About this opportunity
OLV Human Services lists this Speech Language Pathologist - Evaluation & Treatment Center - Per Diem opportunity in city of lackawanna, New York. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Responsible to: Clinical Services Supervisor
Job Summary
Provide speech/language therapy services to individuals with Autism, Intellectual Disability and/or mental illness as outlined in their Treatment Plan. Services are to be provided in accordance with New York State practice act guidelines for Speech/Language Therapy Services, the American Speech, Language and Hearing Association as well as in accordance with all company, state and federal standards and regulations; as well as within all regulations and requirements set forth by the organizations with which the company collaborates.
Essential Job Duties
Reviews all available documentation related to the individual prior to beginning treatment; including the IEP, script and prior evaluations if available
Develops an appropriate treatment plan for each individual
Performs treatments according to accepted professional standards and practices
Conducts ongoing assessment of individual during each visit, and modifies goals/outcomes/treatment plan accordingly
Creates daily visual schedules, activity schedules as needed
Trains and supports other personnel in appropriate strategies to build expressive/receptive language skills
Implements Alternative and Augmentative Communication systems, as appropriate, for non-verbal or limited verbal youth
Performs appropriate parent/caregiver education and develops home programs as necessary
Works as part of a multidisciplinary team, utilizing communication with all team members to enhance the treatment program of the individual
Maintains an accurate schedule, meets program productivity standards
Submits all required documentation of visits according to established procedure
Performs evaluations timely and as assigned and when necessary
Communicates with families on a regular basis
Keeps abreast of legal responsibilities, professional ethics, standards of practice and agency rules, policies and regulations.
Provides for own professional growth by attending continuing education and in-services; tracking this to assure compliance with state licensing requirements
Discontinues therapy when child no longer meets eligibility requirements
Maintains client confidentiality with HIPPA/FERPA and agency guidelines
Performs other duties and assumes other responsibilities as assigned by their direct supervisor
Skills
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Strong organizational skills
Strong time management skills
Interpersonal skills
Use of Alternative and Augmentative Communication devices (PECS, LAMP, sign language, communication boards, etc.)
Natural ability to connect with children and parents
Minimum Education Required
Master’s Degree in Speech/Language Pathology/Communication Disorders
Minimum Experience Required
1-2 years’ experience with individuals with developmental disabilities
License/Registration/ Certifications Required
NYS Driver’s License
Teacher of Speech and Hearing Handicapped Certification in NYS
Certificate of Clinical Competence in Speech Pathology (CCC-SLP)
Training Requirements
New Hire Orientation
Minimum of 30 hours of Continuing education per licensing period (3 years) as per NYS Office of Profession guidelines
Physical Requirements
The constant physical demand of the position is sitting, standing, walking, talking, hearing, vision to be performed with or without reasonable accommodation. Employees need to be able to get on the floor and play.
The frequent physical demands of the position are, repetitive motions, and eye/hand/foot coordination to be performed with or without reasonable accommodation.
The occasional physical demands of the position are lifting, carrying, climbing, pushing, pulling, balancing, stooping, crouching, reaching, handling, grasping, and feeling to be performed with or without reasonable accommodation.
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