Speech Language Pathologist - Clinical Fellows welcome to apply ($7,000 sig at LINWOOD CENTER INC

Ellicott City, Maryland, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

28 Mar, 26

Salary

95000.0

Posted On

28 Dec, 25

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Speech-Language Pathology, Communication Skills, AAC Systems, IEP Process, Therapeutic Intervention, Assessment, Collaboration, Documentation, Problem Solving, Organizational Skills, Behavioral Challenges, Clinical Supervision, Evidence-Based Practices, Professional Ethics, Crisis Training, Pediatrics

Industry

Description

Job Details Job Location: Ellicott City, MD 21043 Position Type: Full Time Salary Range: $72,103.00 - $95,000.00 Salary Position Summary The speech-language pathologist (SLP) is a passionate and innovative clinician serving on an interdisciplinary team in the non-public special education school setting. The SLP plays a crucial role in facilitating functional communication and language development for students with autism and related disorders and co-occurring complex communication challenges through provision of direct and consultative speech and language therapy services. Essential Duties and Responsibilities Conducts screenings, informal assessment, and/or comprehensive standardized assessment of students’ speech and language skills to identify strengths and needs and formulate individualized education plans (IEPs) Participates in IEP meetings Delivers targeted, evidence-based therapeutic intervention through direct and indirect services Oversees student feeding protocols as indicated Works on an interdisciplinary team and collaborates with parents/families, other professionals, and school personnel Adheres to student IEPs and associated documents (e.g. behavior intervention plans, sensory protocols, etc.) Implements and programs low and high-tech AAC systems Monitors and documents treatment and student progress according to state and federal regulations consistent with Medicaid requirements for reimbursement Completes all daily service logs, progress reports, and IEP documents within a timely manner according to facility, state, and federal guidelines Stays informed about latest evidence-based practices in the field of speech-language pathology Maintains licensure and certification Adheres to ASHA code of ethics Supervises graduate students and/or clinical fellows as able and needed Provides in-services to staff and family regarding various aspects of the field Adheres to Linwood School policies and procedures May perform other duties as assigned Qualifications Qualifications: Master’s degree from accredited institution Valid license from Maryland State Department of Health and Mental Hygiene Certificate of Clinical Competence from American Speech-Language Hearing Association Experience in special education Experience in pediatrics Knowledge of a variety of AAC systems Linwood provides CPR training. The employee must achieve and maintain certification. Linwood provides Professional Crisis Training (PCM) The employee must achieve and maintain certification at the Basic Practitioner level (or higher). Abilities: Demonstrated knowledge of the IEP process. Ability to communicate with and provide direct assistance to individuals with developmental disabilities who are having behavioral challenges ‘ Must possess strong problem solving skills and be detail oriented. Excellent communication and organizational skills to effectively interact with all levels of management. Demonstrates a skill set that includes the ability to interface in a professional manner with Linwood staff, parents, school system personnel and other professionals. Excellent oral, written and presentation skills. Physical Demands and Work Environment: The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate to loud. Frequently required to use hands or fingers, handle or feel objects, tools, various forms of technology, or controls. Must be able to stand, walk, sit, reach with hands and arms, climb or balance, and stoop, kneel, crouch, run, or crawl. Must be able to work under regular, moderate levels of stress. Must be able to lift and move up to 10 lbs. regularly and occasionally lift or move up to 50 pounds. The current comprehensive company benefits: Medical, Vision, and Dental coverage Voluntary Life and AD&D Voluntary Short-Term Disability Company-paid life insurance & AD&D Company-paid Long-Term Disability 401K Retirement plan with company contributions Tuition Reimbursement Paid Annual Leave Paid Sick and Safe Leave Three Personal Days 14 Paid Holidays Employee Assistance Program Credit Union Membership, if desired Eligibility to participate in Linwood’s Health, Vision, and Dental benefits program begins on the first day of the month following 30 days of employment. Per company policy, some other company-sponsored benefits may have various eligibility dates. The company benefits offering and employee contributions are determined annually and are subject to change.

Responsibilities

The Speech Language Pathologist conducts assessments and develops individualized education plans for students with communication challenges. They provide direct and consultative therapy services while collaborating with an interdisciplinary team.