Job Description
EXCEPTIONAL STUDENTS DESERVE EXCEPTIONAL THERAPISTS.... Our client is an outstanding School District located in Chestertown Maryland. This is a contract positions for the 2006/2007 School Year. Our opening is elementary school with PreK-6 to provide screening evaluation therapeutic and educationally relevant services to students that are speech and/or language impaired with varied diagnosis. This is a ten month position and duties may include but are not limited to the following: JOB TASKS/RESPONSIBILITIES: Organizes and implements a speech and language screening process in a time-frame or sequence consistent with district directives. Assists in the identification of hearing disorders and makes recommendations for diagnostic evaluations. Diagnoses speech and language disorders and makes referrals for additional diagnostic testing when indicated and maintains relevant records. Develops a speech therapy schedule consistent with placement and frequency as indicated on the Individualized Education Plan (IEP) for each student. Conducts therapy sessions in accordance with professional practices and techniques. Informs classroom teachers and other appropriate school personnel of progress of students receiving speech/language/hearing services and distributes progress reports to the parent every none (9) weeks.. Develops and maintains communication with other allied professionals. Continues professional growth through a review of the literature membership in professional organizations attendance at professional meetings and participation at in-service programs. Meets and consults with parents administrators and others to develop individual educational plans for students who are speech and/or language impaired. Ensures that documents required under Federal State and District guidelines are completed and maintained in students cumulative records. Conducts speech language and/or hearing screenings for students referred by teachers parents and Child Study Team or Student Support Team. ASHA recommended caseloads A great opportunity to work and live in the beauty of the Eastern Shore and the tranquility of rural living. Qualifications: Must hold a Masters Degree in either Speech Language Pathology or Communication Disorders; a current state license (or eligible) hold ASHA Certificate of Clinical Competence. Excellent hourly rates and Per diem offered based upon IRS eligibility; benefits include: medical insurance; 401K; relocation assistance; optional paid sick leave; reimbursement for state licensure renewal fees and/or teacher certifications; and completion bonus. In addition we provide clinical orientation and ongoing support from one of our licensed therapists/clinical coordinators. Respond now and learn how YOU can be a part of our team! ...BUILDING SELF-CONFIDENT CHILDREN...ONE PROFESSIONAL AT A TIME! keywords: SLP speech language pathologist speech language pathology speech therapy speech therapist speech pathology speech pathologist pediatric JOB REFERENCE: Please make sure that Job#: 135459-JJ appears in the subject line of your email response. BONUS/COMMISSION: The bonus/commission for this position includes: Completion Bonus RELOCATION PREFERENCES: Client prefers to hire candidates that are located locally. RELOCATION EXPENSES: Client is willing to pay relocation fee. JOB DURATION: This job is scheduled to last 2006-07 SY. BENEFITS: Client offers benefits with this position. PAY RATE: The base Pay Rate for this position is between 33 and 38 hourly. EXPERIENCE DESIRED/REQUIRED: Applicants should have at least 1 year(s) of experience.
