Speech Language Pathologist, School-Based, FT

*Beginning in November, PEDIATRIC THERAPIES, INC., a SMALL, LOCAL contract company, is seeking a FT School-Based Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP) to serve one elementary school in Chesterfield County Public Schools. You will be fully oriented by another experienced speech therapist on our team, then work alongside two other SLPs in one school building. In addition, you will by supported by a wonderful lead therapist within the county. * Check you match the skill requirements for this role, as well as associated experience, then apply with your CV below. *High pay rate Follow the School Calendar Benefits Work alongside an awesome, supportive team Pay rates are based on experience. If you are a clinical fellow or new to school-based practice, you will have the support of mentor SLPs.* *Pediatric Therapies, Inc.*, is a therapist owned, small company serving 12 school districts surrounding Richmond, VA. The small business size allows us to maintain close-knit, long-term friendships with the therapists on our team. Many of the therapists on our team note the dramatic difference in working with a small, local contract company where you get to know everyone in-person and feel supported daily by the team and administration. I am an OT and have served as the owner of the business for the past twenty years. At the school they will serve, I meet each therapist (who is new to the team) their first week of school to help with orientation. In addition to support from the owner, you will be supported by our amazing group administrator who stays in close touch with the team. I maintain clear and open communication with the therapists on our team and the administrators in the counties we serve. As a result, longstanding contracts are maintained within counties for 20 years or more. We provide therapy services to students within the public school system setting in the Southside and Central Region of *VA*. Working alongside experienced speech language pathologists, we support many new graduates during their fellowship year The SLP or CF will serve a manageable caseload. Within the county, the speech-language pathologist will be fully supported working alongside other full-time speech therapists who come with years of school-based experience. In addition, you will work together with the OT and PT team within the county It's an awesome group *Speech Language Pathologist Qualifications, Education and Experience* * *Must possess a Master’s Degree in speech-language pathology and/or current VA license in school speech-language pathology issued by the Virginia Board of Examiners for Audiology and Speech-language pathology.* We are looking for a caring, energetic, positive, friendly, enthusiastic applicant who loves working with kids and is passionate about the field of speech therapy. Join our experienced team of school-based professionals (OTs, PTs, SLPs, & School Psychologists) who are dedicated to providing high-quality educationally relevant therapy services to support student independence and success within the school environment. Whether you are a seasoned professional or at the beginning of your career, consider utilizing your talents as a SLP to enable children to engage in valued learning and school-related activities. *Employment Terms:* *Follow the school calendar* *One full-time ( 5 days per week) position is available* Follow the school calendar Our rich, customizable benefit package includes mileage reimbursement for commute time, health and dental insurance, retirement plan, licensure renewal reimbursement, and continuing education reimbursement. \_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_ How We Are Different: Culture- Our culture of collaboration, appreciation, trust and gratitude fosters teamwork and retention. Flexibility-The ability to set your own schedule. Rewards Package- Customizable benefits and compensation packages. Support- Therapists have access to mentorship. Veteran therapists provide guidance, knowledge, and support to colleagues with less experience. Service- Join a team that has an excellent reputation for delivering quality service. We maintain long-term contracts with the counties we serve. \_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_ *Position Summary* Performs professional work assessing and diagnosing student speech and language disorders, providing strategies and interventions designed to improve or correct communication disorders and related work as apparent or assigned. Work is performed under the limited supervision of the Director of Special Education. *Qualification Requirements* _To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily. The requirements and qualifications listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable an individual with disabilities to perform the essential functions._ *Speech Language Pathologist Essential Functions* * Provides therapeutic services to students with speech, language and hearing impairments. * Provides thorough assessments and diagnosis of speech, voice, hearing, language and motor speech disorders. * Provides speech/language and hearing screenings (when required) to identify children with a suspected speech or language impairment at regular