our family. The Arc Lexington employees have repeatedly voted us for several awards:

• 2013 - Albany Times Union Top Workplace Award
• 2014 - Voted #1 Large Workplace in the Capital District
• 2014 - Albany Times Union Top Workplace Award
• 2017 - Best Company to Work For in New York State
• 2022 - Albany Times Union Top Workplace Award & Times Union Meaningfulness Award
• 2023 - 10 Best Workplaces for Diversity

We hope you will join us in making a difference!

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The Arc Lexington provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information, predisposition or carrier status, marital status, military or veteran status or any other status protected by applicable laws ("each a "Protected Characteristic"). This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.