SLP - FFS

Make a Meaningful Impact Every Day - Join OLV Human Services as a Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) - Fee-for-Service (FFS)!

Are you a dynamic and caring Speech Language Pathologist looking to make a real difference in the lives of individuals with speech, language, and communication challenges?

OLV Human Services is looking for a dedicated, compassionate, and motivated SLP - FFS to join our mission-driven team and help individuals find their voice, improve their communication, and unlock their full potential.

At OLVHS you'll have the tools, support, and professional freedom to help our individuals overcome communication barriers and achieve their fullest potential.


Job Summary:
Provide speech/language therapy services to individuals as outlined in their Individual Education Plan or Individual's 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 in accordance with all company, state and federal standards and regulations; as well as within all regulations and requirements set forth by the organizations with which the company collaborates.


Essential Job Duties:
1. Reviews all available documentation related to the individual prior to beginning treatment; including the IEP/IFSP, script and prior evaluations if available
2. Develops an appropriate treatment plan for each individual
3. Performs treatments according to IFSP/IEP and accepted professional standards and practices
4. Conducts ongoing assessment of individual during each visit, and modifies goals/outcomes/treatment plan accordingly
5. Performs appropriate parent/caregiver education and develops home programs as necessary
6. Works as part of an inter-disciplinary team, utilizing communication with all team members to enhance the treatment program of the individual
7. Maintains an accurate schedule
8. Submits all required documentation of visits according to established procedures
9. Performs evaluations as assigned and when necessary
10. Communicates with families on a regular basis
11. Keeps abreast of legal responsibilities, professional ethics, standards of practice and agency rules, policies and regulations.
12. Provides for own professional growth by attending continuing education and in-services; tracking this to assure compliance with state licensing requirements
13. Discontinues therapy when child no longer meets eligibility requirements
14. Provides own transportation to service locations
15. Maintains client confidentiality with HIPPA/FERPA and agency guidelines
16. Maintains professional appearance, follows agency dress code
17. Attends department meetings and any other meetings required by your supervisor
18. Adheres to and signs Annual Employee Agreement
19. Performs other duties and assumes other responsibilities as assigned by their direct supervisor
20. Will be reimbursed for each session that is completed appropriately and in accordance with established billing procedures.

Skills:
• Basic computer skills

Competencies:
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Strong organizational skills
• Strong time management skills
• Interpersonal skills

Qualifications:

Education: Minimum Degree Required: Master's Degree in Speech/Language Pathology/Communication Disorders

Experience: Minimum Experience Required: 1-2 years of pediatric experience is required

License/Registration/ Certification:
• Teacher of Speech and Hearing Handicapped Certification in NYS
• License in Speech/Language Pathology in NYS
• Valid NYS Driver's License

Training:
• Minimum of 30 hours of Continuing education per licensing period (3 years) as per NYS Office of Profession guidelines
• All required agency trainings
• All trainings required by programs you service individuals in, including but not limited to, OCFS and Early Intervention

Physical Requirements:
The frequent physical demands of the position are sitting, standing, walking, climbing, talking, listening, repetitive motions, lifting, carrying, pushing, pulling, balancing, stooping, crouching, reaching, handling of children and grasping.

All services rendered will be paid at the Fee-For-Service (FFS) rate. The pay rate varies depending on the service provided and will be outlined prior to assignment of each service.