Victory Learning Center Ridge - SLP - CF

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OLV Human Services is seeking a motivated and compassionate Speech Language Pathologist to join our Intensive Treatment Program at Victory Learning Center at Ridge.

Our Intensive Treatment Program classrooms for students ages 5-21 at our 650 Ridge school site in Lackawanna, NY (just 10 minutes south of Buffalo)! Our education program strives to provide specialized, high quality educational programming for students with and without disabilities across Western New York. Our programs serve Pre-K through 12th grade students in 5 schools, with a focus on blending academic and social emotional support  to meet the diverse needs of all learners.

Benefits:

• Paid School Breaks (approximately 7 weeks!)
• Paid Holidays
• Additional Paid Time Off (PTO) 
• Health, dental (free insurance options) & vision insurance options
• Paid Employer sponsored life insurance
• Supplemental insurance programs for additional life insurance, short-term disability, accident & cancer insurance
• Up to $600 every year for completing biometric health screenings on a single health insurance plan & up to $1,200 if a spouse completes too!

Perks:

• Casual dress code
• OLV Tuition Reimbursement up to $7,200
• Qualifying Non-For-Profit for Federal Student Loan Forgiveness Program (click here to learn more: https://studentaid.gov/manage-loans/forgiveness-cancellation)
• Take advantage of our Dental & Outpatient Mental Health services while working
• Up to $180 annual gym reimbursement
• $$ Employee referral program $$

Job Summary:
Under the direct supervision of an assigned and licensed/certified Speech/Language Pathologist, the CFY candidate would provide speech/language therapy services to individuals as outlined in their Individualized Education Plan or Individual Family Service Plan.  Services are to be provided in accordance with New York State practice act guidelines for Speech/Language Therapy Services, the American Speech, Language and Hearing Association as well as within all regulations and requirements set forth by the organizations with which the company collaborates.  
 
Essential Job Duties:
1. Consistently communicates with CFY Supervisor regarding mandated CFY paperwork, observations and documentation set forth by ASHA, NYS and Erie County
2. Cooperatively accepts feedback and suggestions form CFY Supervisor
3. Reviews all available documentation related to the individuals serviced prior to beginning treatment, including IEP/IFSP, script and prior evaluations if available
4. Performs treatments according to the IEP/IFSP and accepted professional standards and practices
5. Conducts ongoing assessment of individuals during each visit and modifies goals/outcomes/treatment plans accordingly
6. Performs appropriate parent/caregiver education and develops home programs as necessary
7. Works as part of an inter-disciplinary team to enhance treatment program of the individual by utilizing communication with all team members
8. Maintains an accurate schedule
9. Submits all required documentation of visits according to established procedures
10. Communicates with families on a regular basis
11. Keeps abreast of legal responsibilities, professional ethics, standards of practice and agency policies and regulations
12. Discontinues therapy when an  individual no longer meets eligibility requirements
13. Provides own transportation to service locations
14. Maintains confidentiality with HIPPA/FERPA and agency guidelines
15. Maintains professional appearance by following agency dress code
16. Attends department meetings and any other meetings required by supervisor
17. Adheres to and signs Annual Employee Agreement
18. Documents time off and time worked accurately according to agency policies
19. Performs other duties and assumes other responsibilities as assigned by direct supervisor
  
Skills:
• Basic computer skills
 
 Competencies: 
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Strong organizational skills
• Strong time management skills
• Good interpersonal skills
 
Qualifications:
Education: Minimum Degree Required: Master’s Degree in Speech/Language Pathology/Communication Disorders
Experience: Minimum Experience Required: Less than one year
Required License/Registration/ Certification: None
 
Physical Requirements: 
The frequent physical demands of the position are sitting, standing, walking, climbing, talking, listening, repetitive motions , lifting, carrying, pushing, pulling, stooping, balancing, crouching, reaching, handling, and grasping of children.