Speech Therapist- Part time

KSCSW; Louisville, Northern (KY, KY); Hybrid; USD 15,000 - 24,000; Part time

Job summary

KSCSW in Louisville, KY is seeking a part-time Speech Therapist to provide speech therapy services to adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities. The role includes annual assessments, treatment planning, and staff training.

Hours are 4:30pm–7:30pm, Monday–Thursday (not to exceed 50 hours per month). The position requires KY Board and ASHA licensure and completion of discipline specific documentation in a compliant facility. Travel to group homes may be required.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Speech Therapy program.
• Licensed by the Kentucky Board of Speech Therapist (Speech-Language Pathology).
• Licensed by ASHA (American Speech-Language-Hearing Association).

Responsibilities

• Assess individuals annually to determine speech therapy needs.
• Conduct speech therapy assessments and document results.
• Develop, monitor and train on communication and related plans.
• Provide direct speech therapy services to clients.
• Train staff and participate in meetings.
• Complete inpatient and outpatient billing and ensure regulatory compliance.

Skills

Speech therapy

Education

KY Board of Speech-Language Pathology licensure

ASHA licensure

Graduate of accredited Speech Therapy program

Job description

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Speech Therapist- Part time

Regular Part Time Louisville, KY, US

If you are a mission-driven, compassionate professional with a passion for helping adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities achieve their best life, we have a place on our team for you!

Location

Hazelwood ICF, 1800 Old Bluegrass AVE, Louisville, KY 40215-1168

Job Description

The Therapy Services Department provides physical, occupational, and speech therapy services to all residents at The Hazelwood Center. The Therapy Services Department also works closely with the Nutritional Department in the development of programs. Staff in the department complete discipline specific assessments, perform treatments, develop mealtime, physical, and sensory support plans, train staff and monitor programs. All services are provided at the highest standard of professional practice, complying with standards by both federal and state regulations and facility policies.

Required Education and Experience

• Graduate of an accredited Speech Therapy program.
• Must be licensed by the Kentucky Board of Speech Therapist
• Must be licensed by ASHA

Preferred Education and Experience

• Preferred experience working with individuals with intellectual disabilities.

Position Type/Expected Hours of Work

This is a Part-time position, days and hours of work are typically 4:30pm-7:30pm Monday thru Thursday (not to exceed 50 hours per month).

Essential Functions

• Assess all individuals on an annual basis to determine need for speech therapy.
• Conduct speech therapy assessments and analysis, complete all required documentation.
• Develop, monitor and train on learning based objectives.
• Participate in all assigned meetings.
• Complete cross-training with community providers.
• Develop, train and monitor all applicable communication, sensory, physical, and dining Plans.
• Provide staff training as assigned.
• Provide direct speech therapy services with individuals identified as needing those services.
• Shall provide services to meet the treatment needs of the specialty intermediate care (IC) clinic patients for services in field of care. Shall meet requirements of 902 KAR 20:410 Specialty Intermediate Care Clinics as warranted.
• Other duties as assigned by Therapy Director or Assistant Therapy Director
• Comply with all state speech therapy licensing requirements and regulations.
• Complete all required inpatient and outpatient billing.
• Learn and follow all policies and procedures.

Supervisory Responsibility

Supervises therapy support staff routinely.

Travel

This position may require travel to the Group Homes locations as well as community programs outside of Hazelwood Center when an individual is transitioning (i.e. SCL, day program, FHP, etc…). Travel is less than 5% of the expected total job duty.

While we welcome all to apply, there are some position specific background stipulations that must be met to comply with various regulatory and contractual requirements.

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