Speech Language Pathologist -Clinical Fellow

Description:

Behavioral Learning Center, Inc. provides behavior analytic services to children and adults with developmental disabilities and related conditions. We believe that every individual deserves the opportunity to learn and excel. We strive to provide the highest quality of service in a caring environment. We are currently looking for an exceptional full-time speech and language pathologist to join our Early Intervention team and work with individuals with autism and related developmental disorders.

Responsibilities:

• Provide services in home setting
• Conduct Developmental Evaluations independently
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams including Occupational Therapists and Behavior Analysts.
• Assess communication skills (e.g., articulation, fluency, voice, expressive and receptive language, etc.) for the purpose of identifying communication disorders, determining program eligibility, and developing recommendations for treatment.
• Provides assessment of communication skills and oral motor function of preschool-aged children with developmental or physical disabilities referred to Early Childhood Program for speech and language services.
• Conduct standardized assessments using age appropriate diagnostic tests.
• Provides intervention in the form of direct therapy (group or individual), consultation, monitoring, and/or written programs to facilitate the development of communication skills.
• Refer and recommend age appropriate services.
• Provide both direct therapy and consultation services, while effectively communicating learners progress and needs with guardians and team members.
• Maintains confidentiality in accordance with organizational polices and procedures related to privacy.
• Follows standards of practice for the profession regarding safe application of assessment protocols, therapeutic techniques and techniques for direct handling of clients.
• Provide supervision to Speech-Language Pathology Assistants.
• Design, develop, and employ alternative diagnostic or communication devices and strategies.
• Instruct clients and family members in strategies to cope with or avoid communication-related misunderstandings.
• Conduct lessons and direct educational or therapeutic games to assist teachers dealing with speech problems.
• Communicate with non-speaking students, using sign language or computer technology.
• Cross-train with Early Intervention Behavior Staff.
• Provide education and training on an on-going basis (weekly and monthly) to caregivers