Speech Language Pathologist

Position Summary

The Speech-Language Pathologist is responsible for the evaluation and treatment of communication disorders: this includes assessment and treatment of language, articulation, voice, pragmatic language, fluency and executive functioning. Based on interest and experience, this may also include evaluation and treatment of feeding and swallowing disorders.

Essential Functions

• Create client specific goals focused on effective communication, utilizing verbal and non-verbal communication skills
• Prepare and complete detailed documentation and records of evaluations and treatments
• Support and guide clients' families enabling them to foster the behaviors and practices implemented in treatment
• May assess, diagnose, treat feeding and swallowing disorders in children
• Serve as a CF Supervisor once every two years
• Maintain a targeted caseload of 25 therapy hours a week

Qualifications

• Master’s Degree in Speech Language Pathology from an accredited program
• Pass the Praxis Examination in Speech-Language Pathology
• Completion of your Clinical Fellowship Year
• SLP licensure or license eligible, in the state of Illinois

Knowledge, Skills And Abilities

• Passion for working with neurodiverse pediatric population
• Competence with a variety of computer applications
• Competence with Central Reach

Personal Attributes

• Interpersonal skills with strong verbal and written communication skills
• Collaborative spirit and willingness to work as a team
• Creative mindset for making therapy fun
• Process oriented with strong attention to detail
• Accountability
• Problem Solving
• Initiative

Work Environment & Physical Demands

• Ability to receive training in, and implement, de-escalation skills for clients
• Ability to lift or carry 30 lbs. unassisted
• Ability to work in a variety of active positions, including on the floor during played-based therapy

Travel Requirements

Some travel within assigned region for training, meetings and supporting client coverage needs.