Speech Language Pathologist

Description

Pay $70,000 - $78,000 annually

The Speech-Language Pathologist is responsible to evaluate and assess program participants, educate individuals and team members, complete required documentation, communicate with other health care professionals on the program participants' IPP / IEP, assist with departmental maintenance and supplies, participate in Agency activities, assist in orientation to the department and assist with equipment adaptation.

Core Responsibilities

• Evaluate and assess program participants on an ongoing basis and plan and implement appropriate treatment and goals based upon the evaluation.
• Educate about findings of the evaluation, established treatment plans, methods of treatment, and if possible the individual's prognosis.
• Educate team members about ongoing services and any areas within the scope of speech-language therapy.
• Complete all required documentation according to program regulations.
• Communicates with other health care professionals relating to all aspects of the Individual Program Plan (IPP) / Individual Education Plan (IEP).
• Assists with departmental maintenance and supplies.
• Adhere to mandatory abuse reporting laws and HIPPA requirements.

Qualifications

• Masters in Speech-Language Pathology and valid New York State license and registration as a Speech-Language Pathologist.
• Experience with dysphagia preferred.
• Valid NYS Drivers license.

Benefits

Our work environment provides the opportunity to grow and learn in a fast-paced atmosphere. We offer competitive benefits and salary to include a low-cost individual health insurance plan, dollar for dollar retirement match (up to 7%), life insurance, voluntary benefits and generous paid time off.

• Comprehensive Health / Dental / Vision
• Direct Deposit
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Retirement Plan 403(b)
• Life Insurance
• Voluntary Benefits
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Generous PTO Plans (Sick, Vacation and Employee Leave)
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Service Awards
• Employee Appreciation Events
• Employee Discounts
• Employee Referral Bonus $1,500!

Upstate Caring Partners is the premier provider of direct-care services and programs in Central New York for individuals of all abilities and their families.

If you believe in empowering people, Upstate Caring Partners is an excellent place to start or grow your career. Please visit our careers website to access the full job description located within the job posting. upstatecpjobs.org

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