Speech Language Pathologist MDE

Elwyn; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 70,000 - 87,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

Medical Benefits

Earned Wage Access

On-the-Job Training

Tuition Reimbursement

Career Growth

Flexible Schedules

Retirement Plan

Job summary

Elwyn in Philadelphia is seeking a Speech/Language Pathologist (SLP) to join the Multidisciplinary Team and assess a child's communication and developmental needs to inform eligibility, IEP goals, and EI planning.

The SLP will work with MDT members, document findings in evaluation reports, and help shape developmentally appropriate education plans while meeting mandated timelines and regulatory requirements.

Qualifications

• MS in Speech-Language Pathology or Communicative Disorders.
• Pennsylvania Certification in Speech Instruction through DOE.
• One year experience with preschool standardized assessments.
• Knowledge of IEP development and progress monitoring.
• Strong teamwork and communication; able to work in fast-paced settings.

Responsibilities

• Assess child communication skills and developmental areas for eligibility.
• Prepare and edit thorough Evaluation Reports within timelines.
• Assist in developing targeted IEP goals and EI service recommendations.
• Obtain permissions and coordinate evaluations with families.
• Maintain accurate electronic records and required documentation.
• Collaborate with MDT to ensure compliant, data-driven decisions.

Skills

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Time management

Attention to detail

Education

MS in Speech-Language Pathology

Pennsylvania Certification in Speech

Tools

Microsoft Office

Electronic records systems

Job description

Overview

Pay Range: $69,960 to $87,000

Schedule: M-F 8am to 4pm

Join a Team That Changes Lives

For more than 170 years, Elwyn has been leading the way in supporting children, teens, and adults with autism, intellectual and developmental disabilities, and behavioral health challenges. As a mission-driven nonprofit, we’re here to create real change – helping people lead meaningful, fulfilling lives.

Now, we’re looking for passionate team members to join us. Here, your work will change lives – including your own. You’ll make an impact every day, find purpose in what you do, and grow in a career that truly matters.

At Elwyn, we take care of you while you care for others. We offer:

• Generous Paid Time Off


• Comprehensive Medical/Dental/Vision Benefit Packages


• Earned Wage Access/On-Demand Pay


• Paid On-the-Job Training


• Tuition Reimbursement


• Career Advancement Opportunities and Growth


• Flexible Schedules


• Retirement Savings Plan

Responsibilities

Elwyn seeks aSpeech/Language Pathologist (SLP) for the Multi-Disciplinary Team (MDT) to assess a child's communication skills (e.g., articulation, fluency, voice, expressive/receptive language and hearing) and other developmental areas including, but not limited to, cognitive, social/emotional, adaptive/self-help, fine motor, gross motor, sensory processing and behavior. The SLP works with other members of the MDT to ensure that the evaluation report (ER) documents all assessment findings including, but not limited to, a thorough description of child's strengths and weaknesses in all areas of development for the purpose of determining program eligibility and developing individualized goals, specially designed instruction, and recommendations for a developmentally-appropriate individualized education plan (IEP) and early intervention (EI) services.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Obtain signed permission to evaluate (PTE) form from parent/guardian prior to scheduled evaluation within mandated timelines


• Place reminder calls to parents/guardians prior to scheduled evaluation


• Review the \"Problem Solving in EI\" document with each family at the time of the evaluation to ensure they understand the process for disputes regarding the assessment findings


• Conduct Multi-Disciplinary Evaluations (MDE) and/or Record Reviews (RR) collaboratively with other MDT members and follow Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) and Chapter 14 guidance to determine child's eligibility for preschool special education services


• Use standardized assessments including, but not limited to, communication and speech/language assessments, hearing screenings, and other related assessments addressing cognitive, social/emotional, adaptive/self-help, fine motor, gross motor, sensory processing, and behavior to determine eligibility for EI services


• Conduct observations in school and interview teachers as necessary to get a full picture of the child's development


• Work collaboratively with MDT members to write and edit thorough Evaluation Reports (ERs) within mandated timelines for developmentally-appropriate Individualized Education Plan (IEP) development


• Adhere to mandated compliance timelines for conducting evaluations and writing and sending ERs to families


• Update child electronic record in internal information management systems and state-managed database systems to ensure compliance with internal timelines and state and federal mandates by entering data included, but not limited to, PTE received date, evaluation scheduled and completed date, eligibility, and diagnosis


• Update file notes in child's electronic record in internal information management systems to ensure detailed documentation of parental contact, outreach, tasks completed related to the evaluation process, including but limited to, reminder calls to family about scheduled appointment, teacher-related calls and responses, and evaluation cancelations


• Notify the appropriate staff member for No-Shows and reschedules


• Notify the appropriate stakeholder agency (e.g., Childlink, Partnership, and Head Start Special Needs Coordinators) via email with eligibility determination


• For children found ineligible, create Notice of Recommended Educational Placement (NOREP) and call family to review assessment results and reason for ineligibility; close out child's record in information management systems as documented in ELS procedures


• Perform other duties as assigned

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE/SKILLS QUALIFICATIONS:

• A or M.S in Speech/Language Pathology or Communicative Disorders


• Pennsylvania Certification in Speech Instruction through Department of Education


• One year experience administering preschool standardized assessment tools


• Knowledge of Chapter 14 regulatory requirements specific to IEP development and progress monitoring requirements


• Demonstrated ability to work effectively as part of a team


• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and manage and prioritize multiple, often competing, priorities


• Demonstrated strong attention to detail


• Demonstrated strong time management and organizational skills


• Demonstrated excellent judgment with the ability to independently solve problems and make decisions with little or no need for direct supervision


• Demonstrated ability to anticipate future needed changes or identify problem areas and take effective actions


• Must be able to perform CPR using agency-trained protocols


• Must possess excellent customer interaction, collaboration, presentation, and written and verbal communication skills


• Demonstrated intermediate experience with Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint; Publisher preferred


• Experience with electronic record systems; PELICAN and CCP/Sprout preferred


• Must possess a current, valid driver's license in state of residence, have a minimum of two (2) years of driving experience within the United States, and have an acceptable driving record.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Elwyn is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Elwyn does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, ancestry, pregnancy status, medical condition, gender, gender identity or expression, genetic information, sexual orientation or identity, age, national origin, citizenship, handicap status, marital or family status, mental or physical disability, perceived disability, military or veteran status, political activities or affiliations, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state or local law, ordinance, or regulation.

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