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Speech Language Pathologist
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What they do
A Speech Language Pathologist diagnoses and treats speech, language, and swallowing disorders in patients with a variety of conditions. Helps patients improve their ability to make sounds or use language, or develop non-spoken means of communication. May specialize in working with patients of a certain age group, or treat speech problems resulting from a condition such as a stroke or cleft palate. Works in schools, hospitals and other healthcare facilities and works closely with physicians, psychologists, social workers, and other therapists.
$87,831 / year median in Connecticut
+8% projected growth
Job Description
Schedule:
Monday to Friday, 7:30 AM to 4:00 PM (In-Person)Summer Hours:
Monday to Friday 8:00 AM - 2:00 PM (In-Person) Please note: This position requires a year-round commitment, including both the regular school year and our summer session. We do not offer summer-only employment. Benefits Moderate Caseload Trainings provided by Solterra Academy Competitive salary with annual reviews and potential bonuses. Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance plans. Retirement savings plan with employer matching. Time off based on service length and position type for personal, medical, and vacation needs. Educational Reimbursement up to $5,250. Responsibilities Screen, assess, diagnose, and treat speech and language disorders Develop and implement individualized treatment plans and IEP goals Track and document student progress on IEP goals and communication Conduct triennial evaluations and prepare reports within required timelines Participate in PPT meetings and collaborate with primary teams Partner with families and caregivers to support carryover of skills Communicate effectively with staff using culturally responsive practices Utilize Therapeutic Crisis Intervention (TCI) strategies and de-escalation techniques Complete Medicaid documentation and service hour logs May supervise college students for clinical field experience or a Clinical Fellowship Year (CFY) as requested by administration. Requirements Master's Degree in Speech and Language Pathology Connecticut Department of Public Health SLP licensure (or pending) ASHA Certification (or Clinical Fellowship Year in progress) CT State Department of Education 061 Certification (or pending) CPR Certification (required within 90 days of hire; training provided by Solterra Academy) Therapeutic Crisis Intervention (TCI) certification (training provided by Solterra Academy) Experience working with students with emotional or behavioral disabilities preferred Background Check Requirements All candidates for employment will be subject to pre-employment background screening for this position, which include drug testing based on the position description and job requirements. All offers are contingent upon the successful completion of the background check.Benefits
- Health Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Other Retirement and Savings