What are the responsibilities and job description for the Speech Language Pathologist position at PHILLIPS Programs for Children and Families?
Title : School Speech Language Pathologist Signing Bonus
Position Type : Full-time (40 hrs / wk, 10-month program)
Location : Laurel, MD
What we do and offer our team :
PHILLIPS PROGRAMS Schools are private special education day schools for children with emotional and behavioral needs. PHILLIPS has a unique approach to special education. Our programs provide a place of relationship and belonging where students can be accepted; treated with compassion and respect. We offer our employees competitive salaries, a comprehensive benefits package, a place where you can learn and grow as a professional, and a warm and friendly environment that lives our values. In addition, our staff are eligible for the Federal Student Loan Forgiveness Program! With PHILLIPS Programs, you have the opportunity to make a lasting impact on the lives of our students within nationally acclaimed facilities. Eligible for a $2,500 sign on bonus !
Benefits Overview : PHILLIPS Programs offers comprehensive benefits, including group health, dental, and vision insurance, fully paid life and long-term disability coverage, and flexible spending accounts for health and childcare. Additional benefits include a 403(b)-retirement savings plan, paid sick / personal leave, reimbursement for professional fees, and funds for degree program coursework. Employees also enjoy access to an Employee Assistance Program, legal assistance, gym membership discounts, and various employee discounts at local stores.
What the Speech-Language Pathologist does :
Provides diagnostic and therapeutic speech and language services to students with communication disorders. Serves as a consultant to teachers and other staff regarding the development and implementation of speech and language services.
DUTIES :
1.1. Assists teachers in developing language curriculum and teaching strategies.
1.2. Monitors classroom language programs by direct participation, observation and / or conferences.
1.3. Serves as a resource for materials and methods.
1.4. Attends IEP meetings.
1.5. Collaborates with multidisciplinary team members.
2.1. Provides informal speech / language evaluations.
2.2. Develops and implements an individualized therapeutic program (part of the IEP) for each student receiving speech / language services.
2.3. Provides individual / group / classroom speech / language therapy.
2.4. Provides services in a variety of on campus settings.
2.5. Provides consultative speech / language therapy.
2.6. Maintains files on each student seen for speech / language therapy.
2.7. Provides quarterly progress reports.
3.1. Performs other duties as assigned.
Credentials and Experience :
- Hold a valid state speech-language pathologist license, required
- Experience in special needs school environment, preferred
PHILLIPS is an Equal Opportunity Employer
