Evaluator & SLPA Supervisor School-Based Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP)

Job Title: Evaluator & SLPA Supervisor School-Based Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP)

Location: La Plata Maryland

Company: Strides Therapy & Educational Services

About Us:
Strides Therapy & Educational Services is a leading local provider of contracted therapy services dedicated to enhancing students educational experience in schools. We are seeking a passionate and dedicated Speech Language Pathologist to join our team of professionals working collaboratively to support students communication and language development within educational settings. We are a therapist- and woman-owned and operated company.

Position Overview:
This role is ideal for an experienced SLP who enjoys leadership and collaboration. The primary responsibilities include conducting comprehensive speech-language evaluations writing evaluation reports and IEPs supervising SLPAs in accordance with state guidelines attending IEP meetings and providing clinical support to the special education team. The therapist will maintain a very small direct service caseload allowing the majority of their time to focus on evaluations documentation compliance and SLPA supervision.

Additional Details: Supportive district looking for an SLP to conduct evaluations and supervise SLPAs. SLP may be expected to cover a small caseload but the primary purpose would be supervision and evaluations/attending IEP meetings.

Responsibilities:

• The Speech Language Pathologist will conduct comprehensive speech and language assessments to identify students communication disorders and develop individualized treatment plans.
• Provide evidence-based speech and language pathology interventions and strategies to improve students communication articulation fluency and language skills to a small caseload of students
• Collaborate closely with educators parents and other members of the school-based team to create and implement strategies that support students participation in the classroom and social activities.
• Monitor and document students progress adapting treatment plans as necessary to ensure optimal outcomes.
• Offer guidance and education to parents teachers and support staff on strategies to enhance students communication skills and facilitate carryover into the classroom.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date records including session notes progress reports and billing documentation.
• Stay current with the latest research best practices and techniques in speech-language pathology.
• Participate in Individualized Education Program (IEP) meetings team meetings and school-based professional development opportunities.
• Ensure compliance with all federal state and local regulations and ethical standards governing speech-language pathology services in schools.
• Supervise a team of SLPAs in accordance with State Guidelines

What our employees say about working for us:
Culture is friendly and inclusive.
Everyone is very supportive and willing to help each other.

Qualifications:

• Masters degree or higher in Speech-Language Pathology from an accredited program.
• State licensure as a Speech-Language Pathologist. (if applicable)
• Certificate of Clinical Competence (CCC-SLP) from the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA)
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Experience in private practice or outpatient settings preferred.
• Knowledge of insurance billing and documentation practices is a plus.
• Dedication to providing culturally competent and client-centered care.
• Maryland State SLP License for at least 2 years in and/or ASHA licensure for at least 3 years
• Completed or be willing to obtain 2.0 CEUs in supervision per ASHA guidelines

Benefits:

• Health Benefits on Day 1 (Medical Dental Vision) with 50% employer contribution
• 401k with match and immediate vesting 100% match for the first 3% and 50% for 4 % and 5% (also a part-time benefit)
• Up to 40 hours PTO/sick time (also a part-time benefit)
• State Licensure Reimbursement
• National Certification Stipend
• Professional liability insurance (also a part-time benefit)
• EAP short-term disability (also a part-time benefit)
• Cancer insurance (also a part-time benefit)
• Pet insurance (also a part-time benefit)
• Life insurance (also a part-time benefit)
• Catastrophe medical (also a part-time benefit)

Please see our website here to learn more about us:

Please contact Dana Morgan for more information and additional details. Email: / Phone:

Required Experience:

Manager