intervals and at specific levels. * Assists in proper referrals of individuals to agencies and specialists in the community as appropriate. * Maintains accurate, complete and correct records for the individual student receiving therapy as required by law, school board policies and administrative regulations and procedures. * Develops individualized educational programs (IEPs) for identified students and provides appropriate therapy programs to meet individual needs. * Serves as a liaison between home, school, and the community in matters relating to speech and language development of children. * Collaborates with classroom teachers, parents, and appropriate community agencies to address student needs and provide support. * Maintains continuing education credits by staying up to date with research to include evidenced based practices and current trends in the field. * Serves as a consultant to teachers, parents, and school staff members on topics relating to communication skills and disorders. * Independently manages a caseload to include chairing meetings (child study, eligibility, and IEP for speech only students). * Implements evidenced based practice strategies during structured therapy sessions. * Collects data and maintains documentation of service logs. * Conducts Assistive Technology evaluations for Alternative Augmentative Communication (AAC) using devices or other low-tech forms of communication. * Performs any other related duties as assigned by the Director of Exceptional Education. *Speech Language Pathologist Knowledge, Skills and Abilities* * Thorough knowledge of the principles, practices and procedures of speech and language diagnosis and therapy * Thorough knowledge of casework methods and procedures. * Thorough knowledge of local, state and federal resources, programs, procedures, laws, rules and regulations. * Skill in the use of computer equipment. * Ability to conduct interviews, assessments and diagnosis effectively and analyze needs and problems objectively. * Ability to communicate ideas clearly and concisely, orally and in writing * Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with children, students, parents, associates and the general public. * Ability to travel frequently to and from schools within the division. *Speech Language Pathologist Physical Requirements* * Must have the training and experience necessary to develop consistent, stable, and supportive relationships with very young children. * Able to ensure a safe and healthy environment for children and staff, all staff should demonstrate that they are in good health. * This work requires the frequent exertion of up to 10 pounds of force and occasional exertion of up to 50 pounds of force. * Work regularly requires sitting and speaking or hearing, frequently requires using hands to finger, handle or feel and occasionally requires standing, walking, lifting and repetitive motions. * Work has standard vision requirements. * Vocal communication is required for expressing or exchanging ideas by means of the spoken word and conveying detailed or important instructions to others accurately, loudly or quickly * Hearing is required to perceive information at normal spoken word levels and to receive detailed information through oral communications and/or to make fine distinctions in sound. * Work requires preparing and analyzing written or computer data, using measuring devices and observing general surroundings and activities. *Speech Language Pathologist Special Requirements* * Possession of postgraduate license with a speech pathology endorsement * Valid driver's license in the Commonwealth of Virginia. _*Pediatric Therapies, Inc. Equal Opportunity Employer Statement*_ _As an Equal Opportunity Employer, Pediatric Therapies, Inc. does not discriminate against applicants on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, political affiliation, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, age, marital status, genetic information, disability or protected veteran status._ _We will recruit and select applicants for employment solely on the basis of their qualifications. Our guidelines and practices, including those relating to wages, benefits, transfers, promotions, terminations and self-development opportunities, will also be administered without regard to race, color, religion, sex/sexual orientation, gender/gender identity, age, marital status, genetic information, national origin, ancestry, political affiliation, disability, protected veteran status and all other classes protected by the Federal and State Law. Drug Free Workplace._ Job Type: Full-time Pay: $47.00 - $55.00 per hour Expected hours: 8 – 40 per week Benefits: * Continuing education credits * Dental insurance * Disability insurance * Flexible schedule * Health insurance * License reimbursement * Referral program * Retirement plan * Travel reimbursement * Wellness program Application Question(s): * Do you have the ability to Commute to the specific location? Education: * Master's (Required) License/Certification: * Driver's License (Required) * Speech Language Pathology License VA (Required) Ability to Commute: * Chesterfield, VA (Required) Ability to Relocate: * Chesterfield, VA: Relocate before starting work (Required) Work Location: In person