Speech Therapist (School Position)

Apploi; New York (NY); On-site; USD 68,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Apploi in New York seeks a licensed Speech-Language Pathologist to provide speech and language assessments and therapy to students under IEP/IFSP guidelines. You will collaborate with families and school teams to support communication development and program goals.

Responsibilities include evaluating development, planning interventions, documenting progress, and staying current with AAC techniques, while supervising CFYs and reporting to stakeholders.

Qualifications

• Master's degree required and NY licensure in SLP.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Knowledge of AAC and augmentative communication approaches.

Responsibilities

• Provide speech and language assessment and therapy to students.
• Develop treatment plans aligned with IFSP/IEP goals.
• Document results and communicate progress to families and teams.
• Supervise CFYs and provide guidance as assigned.
• Maintain confidentiality and follow regulatory requirements.
• Participate in team meetings and initial evaluations.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Confidentiality

Independent work

Time management

Written communication

Assistive Technology knowledge

Computers / tech use

Education

Master's Degree in Speech and Language Pathology

Experience in Speech Therapy

Job description

Weekly pay!

SUMMARY

Under general direction, is responsible for providing speech and language assessment and therapy of students pursuant to the Individualized Family Service Plan, Individual Education Plan or Interim Individual Education Plan. Participates in consultative process with parents and team members.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Provides speech and language assessment and evaluation to determine student's developmental level and needs
• Analyzes test results and prepares written summary to Early Intervention, CPSE, CSE and other regulatory, referring or oversight organization.
• Plans and conducts speech and language interventions in accordance with established goals.
• Implements testing procedures to evaluate and monitor student progress as required by appropriate regulatory agency.
• Provides written report of results to EVCPSE/CSE.
• Assesses oral motor development and ability to intake food orally.
• Develops a treatment plan appropriate to identified disabilities.
• Keeps abreast of latest alternative communication techniques.
• Implements appropriate utilization of AAC devices.
• Maintains daily and monthly attendance records and progress notes.
• Provides therapy progress reports to parents/guardians and appropriate team members.
• Meets and communicates with parents/guardians regularly in writing or verbally.
• Participates in team meetings and case conferences as required.
• Ensures individuals receive services appropriate to their needs and consistent with educational goals and regulatory requirements.
• Participates in Initial Evaluation and Intake processes.
• Completes all required documentation in a timely and accurate manner.
• Provides supervision to students and CFY's as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Ability to read, write, speak and understand English
• Good interpersonal skills are required in order to interact effectively with employees, coworkers, consumers, their families, other programs, outside contacts, etc.
• Must maintain strictest confidentiality.
• Ability to work independently and handle multiple tasks.
• Good organizational and time management skills
• Good oral and written communications skills
• Knowledge of Assistive Technology, Augmentative Communication, Picture Exchange Communication and manual language preferred.
• Ability to use personal computers, electronic devices, etc.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

Master's Degree in Speech and Language Pathology.

One year of prior Speech Therapy experience preferred

LICENSE / CERTIFICATION:

• Current NY State license in Speech and Language Pathology
• ASHA Certificate of Clinical Competency required
• NYSED Certification as a TSHH or TSSLD is required