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Job description
Speech Language Pathologist (SLP)
Location: Long Island City, NY 11101 Schedule: Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM–3:30 PM; one day per week until 4:00 PM for a team meeting Setting: School/Classroom – Onsite
Position Overview
We are seeking a dedicated Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) to work with students in a school-based setting in Long Island City, NY. The SLP will provide speech and language therapy and evaluations while collaborating with families, teachers, and other professionals to support each student's individual goals.
This position is ideal for an SLP who enjoys working with children and contributing to a collaborative, multidisciplinary school environment.
Responsibilities
Provide speech and language therapy and evaluations for students
Address areas including language, auditory processing, articulation, voice, and fluency
Work with children with autism and a variety of communication needs
Support students in achieving goals and objectives outlined in their IFSP or IEP
Utilize appropriate behavior management techniques
Complete evaluations, progress reports, and required documentation
Maintain accurate documentation of student services and ongoing needs in accordance with state and local requirements
Consult and collaborate with parents, teachers, and other professionals
Participate as part of a multidisciplinary team to promote optimal student functioning and engagement
Attend weekly team meetings
Perform additional responsibilities as needed to support students and the school program
Qualifications
Master's Degree in Speech-Language Pathology, Communicative Disorders, or a related field
Current New York State Speech-Language Pathologist license required
TSSLD certification preferred
PROMPT experience preferred
Experience working with children with autism preferred
Ability to work effectively with students, families, educators, and multidisciplinary teams
Physical & Workplace Requirements
This is an active school-based position that may require physical assistance and intervention to maintain student safety.
Ability to stand, walk, bend, kneel, and move throughout the workday
Ability to lift at least 50–65 pounds and assist or physically support students of varying sizes when necessary
Ability to implement CPI procedures, including therapeutic holds, when trained and required for safety
Ability to remove oneself and/or others from potentially unsafe situations
Ability to maintain focus in a dynamic, high-stimulation environment
Ability to multitask and adjust priorities quickly
Ability to exercise sound judgment in high-pressure or safety-sensitive situations
Ability to work effectively as part of a team and maintain professional working relationships
Ability to perform job duties during behavioral escalations or other stressful situations
Work Location: Onsite in Long Island City, NY. Some travel to other locations may be required.
If you are a licensed Speech Language Pathologist looking for an opportunity to make a meaningful impact in a school-based environment, we encourage you to apply with your updated resume.
Apply today to learn more about this opportunity.
Benefits: We offer eligible employees competitive pay and access to a range of benefits and support programs based on assignment type, schedule, length of employment, and eligibility requirements, including medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage, short-term disability, 401(k), employee assistance, childcare assistance, discounts, paid holidays, and longevity bonuses. Depending on the benefit, cost may be paid by the Company, the employee, or shared between both.
EOE: We are an equal opportunity employer and comply with all applicable federal, state, and local fair employment practices laws. We strictly prohibit and do not tolerate discrimination against employees, applicants, or any other covered persons because of race, color, religion, creed, national origin or ancestry, ethnicity, sex, sexual orientation, gender (including gender identity and expression), marital or familial status, age, physical or mental disability, perceived disability, citizenship status, service in the uniformed services, genetic information, height, weight, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law. Applications from members of minority groups and women are encouraged.
Worksite address
astoria, NY, 11106, US
Who can apply
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