Speech Language Pathologist (Early Intervention)

Job Description

Job Description

Job Description

We are seeking a licensed Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP) to provide Early Intervention services to children from birth to age 3 throughout Long Island.

The Speech-Language Pathologist will provide developmentally appropriate, family-centered services in children's natural environments, including the home and community , to support the development of functional communication skills. Services may address receptive and expressive language, speech development, social communication, feeding and oral-motor skills, and other communication needs as clinically appropriate.

The SLP will work collaboratively with parents and caregivers, service coordinators, and other Early Intervention providers to support each child's Individualized Family Service Plan (IFSP) outcomes and promote the generalization of skills across everyday routines and activities.

• Provide Early Intervention speech and language services to children birth–3 in home and community settings
• Implement individualized interventions based on each child's developmental needs and IFSP outcomes
• Address receptive and expressive language, speech development, functional communication, social communication, feeding, and oral-motor skills as appropriate
• Utilize evidence-based, developmentally appropriate, and family-centered intervention strategies
• Incorporate intervention into the child's natural routines, activities, and environment
• Educate and coach parents and caregivers on strategies they can use to support communication development throughout daily routines
• Collaborate with service coordinators and other members of the child's Early Intervention team
• Monitor child progress and adjust intervention strategies based on ongoing clinical assessment
• Complete required Early Intervention documentation, including session notes and progress reports, accurately and within required timeframes
• Participate in team communication and IFSP-related activities as appropriate
• Maintain ethical and professional standards in accordance with New York State requirements and professional guidelines

• Current New York State Speech-Language Pathologist license
• Master's degree in Speech-Language Pathology, Communication Sciences and Disorders, or a related qualifying field
• Pediatric and/or Early Intervention experience preferred but not required
• Experience working with children from birth to age 3 is a plus
• Ability to pass all required background checks and Early Intervention clearances
• Strong communication, organization, documentation, and clinical reasoning skills
• Ability to work independently in home and community settings while collaborating with an interdisciplinary team
• Ability to effectively coach and collaborate with parents and caregivers
• Professional, reliable, flexible, and child- and family-centered

• Flexible scheduling
• Ability to build a caseload based on your availability and preferred geographic area
• Ongoing clinical and administrative support
• Opportunities for professional growth and advancement
• Health insurance for eligible full-time employees
• Roth IRA retirement account
• Paid sick time

Pay: $68–$75 per hour, based on experience and qualifications
Job Type: Contract, Part-time, or Full-time
Population: Early Intervention — Birth to 3 years old
Work Location: In person; home and community-based services throughout Long Island