What are the responsibilities and job description for the Speech Language Pathologist (SLP)- (Summer 2025 Maternity Leave Coverage) position at Marty's Orchid House?
Marty's Orchid House is in search of a pediatric (preferable) speech language pathologist to cover a maternity leave for the summer of 2025. This position would be perfect for a school-based SLP that is interested in summer employment. The hours and days are very flexible, ranging from 3-5 days/week for 16-40 hours/week. The caseload will not exceed 6 children/8-hour day and documentation time is compensated at the agreed upon hourly rate.
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SLP Requirements:
- Masters degree or higher-Speech Language Pathology
- Active Kentucky Speech Language Pathologist license in good standing and pursuant to Kentucky Administrative Regulations, 201 KAR Chapter 17; current certification in Basic Life Support (BLS)
- Pediatric experience (preferable)
Benefits Offered:
- Hourly Pay (Paid for time spent completing therapist duties, including, documentation, planning for sessions, creating home exercise programs, etc. Therapist is NOT paid based on billable time.)
- Job Flexibility
- Closed on Weekends and Major Holidays
Physical Demands
The speech language pathologist will be required to stand for long periods of time; use hands to handle, feel, and control objects; walk for long periods of time; bend and twist the body; and be physically active for long periods of time without getting tired or out of breath. The speech language pathologist will also be required to implement interventions at the child’s level of play, which may result in crawling on the floor, sitting on the floor, kneeling, squatting and reaching overhead.
Lifting/Carrying Requirements
The speech language pathologist must be able to lift and carry up to 50 pounds independently, in order to support children as needed.
Background Information:
In the summer of 2022, Marty’s Orchid House began the journey of strengthening their comprehensive care model, by creating the in-house therapy department. Within a short amount of time, the staff and families have found that providing in-house therapy services improves the carryover of interventions and strengthens the ability of children to implement the skills they have retained. The speech language pathologist will have a unique opportunity to help assist in the continued development of the therapy program. If you are passionate about working with young children with autism and enjoy collaborating with a multidisciplinary team, Marty’s Orchid House would be the ideal setting for you to continue your career!
Marty's Orchid House is a day program that services young children from the ages of 18 months to 6 years that have autism spectrum disorder (ASD) and overlapping health conditions. The speech language pathologist should be highly motivated, passionate and innovative, providing comprehensive services in the day center setting. The main role of the speech language pathologist will be to assess and evaluate children and to implement an appropriate plan of care. The speech language pathologist should take a holistic approach to care, as the entire child, their environment and the thoughts and opinions of their caregivers/parents are taken into consideration when developing treatments/interventions. It is of utmost importance that this speech language pathologist has appropriate communication skills, as carryover plays an integral part in meeting the child’s needs.