Speech Language Pathologist(Full-Time)

Our Client is a private, therapeutic educational institution serving students aged 3 to 21 with a range of special needs, including learning, emotional, developmental disabilities, and autism. The school emphasizes independence, communication, and integration into the workplace and community. Students receive academic and therapeutic services, including job training and life skills development. The school collaborates with over 38 public school districts across the collar counties.

Position Overview

The Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP) is responsible for providing diagnostic and therapeutic services to students identified with speech and language impairments. The SLP will assess, plan, and implement individualized treatment plans to support students' communication needs, collaborating with educators, parents, and other professionals to ensure optimal student outcomes.

Key Responsibilities

• Assessment & Diagnosis: Conduct comprehensive evaluations to identify speech and language disorders, including articulation, fluency, voice, and receptive/expressive language skills.

• Individualized Education Plans (IEPs): Develop, implement, and monitor IEPs for students, setting specific and measurable goals tailored to each student's needs.

• Therapeutic Services: Provide direct and indirect therapy services to students, utilizing various models such as one-on-one, small group, and integrated therapy sessions

• Collaboration: Work closely with classroom teachers, special education staff, and parents to share information and expertise, ensuring a cohesive approach to student development.

• Assistive Technology: Instruct students in the use of appropriate communication technologies (e.g., hearing aids, FM systems, augmentative communication devices) to minimize the adverse educational impact of communication disorders.

• Documentation: Maintain accurate and up-to-date records, including progress reports, treatment plans, and screening results, in compliance with legal and regulatory requirements.

• Professional Development: Participate in meetings, workshops, and seminars, and provide in-service training and consultation to staff and parents for collaboration and professional growth.

Qualifications

• Education: Master’s degree in Speech-Language Pathology from an accredited program

• Licensure: Valid Professional Educator License (PEL) endorsed for Speech and Language Pathologist (Teaching or Non-Teaching) in Illinois.

• Experience: Experience with students with special needs is preferred.

• Skills: Proficient use of technology systems, assistive technology devices, and the ability to develop, implement, and monitor speech, language, and communication programming

• Training: Ability to participate in twelve (12) hours of Nonviolent Crisis Intervention (NVCI) training and technique