What are the responsibilities and job description for the DAY PROGRAM COMMUNICATION SPECIALIST position at McGuire Memorial?
Day Program Communication Specialist
Hours are M-F 7:30 AM to 3:30 PM
Starting Rates $20.95-$22.45 per hour
We are a ministry providing comprehensive services to children and adults who have physical and intellectual disabilities. Immerse yourself in the joy and fulfillments you will experience when helping others live life to the fullest!
McGuire Memorial is currently seeking a Day Program Communication Specialist for the Life Enrichment Adult Program (LEAP) in Ellwood City, PA and the Employment Option Center (EOC) in Moon Twp., PA.
Job duties:
The primary duties include but are not limited to providing Communication support services to residents with developmental disabilities in both day program locations, completing assessments, participating in IDT, ISP, and IEP team meetings, and maintaining client communication aids and devices.
Requirements (all provided by McGuire):
Ability to pass physical and drug screening
Department of Human Services Child Abuse History Clearance
Pennsylvania State Police Criminal Record Check
FBI Federal Criminal History Record (fingerprinting)
TB testing
Qualifications:
Minimum Bachelor’s Degree in CSD (Communication Sciences and Disorders), Speech, Language and Hearing Sciences, AAC (Augmentative and Alternative Communication), Speech Pathology, Audiology, or Special Education with a concentration or minimum 2 years’ experience in communication or augmentative communication.
Minimum 2 years’ experience working with individuals with Intellectual Disabilities
Excellent Attendance Record
Good Professional Communication Skills
Benefits:
Health, Prescription, Dental, and Vision, for employee & eligible family members effective on hire date.
401 (k) Retirement Plan with Employer Match and Profit Sharing
Disability coverage and Life insurance after 1 year
7 paid holidays plus Veteran's Day (Veteran's only)
Opportunity for advancement
Generous paid time off (PTO)
McGuire Memorial is an Equal Opportunity Employer
Salary : $21 - $22
