Speech-Language Pathologist- Early Intervention- Lawrence

Utah State Extension; Lawrence (MA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a nonprofit organization dedicated to supporting children's growth through our Early Intervention Program. We seek a full-time/part-time Speech/Language Pathologist to provide essential services in the Lawrence area, focusing on children aged 0-5 with developmental needs. The role offers a chance to make a profound difference in the lives of children and their families.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 1-2 years of experience in a pediatric setting.
• Knowledge of developmental milestones and delays in children.

Responsibilities

• Screen for speech, language, and cognitive communication difficulties.
• Develop Individual Family Service Plans (IFSP) and provide interventions.
• Collaborate with families and interdisciplinary team members.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Problem solving

Empathy

Flexibility

Education

Current Massachusetts Speech/Language Pathologist license

Certificate of Clinical Competence (CCC)

Job description

Serving Children in More Communities with our Early Intervention Program!

Our Early Intervention Program has expanded to serve children and families in the Greater Lowell area to include eight additional communities. We serve children and families in Andover, North Andover, Lawrence, and Methuen as well as Billerica, Chelmsford, Dracut, Dunstable, Lowell, Tewksbury, Tyngsboro and Westford.

Partners in Child Development is a nonprofit organization dedicated to nurturing the growth and development of every child to maximize their potential. Our programs include our Early Intervention Program, our Anderson School, a special education school for children having complex medical needs and Woodbridge School, our early childhood education program.

Our Early Intervention Program dramatically improves outcomes for children ages 0-3 who have developmental delays or are at risk for delays. Services are provided at no cost to the family through therapeutic interventions embedded in their daily routines. Our specialized staff is dedicated to helping children reach their developmental milestones.

Our Early Intervention professionals see the dramatic impact their work is having on each child and their families as they provide in-home services at no cost to the families. The professional satisfaction of these Early Intervention professionals is palpable as children receiving Early Intervention services from Partners in Child Development meet developmental goals before the age of three at 3 times the state average. We offer you the opportunity to change the trajectory of a child’s life, every day at a critical time in their development.

We are looking for a full time/part time Speech/Language Pathologist (SLP) to join our Early Intervention Program serving the Lawrence area.

The SLP is a member of a multi-disciplinary team that provides interventions to children and families in the EI Program. The SLP screens for the risk or presence of speech, language, cognitive communication, and feeding/swallowing difficulties in child’s daily activities, home/community and advises on alternatives consistent with their needs and capabilities. The SLP contributes to the development of the Individual Family Service Plan (IFSP) including strategies and family outcomes to address the child’s individual needs. The SLP provides services to clients through coordination and collaboration with team members, public/private and community service providers.

Requirements

Current Massachusetts Speech/Language Pathologist license and a current Certificate of Clinical Competence (CCC) granted by the American Speech, Language and Hearing Association.

Education commensurate with holding current licensure as a Speech/Language Pathologist issued by the MA Board of Registration in Speech/Language Pathology and Audiology.

Minimum of 1-2 years of experience in a pediatric setting working with children under the age of 5. Experience working with children with developmental delays or disabilities preferred.

Must hold current, valid driver’s license and the ability to provide proof of insurance coverage for travel between home visits.

Must hold and maintain current CPR and First Aid training.

Demonstrated knowledge of developmental milestones and delays in children, as well as the impact of emotional, behavioral, and neurological disabilities on the child’s functioning and development. Must be flexible and adaptable in administering therapy.

Excellent interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills with sufficient computer and technical skills to complete position required documentation.

Ability to work collaboratively with families, team members and other professionals.

Outstanding time management, organizational, problem solving and multi-tasking skills.

Ability to demonstrate flexibility, empathy and compassion for children and families.

History of maintaining client confidentiality and professional boundaries and displaying qualities of integrity, credibility, and a commitment to Partner in Child Development's mission, vision, and values.

Ability to obtain or provide a National Provider Identifier (NPI) required by MA Department of Public Health (DPH) for MA Early Intervention providers and issued through the National Plan and Provider Enumeration System (NPPES).

Successful criminal background screening, including check with the Commonwealth of MA Department of Criminal Justice Information Services criminal and sex offender database.