A nonprofit organization in New York City is looking to add a new, licensed Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) to join one of their schools throughout the 5 boroughs. In this role, the Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) will be responsible for providing speech and language services to individuals pursuant to the Individualized Family, Service or Education Plan (IFSP, IEP, ISP). Responsibilities: The Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) will:
- Conduct various tests to evaluate speech and language status of consumer
- Plan and conduct speech language interventions, therapies and treatments
- Implement testing procedures to evaluate and monitor participant progress following stated treatment period as required by appropriate regulatory agency
- Assess oral motor development and ability to intake food orally and develop a treatment plan appropriate to identified disabilities, subject to professional licensure requirements established by respective funding source
- Keep current in latest alternative communication techniques and implement appropriate techniques subject to agreement of necessary parties
- Maintain daily and monthly attendance records and progress notes
- Provide therapy progress reports to parents/guardians or appropriate treatment team members
- Ensure individuals receive services appropriate to their needs and consistent with regulatory requirements
- Ensure parents, guardians and other individuals with responsibility for individual's care and treatment are kept informed and up to date about individual's progress
- Complete all required documentation in a timely and accurate manner
- Provide supervision to students and CFY's as needed
- Perform other duties, as needed
Qualifications:
- Master's Degree in Speech Therapy
- NYS Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) license
- Computer savvy
- Solid assessment and documentation skills
- Great interpersonal skills
- Excellent communication skills (written and verbal)
- Strong attention to detail
- Highly organized
Desired Skills:
- 1+ year of Speech Therapy experience
- Knowledge of Picture Exchange Communication and manual sign language