Licensed Speech Therapist

 

Description:

 

This Job Will Have The Following Responsibilities

 

  • Accept referrals for children suspected of, or exhibiting communication disorders.
  • Ensure referrals are entered into the screening/evaluation process as per program procedures.
  • Conduct screening/evaluations individually, as part of a multidisciplinary team, and/or as part of a trans-disciplinary team.
  • Identify through screening/evaluation children with communication disorders.
  • Generate evaluation reports (ER) individually or as part of a team.
  • Develop, review, and/or revise the Individual Education Program (IEP) of eligible children in coordination with parents, teachers, and other appropriate personnel.
  • Provide an appropriate level of intervention (individual, group, classroom-based, community-based, etc.) for those children identified as eligible for services.
  • Consult with parents, teachers, and other appropriate personnel regarding the management of communication disorders and the connection between language development and literacy.
  • Assist in developing, organizing, and conducting training related to communication and literacy.
  • Assist in developing, organizing, training, and implementing curriculum components related to communication and literacy.
  • Participate in grant projects related to communication and literacy for children.

 

Qualifications & Requirements

 

  • Bachelor's Degree in Speech/Language Pathology required; Master’s Degree preferred.
  • Pennsylvania certification as required by the Department of Education.
  • Credentials necessary for participation in the School-Based ACCESS Program preferred.
  • ASHA’s Certificate of Clinical Competency preferred.
  • Post-graduate coursework with a focus on communication and reading/literacy desired.
  • Experience working with and evaluating students with special needs/developmental delays and with developing and implementing educational programs is required.
  • For Speech and Language Therapist assigned to the Deaf and Hard of Hearing Program, experience with deaf culture and students who are profoundly hearing impaired preferred.
  • Valid Pennsylvania driver's license necessary.
  • The holder of this position could be required as part of his or her duties to engage in activities that can be charged to a Medical Assistance (MA) or other state or federal healthcare program. Clearance as a provider by both the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania and the federal government is therefore an essential qualification for this position.

 

Organization The Judge Group
Industry Medical / Healthcare Jobs
Occupational Category Licensed Speech Therapist
Job Location Pennsylvania,USA
Shift Type Morning
Job Type Full Time
Gender No Preference
Career Level Intermediate
Experience 2 Years
Posted at 2023-11-20 4:07 pm
Expires on 2024-12-05