Speech Pathologist

We are seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic Speech-Language Pathologist to join our special education team. In this role you will work with children aged 5-21 to support the development of their speech language and communication skills in a fun play-based environment. You will have the opportunity to assess diagnose and treat a variety of speech and language disorders collaborating with families teachers and a multidisciplinary team to help children meet their individualized educational goals.

If you are passionate about helping young learners communicate effectively and build the confidence they need to thrive we invite you to join our team and make a lasting difference in their lives.

Primary Responsibilities and Essential Functions of Position:

Assessment and Diagnosis:

• Conduct comprehensive evaluations of speech language and communication skills to determine therapy needs.

• Use formal and informal assessment tools to identify articulation phonological expressive receptive and social communication challenges.

• Collaborate with the IEP team to establish goals and recommend services.

Intervention Planning:

• Develop individualized education plans (IEPs) based on assessment results and IEP goals.

• Design and implement group sessions to target shared language or social communication needs.

• Incorporate developmentally appropriate strategies to engage students in therapy.

Implementation:

• Provide direct therapy to address speech language and pragmatic communication delays.

• Support students with alternative and augmentative communication (AAC) systems when appropriate.

• Embed speech and language strategies into classroom routines to foster communication development.

Collaboration and Consultation:

• Work closely with teachers occupational therapists physical therapists and other team members to support communication goals across settings.

• Provide training and resources to parents and caregivers to reinforce language skills at home.

• Participate in interdisciplinary meetings and IEP conferences to discuss student progress and recommendations.

• Assist in classroom activities and support instructional needs as well as perform other duties as assigned by the Director to ensure the smooth operation of the program.

Documentation and Compliance:

• Maintain accurate and timely records of assessments therapy sessions progress and attendance.

• Prepare detailed progress reports and updates for IEP reviews and meetings.

• Ensure compliance with state and federal regulations regarding therapy services.

Professional Development and Training:

• Stay current with advancements in pediatric speech-language pathology particularly in school-based services.

• Provide in-service training for teachers and staff on speech-language development and communication strategies.

• Masters degree in Speech-Language Pathology.

• Valid state license and ASHA certification (CCC-SLP).

• Recommended- Experience working with school-aged children.

• Strong interpersonal and collaboration skills.

Physical Demands:

• While performing the duties of this job the employee is required to stand sit use hands to finger handle or feel talk and hear.

• Walk to and from various locations in the building.

• May need to stoop bend and sometimes lift or push wheelchairs of children being served.

• Physical intervention techniques may be required to aid the children in challenging moments.

• Specific vision abilities include close vision distance vision and ability to focus.

Benefits

At HeartShare we offer a comprehensive benefit package based on full-time/part-time status. You canexpect:

• Rewarding Work in a team environment.
• Paid vacation sick personal days and holidays.
• 403(B) retirement plans with employer contribution.
• Health dental vision and life insurance.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Flexible spending account (Dependent Care Medical Parking and Transit).
• Employee Appreciation Programs and Events.
• Tuition Assistance Program.
• Professional Development opportunities.
• Wellhub Discount
• Verizon Wireless Discount.
• BJs Membership discount.
• Discounts on Broadway tickets movie tickets theme parks sporting events gift certificates & more

HeartShare is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). If you need to request accommodation during the recruiting process please reach out to.

About HeartShare

Who WE ARE:

For over one hundred years HeartShare has dedicated itself to improving the lives of people needing special services and support. The HeartShare team now 2100 employees and growing helps individuals develop to their fullest potential and lead meaningful and enriched lives.

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HeartShare Human Services of New York nurtures and empowers children and adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities.