What are the responsibilities and job description for the Speech Language Pathologist position at Community, Work & Independence Inc?
TITLE: Speech Language Pathologist
TYPE OF EMPLOYMENT: Per-Diem
Schedule: Monday-Friday, hours based on caseload
Position Concept: The (SLP) provides assessment, treatment, counseling and rehabilitation of individuals for maximum retention or enhancement of expressive and receptive language skills and eating skills
Responsibilities will include but not limited to:
- Screening and/or diagnostic tests related to articulation, receptive/expressive language, voice, fluency or aural rehabilitation needs
- Evaluation in determining alternate/augmentative communication needs such as signing, electronic devices, communication boards
- Oral Peripheral examinations related to structure and function as it pertains to feeding/swallowing problems.
- Individual/Group Therapy
- ·Assistance in the pursuit of electronic devices through Medicaid or other insurance or funding source.
- Assistive hearing device tolerance training
Position Qualifications: The SLP shall have a Master’s Degree and required certification. In addition, the SLP will have at least one (1) year’s post degree experience, preferred to be in a human service setting-serving persons with developmental disabilities
EEO Statement: CWI is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and supports Diversity, Equity and Inclusion in its hiring and employment practices, so that every team member can feel like they belong and be their authentic self to thrive in their personal and professional lives. In order to do that, all applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race (including traits historically associated with race, including but not limited to, hair texture and protective hair styles), creed, color, national origin, sexual orientation, military status, sex, disability, genetic predisposition or carrier status, marital status, arrest record or status as a victim of domestic violence, familial status, gender/gender expression, reproductive health decisions, citizenship or immigration status or any other factor prohibited by law.444
