Speech Language Pathologist

Who We SeekThis position will work with students at the Doctor Franklin Perkins School located in Lancaster MA. Our schoolbased educational program provides a 12month academic program for students in Grades K12 and is dedicated to exceptional academic social emotional and behavioral supports and related services. ResponsibilitiesResponsible for the provision of Speech and Language assessments and direct services of assigned students. Complete screening of new students and evaluations as indicated by a students IEP. Provide supervision and consultation to classroom teachers in order to coordinate individual and group language programs.Conducts speech and language screening on all new students.Complete full speech and language evaluations as indicated by a students IEP or upon specific referral following an initial screening.Provides individual speech and language therapy services to students on caseload assigned by the IEP Coordinator.Reviews the permanent record of students receiving services to include a review of admission material longtreatment goals current IEP current evaluations and treatment plan. Shall incorporate such information into the formulation of treatment services provided to the student.Provides consultation to classroom teachers to coordinate individual and group language programs within the classroom.Maintains student performance records including but not limited to student portfolios student tests report card grades and behavior incident reports.Trained in and understands the agencys treatment program and behavior management system and ensures that the standards of these programs are accurately carried out in the classroom. Can effectively manage students verbally and physically in times of crisis.Communicate with other staff programs families and outside agencies professionally and positively. Demonstrates leadership and maturity to promote a positive image to subordinates students parents and the community.On a regular basis and at least annually shall review testing and speechlanguage curriculum t to replace any outdated or used instructional materials. Shall maintain all required certifications approvals and licensures as required by the Department of Education.Shall attend a minimum of 24 hours a year of training consisting of fulltime professional staff training requirements.As assigned will provide supervision to graduate students from local colleges performing a speech/language practicum according to licensure limitations.Maintains the physical and emotional stamina required to effectively manage the job.Participates in performance quality improvement efforts that include but are not limited to timely and accurate completion of identified workflows and documentation measures outlined in the agency PQI plan and divisional goal plans.Other reasonable related duties as assigned by the Education Coordinator.Who You AreYou will have a Masters degree and Massachusetts SLP license. You will also have excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to work professionally and confidentially with students parents and the community. Shift:40hour per week day position. Who we are:RFK Community Alliance provides highquality care and support to people and families facing complicated challenges. As a multiservice agency we offer a wide range of programs serving a variety of needs across all ages from infants to seniors. We are team players when it comes to caring. We work with the people we serve their families schools and other community partners to develop a support network. We provide opportunities to build skills and confidence. We nurture strengths determination and resilience. How we promote equity cultivate leaders and grow together:At RFK Community Alliance were dedicated to a culture where everyone can show up to work as their full authentic selves. Diversity and inclusion doesnt happen by accident its by design. Together were the designers. We believe that a diverse and inclusive workplace makes our organization stronger. We care about including diverse perspectives and experiences throughout every level. Which is why were committed to honoring celebrating and fostering diversity and inclusion on our team in our clientele and within our community. Our team must reflect our community and vice versa. We value respect and support all types of diversity across all identities including but not limited to ethnicity race gender LGBTQIA age religion and abilities. We take responsibility for the community were creating here at RFK Community Alliance and were here to contribute to the progression of our society to a more inclusive and equitable one. Why Youll Love Us:We offer amazing benefits including:Health InsuranceDental InsuranceVision InsuranceGenerous paid time offHoliday PayEducational AssistanceEmployerpaid life insuranceEmployerpaid Short & LongTerm DisabilityRetirement Plan with generous employer matchTuition ReimbursementComprehensive Employee Assistance Program $2500 SignOn IncentiveThis position is eligible for the RFK Community Alliance SignOn Incentive in the amount of $2500 in your first year of employment. You will receive $500 after 3 months; $500 after 6 months; $1500 after 12 months.