Speech Pathologist or Clinical Fellow

About the role

The Arc Jefferson St Lawrence is seeking a Speech Language Pathologist to provide clinical services to children and adults supported at The Arc Jefferson St Lawrence. The position offers a wage range of $33.11-$44.70 per hour, based on education and experience.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for the overall operation of his/her program area; i.e. speech/language sessions.
• Participate as a member of the Interdisciplinary Treatment Team in the development and on-going evaluation of the IEP for each child in accordance with regulatory requirements.
• Evaluate service recipients in the respect to communication abilities.
• Develop, implement and maintain service plans.
• Provide direct speech services to children in the Early Intervention Program, Preschool students and adults in program.
• Conduct, participate in, and attend in-services as requested and/or approved by supervisor and/or program directors.
• Attend and participate in meetings as requested by the Supervisor and/or program directors to act as a professional resource and advocate for the individuals served.
• Provide speech evaluations and subsequent services to all appropriately designated individuals in the Early Intervention and Preschool programs. Provide speech and swallowing evaluations and subsequent services to all appropriately designated individuals in the Adult Programs.
• Consult with other professional and direct support professionals regarding specific or general programs and assist them in establishing programs.
• Consult with family and other agencies as indicated to ensure continuity of programs as needed.
• Make recommendations as to ordering/purchasing of materials and equipment.
• Complete incident reports as indicated.
• Complete documentation in compliance with Medicaid standards for reimbursement and standards for recertification by regulatory agencies.
• Complete an initial and annual discipline specific assessment in the area of speech and language for each assigned student.
• Participate in Individual Family Service Plan (IFSP) meetings, Committee on Preschool Special Education (CPSE) and Individual Service Plan (ISP) meetings as requested.
• Ensure the proper storage and use of assistive technology and supplies.
• Maintain accurate documentation of services consistent with Medicaid billing procedures or other contractual commitments.
• Collect data for each session to be used in monthly progress notes for each individual to quantify progress and to provide justification for continued services.
• Adhere to policy and procedure on school and adult physical plant standards.
• Complete documentation of minor injuries and incident reports, as necessary.
• Remain cognizant of the individual’s current medical status. Consult with medical staff regarding any change in an individual’s health and/or behavior.
• Request of the Clinical Coordinator for the purchase of necessary program supplies.
• Attend all staff meetings as requested.
• Will immediately report any suspected incidents of child or adult abuse or maltreatment directly to the Statewide Central Register of Child Abuse and Maltreatment and the NYS Justice Center through OPWDD.
• Attend and satisfactorily complete all required in-services.

Qualifications

• Licensed by New York State Education Department as a Speech Pathologist.
• Provisional certification as NYS Teacher of the Speech and Hearing Handicapped or NYS Teacher of Students with Speech and Language Disabilities (TSSLD).
• Specialized training or one year experience in treatment of people with developmental disabilities preferred.
• Certificate of Clinical Competency by American Speech-Language Hearing Association (ASHA).

Requirements

• Maintain certifications: NYS and ASHA.
• Complete 30 continuing competency hours in each three-year registration period.
• Complete 20 hours of professional development in a professional area during each three-year certification maintenance interval.
• Maintain affiliation by paying annual dues or the annual certification fee.
• Authorized to work in the United States.

Benefits

This position offers a competitive salary and benefits package, including:

• Wage range of $33.11-$44.70 per hour, based on education and experience.
• Travel opportunities.
• Professional development opportunities.
• Comprehensive benefits package.

Pay

$33.11 - $44.70 per hour, based on education and experience.

Schedule

Monday-Friday, minimum 40 hours per week; flexible to the needs of the program.