Speech Language Pathologist

Bucks IU Business Unit; Doylestown (Bucks County); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A local educational organization is looking for a Speech-Language Pathologist to provide support to students with communicative disabilities in various educational settings. The role involves assessing needs, developing Individual Educational Plans (IEPs), and collaborating with other professionals. Applicants must hold a Master's Degree in Speech-Language Pathology and relevant Pennsylvania certifications. Strong interpersonal skills are essential, and bilingual candidates are encouraged to apply.

Qualifications

• Master’s Degree in Speech-Language Pathology required.
• PDE Certification in Speech-Language Impaired PK-12 is mandatory.
• CCC-SLP required; CFY candidates considered for LTS positions.
• License to practice Speech Language Pathology issued by PA Bureau of Professional and Occupational Affairs is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assess needs and deliver evidence-based supports to students.
• Develop IEPs in compliance with regulations.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary colleagues on initiatives.
• Ability to collaborate with multidisciplinary colleagues on IU and district initiatives.
• High level organization and time management skills.
• Strategic thinking in the delivery of services to students.

Skills

Knowledge of assessment strategies

Strong communication skills

Organization and time management

Data analysis for progress monitoring

AAC familiarity

Data collection and analysis

Multidisciplinary collaboration

Education

Master’s Degree in Speech-Language Pathology

Certificate of Clinical Competence in Speech-Language Pathology (CCC-SLP)

Pennsylvania Department of Education Certificate in Speech-Language Impaired PK-12

PA license to practice SLP (preferred)

Job description

Overview

Job Description

Description

JOB DESCRIPTION

Job Summary:

The Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP) will assess needs, plan strategies and deliver evidence-based supports to students with communicative disabilities across a variety of educational settings, including general and special education classrooms, specialized schools and community settings. Students may have single sound errors or multiple disabilities; the therapist must be adept at implementing and documenting varied strategies and deploying a variety of service delivery models to enhance communicative competence. Services provided include assessment and intervention in speech sound disorders, voice, language, pragmatics, fluency, literacy (phonology), augmentative and alternative communication (AAC) and dysphagia. Qualified applicants will possess strong interpersonal and organizational skills. Bilingual candidates are encouraged to apply.

Responsibilities

• Knowledge of a broad range of assessment strategies and analysis skills
• Develop Individual Educational Plans (IEPs) in compliance with state and federal guidelines
• Collect and analyze data for progress monitoring
• Ability to collaborate with multidisciplinary colleagues on IU and district initiatives
• High level organization and time management skills
• Strategic thinking in the delivery of services to students

Qualifications

Education and Experience:

Credentials:

• Master’s Degree in Speech-Language Pathology
• Pennsylvania Department of Education Certificate in Speech-Language Impaired PK-12 is required
• Certificate of Clinical Competence in Speech-Language Pathology (CCC-SLP) is required*
• License to practice Speech Language Pathology issued by PA Bureau of Professional and Occupational Affairs is preferred.

* Will consider strong Clinical Fellowship Year (CFY) candidate for Long Term Substitute (LTS) Speech Language Pathologist positions in the Related Services program.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Strong understanding of current Pennsylvania and Federal Special Education Regulations.
• Clinical competence to support a wide range of communicative needs
• Effective oral and written communication skills
• Knowledge of computer technology and Augmentative-Alternative Communication
• Compliance with health, safety and confidentiality regulation

Work Authorization/Security Clearance (if applicable): Citizenship or work authorization to work in the United States required.

EEO/AA/VEVRAA Employer: The Bucks IU is an equal opportunity employer committed to hiring a diverse workforce and sustaining an inclusive culture. Bucks IU does not discriminate on the basis of disability, veteran status or any other basis protected under federal, state or local laws.

Primary Location

US-PA-DOYLESTOWN

Work Locations

Itinerant Countywide 705 N Shady Retreat Road DOYLESTOWN 18901

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