Speech Therapist (27073)

Job Details

Description

Screens and evaluates the communication and feeding / swallowing skills of preschoolers as per ASHA guidelines as needed and during :

intake evaluations and screenings

annual review evaluations and updates

Develops and implements therapy programs :

based upon child’s individual needs

in accord with school philosophy

utilizing state of the art techniques

Participates in all aspects of the interdisciplinary treatment team

including but not limited to :

formal meetings

informal meetings

consultations

Maintains and submits clinical documentation as required and within required time frames, including but not limited to :

evaluation and screening reports

daily log notes

monthly or bi-monthly notes

IEP documentation

Participates in meetings as specified by the facility including but not limited to : department meetings

supervisory meetings

staff meetings

team meetings

Module meetings

Functions as a child advocate as needed both as an internal representative and for outside meetings (,

Evaluates the effectiveness of programs in the classroom including but not limited to :

language lessons

group communication programs

Maintains appropriate and effective interpersonal relationships with team members, other staff, department members, supervisors, administrative staff, parents, and outside agencies and demonstrates the following skills :

open communication skills with others

the ability to self-evaluate

the ability to utilize supervision

flexibility in all facets of the working relationship

the ability to both offer and accept assistance to / from othersBottom of Form

POSITION QUALIFICATIONS

Competency Statement(s)

Analytical Skills - Ability to use thinking and reasoning to solve a problem.

Communication, Oral - Ability to communicate effectively with others using the spoken word.

Conceptual Thinking - Ability to think in terms of abstract ideas.

Decision Making - Ability to make critical decisions while following company procedures.

Diversity Oriented - Ability to work effectively with people regardless of their age, gender, race, ethnicity, religion, or job type.

Ethical - Ability to demonstrate conduct conforming to a set of values and accepted standards.

Interpersonal - Ability to get along well with a variety of personalities and individuals.

Judgment - The ability to formulate a sound decision using the available information.

Relationship Building - Ability to effectively build relationships with customers and co-workers.

Reliability - The trait of being dependable and trustworthy.

Responsible - Ability to be held accountable or answerable for one’s conduct.

Working Under Pressure - Ability to complete assigned tasks under stressful situations.

Education

Master's Degree

Experience

Pediatric experience preferred

SKILLS & ABILITIES

Certificates & Licenses

Master's Degree in Speech Pathology. Licensure / certification in Speech Pathology. NYS Teacher of Speech and Hearing Handicapped Certification (TSHH / TSSLD).