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Erie 2-Chautauqua-Cattaraugus BOCES Speech Language Pathologist in Lackawanna, New York
Speech Language Pathologist
OLV Human Services
790 Ridge Road
Lackawanna , NY 14218
Classified - Position - Speech-Language Pathologist
Job Number 3300043711
Start Date
Open Date
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$3,000 sign on bonus
Job Summary:
Provide speech/language therapy services to individuals as outlined in their Individual Education Plan or Individual's Family Service Plan. Services are to be provided in accordance with New York State practice act guidelines for Speech/Language Therapy Services, the American Speech, Language and Hearing Association as well as in accordance with all company, state and federal standards and regulations; as well as within all regulations and requirements set forth by the organizations with which the company collaborates.
Essential Job Duties:
Reviews all available documentation related to the individual prior to beginning treatment; including the IEP/IFSP, script and prior evaluations if available
Develops an appropriate treatment plan for each individual
Performs treatments according to IFSP/IEP and accepted professional standards and practices
Conducts ongoing assessment of individual during each visit, and modifies goals/outcomes/treatment plan accordingly
Performs appropriate parent/caregiver education and develops home programs as necessary
Works as part of an inter-disciplinary team, utilizing communication with all team members to enhance the treatment program of the individual
Maintains an accurate schedule
Submits all required documentation of visits according to established procedures
Performs evaluations as assigned and when necessary
Communicates with families on a regular basis
Keeps abreast of legal responsibilities, professional ethics, standards of practice and agency rules, policies and regulations.
Provides for own professional growth by attending continuing education and in-services; tracking this to assure compliance with state licensing requirements
Discontinues therapy when child no longer meets eligibility requirements
Provides own transportation to service locations
Maintains client confidentiality with HIPPA/FERPA and agency guidelines
Maintains professional appearance, follows agency dress code
Attends department meetings and any other meetings required by your supervisor
Adheres to and signs Annual Employee Agreement
Documents time off and time worked accurately according to agency policies
Performs other duties and assumes other responsibilities as assigned by their direct supervisor
Skills:
Basic computer skills
Competencies:
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Strong organizational skills
• Strong time management skills
• Interpersonal skills
Qualifications:
Education: Minimum Degree Required: Master's Degree in Speech/Language Pathology/Communication Disorders
Experience:Minimum Experience Required: None
License/Registration/ Certification:
• Teacher of Speech and Hearing Handicapped Certification in NYS
• License in Speech/Language Pathology in NYS
• Current NYS Driver's License
Training:
• Minimum of 30 hours of Continuing education per licensing period (3 years) as per NYS Office of Profession guidelines
• All required agency trainings
• All trainings required by programs you service individuals in, including but not limited to, OCFS and Early Intervention
Physical Requirements:
The frequent physical demands of the position are sitting, standing, walking, climbing, talking, listening, repetitive motions, lifting, carrying, pushing, pulling, balancing, stooping, crouching, reaching, handling of children and grasping.
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Itinerant Location St. John Parkside
Salary: From 50000.00
Salary: To 70000.00
Salary Competitive Y
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