Speech Language Pathologist - School Based

Requirements

• State required license - Speech Language Pathologist (SLP)
• Master's Degree
• Experience working in Acute Care or Rehabilitation Setting is preferred
• Experience working with children with autism is preferred

Qualifications

Are you looking for an opportunity to advance your career while working with an extraordinary team? At Merakey, we put heart and soul into everything we do. We are seeking a Speech Language Pathologist to join our School team in our Hampden Township location.

Position Details

We are looking for a licensed professional who provides therapeutic techniques for the rehabilitation of clients/students with speech, language, hearing, oral motor, swallowing and cognitive disorders. Plans coordinated care to clients/students in grades K-12+. Plans, implements and evaluates client/student IEP plans to restore or maintain client/student well-being. Collaborates with interdisciplinary team.

Job Description

• Performs clinical assessments; identifies clients needs.
• Documents, prepare/revises and completes an individualized education plan (IEP), progress notes, and other clinical record documentation on an ongoing basis.
• Analyzes client needs and administers appropriate care as outlined in the IEP.
• Maintains pertinent records of specific tests performed and progress made.
• Educates client/family concerning patient deficits, ways to facilitate communication and appropriate IEP plans through family members.
• Collaborates with interdisciplinary team.

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, plus access to healthcare advocacy support.
• Retail retirement plan -- both pre-tax and Roth (after-tax) options available for employee contributions.
• DailyPay -- access your pay when you need it!
• On the Goga well-being platform, featuring self-care tools and resources.
• Access Care.com for backup childcare, elder care, and household services.
• Tuition reimbursement and educational partnerships.
• Employee discounts and savings programs on entertainment, travel, and lifestyle.
• Access to Pryor Online Learning for free online personal development classes.

About Merakey

Merakey is a non-profit provider of developmental, behavioral health, and education services. More than 8,000 employees provide support to nearly 40,000 individuals and families throughout 12 states across the country each year. Click here to watch a video about Merakey.

Merakey

Merakey strictly follows a zero-tolerance policy for abuse. Merakey is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer! We deeply value diversity and do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, ethnic background, sex, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, genetic information, or disability status. Moreover, we are committed to creating teams that reflect the diversity of the communities we serve and encourage applicants from underrepresented backgrounds to apply. Merakey welcomes all Veterans to apply!