Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) West Hempstead - $3,500 Sign On Bonus

Gersh Autism Academy; West Hempstead (NY); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health care plan

Retirement plan (401k)

Life insurance (Basic, AD&D)

Family leave (Maternity, Paternity)

Disability insurance

Training & Development

Job summary

Gersh Academy in West Hempstead, NY seeks a Speech and Language Pathologist to provide therapy for students aged 5–21. The role involves collaboration with multidisciplinary teams, conducting evaluations, and adapting intervention plans based on outcomes.

The candidate will work onsite, Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM–3:30 PM, with occasional meetings until 4:00 PM; CPI procedures may be employed for safety.

Qualifications

• Master’s Degree in Speech-Language Pathology is required.
• Must have NY State licensure to practice.
• TSSLD certification is preferred but not mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Provide speech-language pathology evaluations and therapy for language, articulation, and related disorders.
• Collaborate with families and multidisciplinary teams to implement IFSP/IEP goals.
• Prepare evaluations and progress reports; maintain documentation per state/local requirements.
• Apply CPI procedures as needed to ensure safety and positive student outcomes.

Skills

Speech-language pathology

Team collaboration

Documentation

CPI procedures

Education

Master’s Degree in Speech and Language Pathology

New York State License

TSSLD certification preferred

Job description

***$3,500 Sign On Bonus

Gersh Academy is seeking a smart and energetic Speech and Language Pathologist to provide speech therapy support to children ages 5-21. The Speech Pathologist will regularly collaborate with other disciplines and services at departmental and system levels. Speech Pathologist is expected to independently review outcomes and modify intervention programs. Clinical reasoning and professional judgment are essential, and the ideal candidate will have experience with screening, evaluation, educational program and transition planning, and therapeutic intervention for students with disabilities.

Speech Language Pathologist Duties and Responsibilities

• Speech and Language pathologists will promote optimal function and engagement in meaningful activities.
• They will provide support to families, and collaborate with other disciplines, as needed in order to address goals and objectives as indicated in each student’s IFSP or IEP.
• Provide speech and language therapy/evaluations for language, auditory processing disorder, articulation, and voice fluency
• Work with children who have autism
• Utilize behavior management techniques
• Write evaluations and progress reports
• Consult and collaborate with parents, schoolteachers, and fellow colleagues
• In compliance with state and local requirements, each therapist will be responsible for maintaining appropriate documentation regarding student services and subsequent needs

*Please note all the above are the responsibilities of the role, however the role is not limited to only the above*

Speech Language Pathologist Qualifications

• Master’s Degree in Speech and Language Pathology or Communicative Disorders
• Must have current NY license
• TSSLD certification preferred
• PROMPT Experience preferred

Speech Language Pathologist Working Conditions

• Location: Onsite at our school in West Hempstead (may be required to travel to other locations)
• Monday – Friday / 8:00AM-3:30PM (and once a week until 4PM for a team meeting)
• School/Classroom Setting

Speech Language Pathologist Physical requirements

• Must be able to keep students safe from themselves and others and in some cases may need to implement CPI procedures
• Must be able to remove oneself from potentially harmful situations and in some cases be able to lift a child

Physical Requirements

• Must be able to keep students safe from themselves and others and, in some cases, may need to implement CPI (therapeutic holds) procedures.
• Must be able to remove oneself from potentially harmful situations and, in some cases, be able to lift a child.
• Ability to stand, walk, bend, kneel, and move throughout the workday
• Ability to lift (at least 50-65 pounds), assist, and/or physically support students, which may include lifting or guiding students of varying sizes
• Ability to physically intervene when required to ensure safety (per CPI training)
• Ability to remove oneself and/or others from unsafe situations quickly
• Ability to maintain attention and focus in a dynamic, high-stimulation environment
• Ability to multi-task and shift priorities quickly
• Ability to exercise sound judgment and decision-making, particularly in high-pressure or safety-sensitive situations
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team and maintain professional relationships
• Ability to perform duties under stress, including during behavioral escalations

Benefits for Full Time Employees

Gersh Autism offers a competitive compensation package, including comprehensive health and retirement benefits, professional development opportunities, and a supportive work environment committed to your personal and professional growth.

• Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
• Retirement Plan (401k matching)
• Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D)
• Family Leave (Maternity, Paternity)
• Short-Term & Long-Term Disability
• Training & Development