Speech Language Pathologist- NC

Melmark Carolinas; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off (Vacation/Holidays/Sick)

Pension Plan and 403(b) with employer

Health, Dental, Vision Insurance

Flexible Spending Accounts for Health/

Life, AD&D, Disability Insurance

Tuition Reimbursement

Student Loan Reimbursement

Professional Conference and Research

Onsite CEUs

Job summary

Melmark Carolinas is seeking a Speech-Language Pathologist to provide clinically-sophisticated services in Charlotte, NC. The role includes identification, diagnosis, and therapy of communication disorders across age groups, with direct therapeutic services and data tracking.

You will implement Behavior Support Plans, collaborate on IEP objectives, and prepare comprehensive planning data for meetings, contributing to a multidisciplinary team in a nonprofit clinical-setting.

Qualifications

• Master’s Degree in Speech-Language Pathology from an ASHA-approved program.
• Licensed as a Speech-Language Pathologist by the NC Board; CCC-SLP certification from ASHA; CFY accepted with supervision.
• Experience or training in augmentative communication and with diverse populations including autism and brain injury.
• Must be able to obtain Melmark driver status and have a valid US driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Implement Behavior Support Plans for each student as designed.
• Execute IEP objectives as written and designed.
• Prepare for planning meetings with current performance levels and proposed objectives; collect and present baseline data.
• Create Goals and Objectives for final planning meetings and maintain timelines.
• Conduct 3-year assessments in collaboration with the team; ensure timely completion.
• Perform thorough assessments/screenings upon student admission.

Education

Master’s Degree in Speech-Language Pathology

ASHA CCC-SLP certification

Licensed by North Carolina Board of Examiners for SLPs & Audiologists

CFY candidate considered

Tools

US Driver's License

Job description

Melmark Overview

Melmark is a nonprofit organization providing clinically-sophisticated evidence-based special education, residential, vocational, and therapeutic services for children and adults diagnosed with autism spectrum disorders, developmental and intellectual disabilities, acquired brain injuries, medical complexities, and other neurological and genetic disorders.

Speech Language Pathologist

Melmark Overview

Melmark is a nonprofit organization providing clinically-sophisticated evidence-based special education, residential, vocational, and therapeutic services for children and adults diagnosed with autism spectrum disorders, developmental and intellectual disabilities, acquired brain injuries, medical complexities, and other neurological and genetic disorders.

SLP Overview

The Speech-Language Pathologist is responsible for all clinical duties including identification, diagnosis and therapy of individuals with communication disorders which are appropriate to the ages and populations served. Additional clinical duties of therapists include management of treatment delivered through direct therapeutic services, tracking information and consultative services as needed.

Schedule and Salary Information

• Monday- Friday 7:30a-4p
• Starting Salary: $82,500.00 (+) based on years of experience

Requirements

• Minimum of a Master’s Degree as a Speech-Language Therapist from an Educational Services Board Approved (American Speech-Language-Hearing Association-ASHA) approved university program.
• Strong Clinical Fellowship (CFY) Candidate will be considered
• Must be licensed as a Speech-Language Pathologist with the North Carolina Board of Examiners for Speech Language Pathologists and Audiologist. CCC-SLP certified from ASHA, however CF will be accepted with supervision requirement.
• Experience and/or training in augmentative communication, manual communication, clinical or practicum background with Developmentally Delayed, Emotionally/Behaviorally Disturbed, Cognitively Challenged, Autism, Pervasive Development Disorder and Brain Injured individuals.
• A valid US driver’s license and a minimum age of twenty-one (21) years old. Must be capable of attaining approved Melmark driver status.

SLP Responsibilities

• Implement Behavior Support Plans for each student as designed
• Implements IEP objectives as written and designed
• Comes prepared to planning meetings with current performance levels and proposed objectives. Collects, summarizes and presents baseline data in preparation for final planning meeting. Creates Goals and Objectives for final planning meeting. Follows timelines in the preparation and writing of IEP document.
• Collaborates with team on determining the best three year evaluation tools. Completes 3 Year assessments thoroughly, relevant to the child and on time.
• Conducts thorough assessments/screenings upon student admission.

Benefits

• Work with a nationally known leader in quality-driven initiatives
• Generous Paid Time Off Benefits including Vacation, Holiday and Sick!
• Melmark Sponsored Pension Plan AND 403(b) with employer matching
• Health, Dental, Vision Insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts for Health and Dependent Care
• Life, AD&D, and Disability insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Generous Student Loan Reimbursement
• Professional Conference and Research Opportunities
• Onsite CEUs at no cost to employee

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