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Speech Language Pathologist- NC
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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.
$83,291 / year median in North Carolina
+8% projected growth
Job Description
Speech Language Pathologist- NC Melmark - 3.1 Charlotte, NC Job Details Full-time $82,500 a year 1 day ago Benefits 403(b) matching AD&D insurance Paid holidays Disability insurance Health insurance Dental insurance Flexible spending account Tuition reimbursement Paid time off Pension plan Vision insurance 403(b) Qualifications Master's degree in speech-language pathology (SLP) Experience working with children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) Experience working with individuals with neurodevelopmental disorders Patients with cognitive disabilities Experience working with individuals with cognitive disabilities Childhood developmental delays Master's degree Driver's License Speech-Language Pathology License Experience working with adults with disabilities Adults with developmental disabilities Experience working with individuals who use assistive communication devices Experience working with individuals with acquired communication disorders Experience working with individuals with neurological conditions Full Job Description Speech Language Pathologist Melmark Overview Melmark is a nonprofit organization providing clinically-sophisticated evidence-based special education, residential, vocational, and therapeutic services for children and adults diagnosed with autism spectrum disorders, developmental and intellectual disabilities, acquired brain injuries, medical complexities, and other neurological and genetic disorders. SLP Overview The Speech-Language Pathologist is responsible for all clinical duties including identification, diagnosis and therapy of individuals with communication disorders which are appropriate to the ages and populations served. Additional clinical duties of therapists include management of treatment delivered through direct therapeutic services, tracking information and consultative services as needed. Schedule and Salary Information Monday- Friday 7:30a-4p
Starting Salary:
$82,500.00 (+) based on years of experience Requirements Minimum of a Master's Degree as a Speech-Language Therapist from an Educational Services Board Approved (American Speech-Language-Hearing Association-ASHA) approved university program. Strong Clinical Fellowship (CFY) Candidate will be considered Must be licensed as a Speech-Language Pathologist with the North Carolina Board of Examiners for Speech Language Pathologists and Audiologist. CCC-SLP certified from ASHA, however CF will be accepted with supervision requirement. Experience and/or training in augmentative communication, manual communication, clinical or practicum background with Developmentally Delayed, Emotionally/Behaviorally Disturbed, Cognitively Challenged, Autism, Pervasive Development Disorder and Brain Injured individuals. A valid US driver's license and a minimum age of twenty-one (21) years old. Must be capable of attaining approved Melmark driver status. SLP Responsibilities Implement Behavior Support Plans for each student as designed Implements IEP objectives as written and designed Comes prepared to planning meetings with current performance levels and proposed objectives. Collects, summarizes and presents baseline data in preparation for final planning meeting. Creates Goals and Objectives for final planning meeting. Follows timelines in the preparation and writing of IEP document. Collaborates with team on determining the best three year evaluation tools. Completes 3 Year assessments thoroughly, relevant to the child and on time. Conducts thorough assessments/screenings upon student admission . Benefits Work with a nationally known leader in quality-driven initiatives Generous Paid Time Off Benefits including Vacation, Holiday and Sick! Melmark Sponsored Pension Plan AND 403(b) with employer matching Health, Dental, Vision Insurance Flexible Spending Accounts for Health and Dependent Care Life, AD&D, and Disability insurance Tuition Reimbursement Generous Student Loan Reimbursement Professional Conference and Research Opportunities Onsite CEUs at no cost to employee
INDMCS Location:
Melmark NC
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Direct Program Support Schedule:
Full Time, Day Shift