Speech Therapist (37250)

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 updatesDevelops and implements therapy programs:• based upon child's individual needs• in accord with school philosophy• utilizing state of the art techniquesParticipates 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 documentationParticipates in meetings as specified by the facility including but not limited to: department meetings• supervisory meetings• staff meetings• team meetings• Module meetingsFunctions as a child advocate as needed both as an internal representative and for outside meetings (e.g.,Evaluates the effectiveness of programs in the classroom including but not limited to:• language lessons• group communication programsMaintains 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 FormPOSITION QUALIFICATIONSCompetency 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 DegreeExperience• Pediatric experience preferredSKILLS & ABILITIESCertificates & Licenses• Master's Degree in Speech Pathology. Licensure/certification in Speech Pathology. NYS Teacher of Speech and Hearing Handicapped Certification (TSHH/TSSLD).EEO Statement