Early Intervention Speech and Language Pathologist (Part-time)
Full Time
Camp Hill, PA 17011
Posted
Job description
Overview:
We share a passion and a purpose: to empower people to live meaningful lives. Our commitment to the people we support equips them to realize their full potential and live with the greatest degree of independence. We also work to change public perception as we relentlessly pursue a vision of communities that embrace the abilities of every individual.
If you would like to start an exciting career with an organization committed to excellence and innovation, please consider joining the UCP of Central PA team!
When it comes to where you work, we know you’ve got choices. Why not choose the leading edge of working here? As a Speech and Language Pathologist at UCP, you’ll enjoy:
Minimum requirements
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“Since my first day on the job, the other EI therapists and staff have been attentive and supportive as I began learning a new system and working with new clients. By helping make the transition as smooth as possible for me, my UCP colleagues have allowed me to hit the ground running." - Shannon B., Therapist
We share a passion and a purpose: to empower people to live meaningful lives. Our commitment to the people we support equips them to realize their full potential and live with the greatest degree of independence. We also work to change public perception as we relentlessly pursue a vision of communities that embrace the abilities of every individual.
If you would like to start an exciting career with an organization committed to excellence and innovation, please consider joining the UCP of Central PA team!
When it comes to where you work, we know you’ve got choices. Why not choose the leading edge of working here? As a Speech and Language Pathologist at UCP, you’ll enjoy:
- Opportunity to make a measurable difference every day!
- Position Type / Hours per week– PT
- Benefits may include: Medical, Prescription, Dental, Vision, 403(b) with Company Match, Life and Disability Insurance, Company
- Same day pay available with Tapcheck
- Contributions to Your HSA, Paid Time Off, and more!
- Extensive orientation program that will equip you for success
- Employee recognition programs to ensure that you feel valued and appreciated
- Multiple forums for providing feedback to the executive team so that your voice is heard
When it comes to what you’ll do as a Speech and Language Pathologist at UCP, here’s what to expect:
- Assist in developing outcomes, strategies, and data collection methods based on the child’s Evaluation Report (ER) and Individualized Family Service Plan (IFSP).
- Assess the needs, interest, and abilities of the family and child to determine appropriate ways to assist the family in meeting their functional goals as it relates to speech and language therapy.
- Assess on an ongoing basis the functional skills of the child in the areas of receptive and expressive language skills, oral motor development, feeding and swallowing, and augmentative communication needs.
- Provide families with individual session notes that include the outcome, strategies used, recommendations, and plans for the next session.
- Provide updates and information for quarterly reviews and annual evaluations in accordance with county guidelines to allow for adequate planning when determining the child's continued eligibility.
- Provide support and feedback to families/caregivers with suggestions and strategies to assist their child in achieving their IFSP goal.
- Act as a liaison with medical staff when appropriate.
- Develop and implement new policies and/or procedures within the functional area to support the continuous improvement of operational effectiveness and efficiency.
- Assist in the coordination of communication therapy services in compliance with governmental policies and standards. Maintain current mandated paperwork to include: State license, Child abuse clearance, State Police clearance, FBI clearance, 24 hours of training for Early Intervention, and any pertinent certifications related to license/expertise.
- Complete all Agency and county paperwork required for new referrals and ongoing services within outlined timelines.
- Maintain participants’ work files following HIPAA regulations.
What we’re looking for in a Speech and Language Pathologist at UCP:
Minimum requirements
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Bachelor’s degree within a related discipline expected and 2 to 5 years of learning experience within a related professional discipline preferred; OR Master’s degree within a related discipline and 0 to 2 years of learning experience within a related professional discipline preferred.
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Current license or eligible for PA State licensure.
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Completion of ASHA Certificate of Clinical Competency (CCC).
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Eligible for PA Promise Enrollment.
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Not on CMS Exclusion List.
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A valid driver’s license with a clean record.
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Ability to read and interpret documents in English. Ability to read and communicate verbally in English. Written communication skills in English may also be required.
Preferred, but not required
- One year of experience working with children.
- Knowledge of feeding, AAC, medically complex children with tracheotomy/passy-muir valves, etc.
While performing the duties of this position, a Speech and Language Pathologist at UCP will:
- Continuously sit, use a computer, express and exchange ideas, communicate with others, apply visual acuity less than 20 inches, and apply visual accuity greater than 20 feet
- Frequently sit, stand, walk, twist, move 1-10 pounds, move 11-50 pounds
- Occasionally move greater than 50 pounds, bend, stoop, squat, kneel, reach above shoulders, and work outdoors
- Rarely climb stairs, walk on uneven surfaces, use a computer, and apply visual depth perception and field of vision (if vehicle driving duties assigned)
UCP Central PA is committed to being an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and offers opportunities to all job seekers, including job seekers with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation to assist with your job search or application for employment, please contact us by sending an email to jobs@ucpcentralpa.org.
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