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Job description
company
For over 30 years, Gersh Autism has empowered students on the autism spectrum to reach their full potential. Serving individuals aged 5-21 across the U.S. and Puerto Rico, our network of K-12 schools provides personalized education tailored to each student’s unique learning style. We offer comprehensive therapeutic services—speech, physical, occupational therapy, and more—along with vocational training for older students. Our dedicated team collaborates with families to ensure academic, social, and emotional growth, preparing students for success beyond the classroom.
At Gersh Autism, we are committed to helping individuals on the autism spectrum lead fulfilling, independent lives.
role
Gersh Academy is seeking a smart and energetic Speech and Language Pathologist to provide speech therapy support to children ages 5-21. The Speech Pathologist will regularly collaborate with other disciplines and services at departmental and system levels. Speech Pathologist is expected to independently review outcomes and modify intervention programs. Clinical reasoning and professional judgment are essential, and the ideal candidate will have experience with screening, evaluation, educational program and transition planning, and therapeutic intervention for students with disabilities.
Speech Language Pathologist Duties and Responsibilities
Speech and Language pathologists will promote optimal function and engagement in meaningful activities.
They will provide support to families, and collaborate with other disciplines, as needed in order to address goals and objectives as indicated in each student's IFSP or IEP.
Provide speech and language therapy/evaluations for language, auditory processing disorder, articulation, and voice fluency
Work with children who have autism
Utilize behavior management techniques
Write evaluations and progress reports
Consult and collaborate with parents, schoolteachers, and fellow colleagues
In compliance with state and local requirements, each therapist will be responsible for maintaining appropriate documentation regarding student services and subsequent needs
*Please note all the above are the responsibilities of the role, however the role is not limited to only the above*
Speech Language Pathologist Qualifications
Master's Degree in Speech and Language Pathology or Communicative Disorders
Must have current NY license
TSSLD certification preferred
PROMPT Experience preferred
Speech Language Pathologist Working Conditions
Location: Onsite at our school in Bronx (may be required to travel to other locations)
Monday – Friday / 8:00AM-3:30PM (and once a week until 4PM for a team meeting)
School/Classroom Setting
Speech Language Pathologist Physical requirements
Must be able to keep students safe from themselves and others and, in some cases, may need to implement CPI (therapeutic holds) procedures.
Must be able to remove oneself from potentially harmful situations and, in some cases, be able to lift a child.
Ability to stand, walk, bend, kneel, and move throughout the workday
Ability to lift (at least 50-65 pounds), assist, and/or physically support students, which may include lifting or guiding students of varying sizes
Ability to physically intervene when required to ensure safety (per CPI training)
Ability to remove oneself and/or others from unsafe situations quickly
Ability to maintain attention and focus in a dynamic, high-stimulation environment
Ability to multi-task and shift priorities quickly
Ability to exercise sound judgment and decision-making, particularly in high-pressure or safety-sensitive situations
Ability to work effectively as part of a team and maintain professional relationships
Ability to perform duties under stress, including during behavioral escalations
Physical Requirements
Must be able to keep students safe from themselves and others and, in some cases, may need to implement CPI (therapeutic holds) procedures.
Must be able to remove oneself from potentially harmful situations and, in some cases, be able to lift a child.
Ability to stand, walk, bend, kneel, and move throughout the workday
Ability to lift (at least 50-65 pounds), assist, and/or physically support students, which may include lifting or guiding students of varying sizes
Ability to physically intervene when required to ensure safety (per CPI training)
Ability to remove oneself and/or others from unsafe situations quickly
Ability to maintain attention and focus in a dynamic, high-stimulation environment
Ability to multi-task and shift priorities quickly
Ability to exercise sound judgment and decision-making, particularly in high-pressure or safety-sensitive situations
Ability to work effectively as part of a team and maintain professional relationships
Ability to perform duties under stress, including during behavioral escalations
Benefits for Full Time Employees
Gersh Autism offers a competitive compensation package, including comprehensive health and retirement benefits, professional development opportunities, and a supportive work environment committed to your personal and professional growth.
Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
Retirement Plan (401k matching)
Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D)
Family Leave (Maternity, Paternity)
Short-Term & Long-Term Disability
Training & Development
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Worksite address
new york, NY, 10261, US
Who can apply
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