Abilities First
Speech Pathologist
Abilities First, Middletown, New York, United States, 10940
Abilities First, Inc., has been making a difference in the lives of people with developmental disabilities for almost sixty years. We offer a wide variety of services including school and preschool programs, day habilitation, residential habilitation, community habilitation, and employment services.
Abilities First recognizes the value of diverse experiences, identities, and backgrounds to and does not discriminate in hiring. We are inclusive, welcoming and supportive of people of varying abilities, races, ethnicities, religions, socio-economic status, gender and gender identities. Abilities First is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.
Abilities First is seeking a full-time Speech Language Pathologist for our Middletown Education Program. This is 32.5-hour position 48 weeks a year. (School year will be 42 weeks with a 6-week summer program) This position is crucial to the development of children of all ages.
Salary Range: $35.11- $38.00 per hour.
Full time Speech Therapist position available in our preschool program located in Wappingers Falls, NY. This position will be responsible for the speech therapy program assigned case load at our Preschool. Responsibilities include:
Responsible for speech therapy program for assigned caseload. These responsibilities include:
Initial evaluation/periodic re-evaluationProgram planning and implementation of programScheduling of caseload in conjunction with classroom staff and other related servicesCoordination of program between student, counselor/teacher and case managerMaintain interdisciplinary communications regarding programReport at team meetings and or annual reviews as needed.Responsible for written documentation as required by Abilities first Inc. policies and or appropriate programs. Must adhere to paperwork deadlines, agency forms, and contentResponsible for attending program staff meetings and parent/teacher conferences as assigned by Directors of various programs.Work in conjunction with counselors/teachers to develop student treatment plans.Perform related work as assigned by program DirectorsIf licensed, may supervise staff speech pathologist participating in Clinical Fellowship year.Assists in maintenance of treatment sitesProvides departmental/staff in services when indicated.Provides list of needed therapy materials to Program DirectorMay participate in Feeding Team or Augmentative Communication Team when appropriate.Must have a current NYS driver's license, free of moving violations *Amendable to Class E) deemed acceptable by our insurance carrierEnsures that employees follow the Code of Ethical and Legal Behavior and conform to the strictest standards of Corporate Compliance and HIPAA, as well as all federal state, local and municipal laws and regulations.Adheres to ASHA Standards of Practice and Code of Ethics, Behavior, which require all employees, consultants, board members, volunteer and affiliates to perform their responsibilities according to ethical and legal standards with honesty, integrity, fairness, good faith and respect for others and the law.Follows all agency policy and procedures and demonstrates continuous regard to personal safety and the safety of others.Performs other appropriate job-related activities as requested by your supervisor or a circumstances warrant.Adheres of State Education rules and regulations. Preschool employees must adhere to Office of Children and Family Services policies.• Vacation, sick, personal, and holiday time off (or paid time off on the school calendar)
• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance options
• 401(k) plan with employer match
• Employer paid life insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Increased earning potential with online training through College of Direct Support
• On Demand Payment - access your earnings as early as the next day
• Discounts with Verizon, AT&T, Royal Carting, etc.
• And More!
Become involved in the incredible mission of Abilities First, Inc., by providing people with disabilities and their families with support to attain independence, self-determination, integration and acceptance by others through education, exploration and experience.
Requirements
Completion of master's degree Program from an accredited College/University.Licensed by NYS Department of Education as a Speech Pathologist or CFY eligible.NYS teacher certification required.Experience with oral motor, dysphagia, and augmentative communications helpful!
Abilities First recognizes the value of diverse experiences, identities, and backgrounds to and does not discriminate in hiring. We are inclusive, welcoming and supportive of people of varying abilities, races, ethnicities, religions, socio-economic status, gender and gender identities. Abilities First is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.
Abilities First is seeking a full-time Speech Language Pathologist for our Middletown Education Program. This is 32.5-hour position 48 weeks a year. (School year will be 42 weeks with a 6-week summer program) This position is crucial to the development of children of all ages.
Salary Range: $35.11- $38.00 per hour.
Full time Speech Therapist position available in our preschool program located in Wappingers Falls, NY. This position will be responsible for the speech therapy program assigned case load at our Preschool. Responsibilities include:
Responsible for speech therapy program for assigned caseload. These responsibilities include:
Initial evaluation/periodic re-evaluationProgram planning and implementation of programScheduling of caseload in conjunction with classroom staff and other related servicesCoordination of program between student, counselor/teacher and case managerMaintain interdisciplinary communications regarding programReport at team meetings and or annual reviews as needed.Responsible for written documentation as required by Abilities first Inc. policies and or appropriate programs. Must adhere to paperwork deadlines, agency forms, and contentResponsible for attending program staff meetings and parent/teacher conferences as assigned by Directors of various programs.Work in conjunction with counselors/teachers to develop student treatment plans.Perform related work as assigned by program DirectorsIf licensed, may supervise staff speech pathologist participating in Clinical Fellowship year.Assists in maintenance of treatment sitesProvides departmental/staff in services when indicated.Provides list of needed therapy materials to Program DirectorMay participate in Feeding Team or Augmentative Communication Team when appropriate.Must have a current NYS driver's license, free of moving violations *Amendable to Class E) deemed acceptable by our insurance carrierEnsures that employees follow the Code of Ethical and Legal Behavior and conform to the strictest standards of Corporate Compliance and HIPAA, as well as all federal state, local and municipal laws and regulations.Adheres to ASHA Standards of Practice and Code of Ethics, Behavior, which require all employees, consultants, board members, volunteer and affiliates to perform their responsibilities according to ethical and legal standards with honesty, integrity, fairness, good faith and respect for others and the law.Follows all agency policy and procedures and demonstrates continuous regard to personal safety and the safety of others.Performs other appropriate job-related activities as requested by your supervisor or a circumstances warrant.Adheres of State Education rules and regulations. Preschool employees must adhere to Office of Children and Family Services policies.• Vacation, sick, personal, and holiday time off (or paid time off on the school calendar)
• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance options
• 401(k) plan with employer match
• Employer paid life insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Increased earning potential with online training through College of Direct Support
• On Demand Payment - access your earnings as early as the next day
• Discounts with Verizon, AT&T, Royal Carting, etc.
• And More!
Become involved in the incredible mission of Abilities First, Inc., by providing people with disabilities and their families with support to attain independence, self-determination, integration and acceptance by others through education, exploration and experience.
Requirements
Completion of master's degree Program from an accredited College/University.Licensed by NYS Department of Education as a Speech Pathologist or CFY eligible.NYS teacher certification required.Experience with oral motor, dysphagia, and augmentative communications helpful!