Speech Language Pathologist (Licensed w/ TSSLD)

Job Title: Speech Language Pathologist (SLP)
Reports to : SLP Supervisor
Department: Clinical
Compensation: $82,000-$111,500

Company Overview:

Shrub Oak International School (www.shruboak.org) is a therapeutic day and residential school for autistic children, adolescents, and young adults with complex co-occurring conditions. Located in northern Westchester County, Shrub Oak offers unparalleled educational opportunities for autistic students in a family-centric, supportive environment. We offer a variety of programs to meet the needs of students across the spectrum, and our curriculum is based on the most advanced and successful evidence-based clinical and academic approaches in ASD education.

Essential Functions:

The licensed speech and language pathologist will provide expertise in speech and language and related services, serving as an integral part of our clinical team.They will conduct assessments, consult, and counsel, as well as design and develop treatment plans and interventions that meet the individualized needs of students. They will maintain key relationships and collaborate as needed and required with students, their families and all levels of staff at the Shrub Oak International School to ensure that the individualized needs of each student are met. Having access to confidential information, discretion and independent judgment is required.

• Provides individual and group speech and language services within a transdisciplinary model that are individualized in nature and meet the needs of each student

• Utilizes a variety of treatment approaches that are safe, creative and individualized to a particular student's needs

• Continually monitor students' progress and adjust treatments accordingly based on clinical observations and data collection

• Collaborates with other clinicians, and members of the Education and Residential team, to ensure carryover and generalization of communication skills across all aspects of a students' day

• Maintains appropriate records and reports as required

• Participates in professional development and Shrub Oak activities to advance field knowledge and to remain at the forefront of clinical advancements in the areas of intervention, evaluation, life skills and related areas

• Actively assists with other programs, events, and services administered through Shrub Oak and may be involved in a wider range of responsibilities

Please note: This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change, or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice.

Requirements:

Experience & Education:

• New York State SLP license in good professional standing required

• TSSLD certification required

• Master's degree in Speech-Language Pathologyrequired; doctorate degree preferred

• Minimum of three (3) years of relevant experience required; experience working with students with developmental disabilities or on the autistic spectrum in a school setting is strongly preferred

• Knowledge of augmentative and alternative communication systems (AAC) required

Skills & Abilities:

• Exceptional communication (oral and written) and active listening skills to appropriately understand and meet student needs. Must also be able to effectively communicate and interact with faculty, staff, families, and all external constituencies.

• Excellent analytical capabilities, with the ability to understand, problem-solve, and make sound determinations/decisions in complex situations.

• Demonstrated ability to collaborate effectively in a dynamic environment with multiple stakeholders while being sensitive and responsive to diverse needs, with a high degree of cultural competency and collegiality.

• Ability to interact effectively and proactively with a wide variety of individuals, valuing diversity and positively portraying our programs, personnel, and philosophies.

• Ability to adapt and remain flexible in evolving situations.

• Demonstrated sense of urgency and the ability to make sound, appropriate decisions under pressure in dynamic environments.

• Ability to multi-task and handle multiple situations with discretion and sensitivity, while exercising sound judgment.

• Ability to work effectively as part of a transdisciplinary team and collaborate cross-functionally with other disciplines and areas of Shrub Oak.

• Computer proficiency with a working knowledge of Microsoft Office and other software, and the ability to learn Azimuth SIS (our database management software).

• Ability to think analytically and critically, assessing a variety of information to make complex judgments on student situations, outcomes, and Shrub Oak policies and protocols.

• Ability to handle highly challenging behaviors, including those aggressive in nature

• Ability to get TCIS trained and complete/maintain all required trainings

Benefits:

Available for full-time employees. An overview of our benefits:

• Insurance coverage: Health, vision, dental, life, and disability insurance

• Flexible spending account (FSA)

• Paid time off (PTO)

• 401k w/ company match

• Tuition/Professional development assistance

• Employee assistance program (EAP)

• Employee discounts

Physical Requirements/Demands:

A workday regularly includes multiple or conflicting demands, deadlines and time pressures; work regularly requires sustained concentration. Standing for sustained periods of time, bending, stretching, walking up and down stairs (building has 6 floors), around a hilly campus as needed, may also require walking between floors or between buildings at a moment's notice. May need to lift/moveboxes up to 25 pounds and move or rearrange furniture.

Work Environment:

We are a boarding school located on a 127-acre campus. The work environment will include both indoor and outdoor spaces, mostly inside the classroom or educational environment. May include work within the residential setting. The building has 6 floors accessible by staircases and elevators.

EEO Statement:

Shrub Oak is an equal employment opportunity employer. Shrub Oak International School is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to apply for a job or to perform the essentials functions of their job. Please advise us if you require a reasonable accommodation.

Please note:

SOIS maintains a smoke-free environment to ensure the health and safety of our students, employees, and community. Smoking or vaping of any kind is strictly prohibited indoors, outdoors, and during off-campus activities, with enforcement measures in place including smoke/vape detectors. Non-compliance will result in disciplinary action up to and including termination.