Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP)

LLA Therapy; Akron (OH); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

Life Insurance

401K with Safe Harbor Match

PTO

Holidays

Professional Development Stipend

Employee Assistance Program

Team building

Job summary

LLA Therapy is seeking a Speech-Language Pathologist in Northeast Ohio to service school-based settings. You will provide therapy to an assigned caseload under IEP/ETR guidance, document progress, and participate in multidisciplinary collaboration with educators and families.

Requirements include an Ohio licensure, Master’s degree in SLP, and strong communication skills. Benefits include medical, dental, vision, and retirement options, with a focus on professional development.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Speech Language Pathology required.
• Current licensure to practice Speech Language Therapy in Ohio.
• Proficient in English; reading, writing and comprehension.
• Background checks (FBI/BCI) upon hire.
• Ohio Department of Education Certification (can be completed upon hire)

Responsibilities

• Provide ongoing treatment to assigned caseload.
• Document, monitor, analyze, and report students’ progress and effects of treatment.
• Conduct educationally relevant evaluations and report findings in ETRs.
• Write educational therapy goals and student background information in IEPs.
• Attend and report evaluation findings and therapy recommendations in IEP/ETR meetings.
• Collaborate with school personnel and families to build a positive learning culture.
• Maintain therapy minutes and report due dates.
• Complete Medicaid billing in alignment with deadlines.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Customer service

Education

Master’s in Speech-Language Pathology

Job description

About Our Culture

LLA Therapy is widespread across clinics and schools throughout Northeast Ohio. We strive to build a work culture that fosters FUN and CONNECTS employees. Join one of our events - run on our Akron Marathon team, meet for drinks at a local winery, share a potluck lunch with colleagues, join our Wellness Program, or participate in our monthly study groups. Join the LLA team today and let us help YOU

Shine Your Brightest!

About Our School Services

With over 30 years of school therapy experience, LLA Therapy’s motto is: Helping Kids Shine Their Brightest! In order to accomplish our goal we pride ourselves on effective and streamlined communication, ongoing mentoring and support, collaboration between school personnel (intervention specialists, general education teachers, other therapy disciplines, psychologists, administration) and providing our professionals with the materials and tools they need to succeed (access to online assessments, shared therapy resources, templates, goal banks, and membership to online therapy tools).

Description

School-Based

About Our Culture

LLA Therapy is widespread across clinics and schools throughout Northeast Ohio. We strive to build a work culture that fosters FUN and CONNECTS employees. Join one of our events - run on our Akron Marathon team, meet for drinks at a local winery, share a potluck lunch with colleagues, join our Wellness Program, or participate in our monthly study groups. Join the LLA team today and let us help YOU

Shine Your Brightest!

About Our School Services

With over 30 years of school therapy experience, LLA Therapy’s motto is: Helping Kids Shine Their Brightest! In order to accomplish our goal we pride ourselves on effective and streamlined communication, ongoing mentoring and support, collaboration between school personnel (intervention specialists, general education teachers, other therapy disciplines, psychologists, administration) and providing our professionals with the materials and tools they need to succeed (access to online assessments, shared therapy resources, templates, goal banks, and membership to online therapy tools).

Essential Accountabilities For The Speech-Language Pathologist

• Provide ongoing treatment to assigned caseload
• Document, monitor, analyze, and report students’ progress and effects of treatment regularly in conjunction with school deadlines and procedures.
• Conduct educationally relevant evaluations and report findings within Evaluation Team Reports (ETRs)
• Write educationally relevant therapy goals and relevant student information background information within Individualized Educational Programs (IEPs)
• Attend and report evaluations findings and therapy recommendations in family friendly language during IEP and ETR meetings.
• Contribute to building a positive, supportive, and learning culture through collaboration and ongoing communication between school personnel and families.
• Maintenance and documentation of ongoing therapy minutes and report due-dates.
• Complete necessary Medicaid billing in conjunction with school deadlines and procedures.

Requirements

• Master’s degree from an accredited college or university in Speech Language Pathology.
• Current licensure to practice Speech Language Therapy within the state of Ohio
• Valid Driver’s license.
• Must be proficient in English; reading, comprehending and understanding the English language.
• Pass an FBI and BCI background check (can be completed upon hire)
• Current Ohio Department of Education Certification (can be completed upon hire)
• Professional Liability Insurance, recommended by governing body.
• Positive and goal oriented, willing to accept the challenge of new assignments and be able to work well with others.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment, with emphasis on teamwork, customer service, and safe working practices.
• Must be able to handle stressful situations.
• Compatible with company culture and core values.

Benefits For The Speech-Language Pathologist

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Life Insurance
• Short and Long Term Disability Insurance
• 401(K) with a Competitive Safe Harbor Match
• Career Development Stipend
• PTO
• 7 Paid Holidays
• Free Employee Assistance Program Services
• Ongoing focus on team building and positive employee experience