Speech and Language Pathologist: Specialized Transition Program/Neurorehabilitation Day Hospital

Help children and young adults regain the skills they need to return to school, home and community life. Join the Specialized Transition Program/Neurorehabilitation Program at Kennedy Krieger Institute, a comprehensive neurorehabilitation day hospital providing intensive, coordinated rehabilitation services for children and young adults with neurological, orthopedic and other complex rehabilitation needs. As a Speech-Language Pathologist I, you’ll be part of an interdisciplinary team providing individualized, evidence-based care focused on communication, cognition, learning and functional independence. Why the Specialized Transition Program? STP provides an opportunity for SLPs to practice in a highly collaborative rehabilitation environment where therapy is integrated into each patient’s overall plan of care. The program serves patients ages 2-23 with diagnoses and rehabilitation needs that may include Traumatic brain injuryAcquired brain injury and other central nervous system injuriesStrokeSpinal cord dysfunctionCerebral palsyDevelopmental disabilitiesPersistent pain and other health symptomsRehabilitation following orthopedic procedures Patients receive individualized rehabilitation plans, with therapy addressing communication, cognition, physical function, medical needs, equipment needs and activities of daily living. What You’ll Do As an SLP I, you will Provide comprehensive speech-language pathology evaluations and evidence-based intervention.Assess and treat areas including speech, language, literacy, cognition/learning, oral motor skills, and feeding/swallowing.Develop individualized treatment plans that incorporate the needs, interests and goals of each patient and family.Collaborate closely with families and an interdisciplinary rehabilitation team.Participate in team conferences, care coordination and professional development activities.Maintain timely and accurate clinical documentation and case management.Help patients build functional communication and cognitive skills that support successful participation in their everyday environments.Participate in interdisciplinary and department-based training and professional development. Work With an Interdisciplinary Team At STP, SLPs work alongside professionals including Physical TherapistsOccupational TherapistsPediatric rehabilitation medical providersNeuropsychologistsNursesSpecial EducatorsPsychologistsSocial WorkersPsychiatrists Additional consultation may include neurology, orthopedics, assistive technology, adaptive equipment, behavioral psychology and nutrition. Qualifications Required Master’s degree in Communication Sciences, Communication Disorders, Speech-Language Pathology, or related qualifying field.Completion of the Speech-Language Pathology Clinical Fellowship Year.Current full licensure as a Speech-Language Pathologist through the Maryland Board of Audiologists, Hearing Aid Dispensers & Speech-Language Pathologists.Current Certificate of Clinical Competence in Speech-Language Pathology (CCC-SLP) through ASHA.CPR certification within three months of training/date of hire. Kennedy Krieger's internal SLP career pathway describes the SLP I as an early-career professional who has successfully completed the Clinical Fellowship, obtained the ASHA CCC, and is continuing to deepen their experience and proficiency within the profession and their specific program area. Preferred Additional training, coursework or experience with complex pediatricSpeech and language disordersCognitive-communication disordersOral motor disordersFeeding and swallowing disorders What Will Help You Thrive We’re looking for an SLP who brings A collaborative, team-oriented approachStrong clinical reasoning and problem-solving skillsInterest in pediatric neurorehabilitationExcellent communication and organizational skillsAttention to detailCommitment to evidence-based practice and continued professional growthAbility to partner effectively with patients, families and professionals from multiple disciplines Make an Impact at Kennedy Krieger The Specialized Transition Program's goal is to help patients improve quality of life, independent functioning and participation in daily activities, with an emphasis on successful transition back to school, home and community life. USD $78,000.00/Yr. USD $106,245.00/Yr.