Speech Language Pathologist
YAI
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Key/Essential Functions & Responsibilities
+ Provides intensive speech and language, feeding and/or Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC) services and therapy to assigned caseload consistent with students’ documented therapy goals, including those defined in areas of instructional and therapeutic focus and/or Individualized Education Program (IEP).
+ Develops and implements safe and appropriate therapeutic interventions; assists in development of feeding and meal-time plans, as needed.
+ Assesses and develops therapeutic plans that address the communication, AAC, oral motor and feeding needs of students based on their individual strengths and challenges.
+ Evaluates, documents and monitors treatment and progress in session notes, progress reports and evaluations in a timely manner.
+ Completes evaluations and assessments of students, establishing and updating therapeutic goals and/or Individualized Education Plans (IEPs) as needed.
+ Communicates and collaborates with parents regularly and with medical professionals as needed, specifically as they impact the student’s educational plan, therapeutic goals and/or feeding or intervention plans.
+ Collaborates with administrators, teachers and other related service providers within the school setting to ensure that a comprehensive educational plan is in place to meet each students’ individual needs.
+ May provide coverage as a substitute teacher for school-related activities and/or lessons, as needed.
+ May monitor and screen hearing status and make referrals, as needed.
+ May assist with documenting medical necessity for AAC devices and work with providers or parents to facilitate authorizations, as needed.
+ Performs all other duties, as assigned.
Minimum Qualification Requirements including education, experience, licensure/certification, etc. and essential physical capabilities (e.g. lifting, assisting lifting, standing, etc.)
+ Valid license and current registration as a Speech Language Pathologist issued by the New York State Department of Education (NYSED); and
+ Current certification and registration as a Teacher of the Speech and Hearing Handicapped (TSHH) or Teacher of Students with Speech and Language Disabilities (TSSLD), issued by the New York State Education Department; and
+ Strong interpersonal skills
+ Strong writing and organizations skills
+ Proficient in Microsoft Office Programs, specifically Word and PowerPoint
Preferred Qualification Requirements (desired requirements beyond MQRs above)
+ Certificate of Clinical Competence in Speech-Language Pathology issued by American Speech-Language-Hearing Associate (ASHA)
+ Experience and knowledge of any of the following:
+ AAC/AT and communication applications
+ Oral motor structures and function
+ Swallowing and feeding issues
+ working with individuals with complex physical and communication delays
+ Speech motor disorders
+ Training or certification in PROMPT
+ Experience with intellectual and developmental delays, including writing therapeutic and/or IEP goals and performing SLP assessments with students with significant disabilities
Compensation Range is $68,000 - $83,500 annually
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or status as a Vietnam or disabled veteran. YAI is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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