Speech & Language Pathologist

Early Intervention
Springfield, MA 01107, USA

• On-site
• Salary : $0 USD per year
• Pay or shift range: $70,000 USD to $80,000 USD
  The estimated range is the budgeted amount for this position. Final offers are based on various factors, including skill set, experience, location, qualifications and other job-related reasons.
• Professional
• Full-Time
• Requisition #: SPEEC006497

Description

The Center for Human Development currently has a need for a Speech and Language Pathologist in our Early Intervention Program.

The Speech and Language Pathologist will be responsible for conducting assessments with other members of the Early Intervention team in the greater Springfield area at the client’s homes. You will be providing treatment plans/strategies and direct treatment for children with speech and language delays. The Speech and Language Pathologist will be a part of a dedicated, supportive and exceptional team. You will also have the chance to work with a family centered model.

CHD understands how important continuing professional growth is critical to offering our clients the most innovative and effective treatment so we offer internal and external training opportunities; as well as CEU offerings.

RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE:

• Participate in arena trans-disciplinary eligibility evaluations of infants and toddlers
• Provide ongoing assessment of children enrolled in program
• Development of Individualized Family Service Plans (IFSPs), treatment plans, approaches, strategies
• Instruct/coach parents in implementation of developmentally appropriate language stimulation activities, emphasizing the importance of family involvement/follow through and outcomes/goals
• Provide and request consultation to team members which may include caregivers, day care providers, and/or educators
• Provide direct treatment to children with significant speech/language delays and or/ swallowing disorders in child’s natural setting
• Participate, at minimum, staff meetings one time per month
• This position may request service coordination to an assigned caseload.
• Facilitate weekly parent and child groups.

Requirements

• Current licensure by the Massachusetts Board of Registration in Speech-Language Pathology and Audiology and a certificate of Clinical Competence (CCC) granted by the American Speech, Language and Hearing Association, or
• Currently in clinical fellowship prior to being granted a CCC.

Payrate:

$70,000-$80,000, based on experience. Also take advantage of a phenomenal benefit package that includes Dental, Health and Life insurance. Paid time off, earned vacation time and paid holidays just to name a few.

Schedule:

This is a full-time opportunity, schedule is Monday-Friday 8:30 am-4:30pm.

At Center for Human Development (CHD) Care Finds a Way:

The Center for Human Development (CHD) provides a broad range of high quality, community-oriented human services dedicated to promoting, enhancing, and protecting the dignity and welfare of people in need. At CHD we are celebrating differences, inclusion is not just a policy- it is a daily practice. Multicultural, multilingual, and fluent in sign language, CHD is a reflection of those we serve.

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