What are the responsibilities and job description for the Speech Pathologist - Waterloo position at Mozaic?
SPEECH PATHOLOGIST - FEE FOR SERVICE CONTRACT
Mozaic is looking for a Speech Pathologist to help people with disabilities improve or manage their speech and communication skills. The role involves doing assessments and providing therapy to individuals with developmental disabilities. The goal is to help them live in the least restrictive settings, such as their home or day programs, especially in places where these services are not easily available.
WHO WE ARE
Mozaic, a not-for-profit organization based in the Finger Lakes Region, specializes in providing services and residential facilities for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities. We are a prominent advocate for supporting and improving the lives of over 2,000 individuals with disabilities in our area.
SPEECH PATHOLOGIST DUTIES
A Speech Pathologist provides personalized speech services, both individually and in groups, based on the needs of each person. These services include language stimulation, interpretive support, and comprehensive speech and language therapy. The Speech Pathologist also works with the individual's family or caregivers to enhance treatment outcomes, ensuring the person can remain in their home or placement. They advocate for individuals to ensure their rights and needs are met, participate in treatment reviews as needed, and act as liaison between individuals, day programs, agencies, families, and residences to facilitate communication and service integration. Additionally, the Speech Pathologist provides training to agency staff on speech and language services, and teaches them how to implement communication-related activities and techniques to support ongoing care.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
A Master's Degree in Speech and Language with New York State licensure. Certification as a Teacher of the Speech and Hearing Handicapped by NYS Education Department is preferred. Experience with developmentally disabled preferred.
PAY RANGE: $50-$100/hour - Fee for service contract
HOURS PER WEEK: minimum 3 - max 14 depending on location/available
LOCATION: Seneca, Cayuga or Yates County
Follow us on Facebook: (3) Mozaic | Facebook
Instagram: ðŒðŽð™ð€ðˆð‚ (@mozaic.ny) • Instagram photos and videos
Twitter: Mozaic (@Mozaic_NY) / Twitter
Mozaic is an EEO/AA/Veteran/Disabled Employer
Salary : $50 - $100
