Speech Language Pathologist

51 St Johns Parkside, Buffalo, NY 142102515, USAReq #553

Friday, March 21, 2025

Are you a dynamic and caring Speech-Language Pathologist looking to make a real difference in the lives of individuals with speech, language, and communication challenges? OLV Human Services is seeking a compassionate, professional, and patient-focused Speech-Language Pathologist to join our team. As a key member of our team, you’ll have the opportunity to work with individuals, helping them overcome communication barriers and achieve their fullest potential.

Benefits:

• Paid School Breaks

• Paid Holidays

• Additional Paid Time Off (PTO)

• Free dental services at BVS Dental Clinic

• Paid Employer sponsored life insurance

• Supplemental insurance programs for additional life insurance, short-term disability, accident & cancer insurance

• Up to $600 every year for completing biometric health screenings on a single health insurance plan & up to $1,200 if a spouse completes too

Perks:

• Casual dress code

• OLV Tuition Reimbursement up to $7,200

• Qualifying Non-For-Profit for Federal Student Loan Forgiveness Program (click here to learn more: https://studentaid.gov/manage-loans/forgiveness-cancellation )

• Up to $180 annual gym reimbursement

• Take advantage of our Dental & Outpatient Mental Health services while working

• $$ Employee referral program $$

Salary Range: $53,000 - $65,000/annually, based on applicable experience

Full Job Description

Job Summary:

The Speech Language Pathologist will provide speech/language therapy services to individuals as outlined in their Individual Education Plan or Individual’s Family Service Plan. Services are to be provided in accordance with New York State practice act guidelines for Speech/Language Therapy Services, the American Speech, Language and Hearing Association as well as in accordance with all company, state and federal standards and regulations; as well as within all regulations and requirements set forth by the organizations with which the company collaborates.

Essential Job Duties:

1. Reviews all available documentation related to the individual prior to beginning treatment; including the IEP/IFSP, script and prior evaluations if available

2. Develop an appropriate treatment plan for each individual

3. Performs treatments according to IFSP/IEP and accepted professional standards and practices

4. Conducts ongoing assessment of individual during each visit, and modifies goals/outcomes/treatment plan accordingly

5. Performs appropriate parent/caregiver education and develops home programs as necessary

6. Works as part of an inter-disciplinary team, utilizing communication with all team members to enhance the treatment program of the individual

7. Maintains an accurate schedule

8. Submits all required documentation of visits according to established procedures

9. Performs evaluations as assigned and when necessary

10. Communicates with families on a regular basis

11. Keeps abreast of legal responsibilities, professional ethics, standards of practice and agency rules, policies and regulations.

12. Provides for own professional growth by attending continuing education and in-services; tracking this to assure compliance with state licensing requirements

13. Discontinues therapy when child no longer meets eligibility requirements

14. Provides own transportation to service locations

15. Maintains client confidentiality with HIPPA/FERPA and agency guidelines

16. Maintains professional appearance, follows agency dress code

17. Attends department meetings and any other meetings required by your supervisor

18. Adheres to and signs Annual Employee Agreement

19. Documents time off and time worked accurately according to agency policies

20. Performs other duties and assumes other responsibilities as assigned by their direct supervisor

Competencies:

• Strong written and verbal communication skills

• Strong organizational skills

• Strong time management skills

• Interpersonal skills

Qualifications:

Minimum Degree Required: Master’s Degree in Speech/Language Pathology/Communication Disorders

Minimum Experience Required: None

License/Registration/ Certification:

• Teacher of Speech and Hearing Handicapped Certification in NYS

• License in Speech/Language Pathology in NYS

• Current NYS Driver’s License

Training:

• Minimum of 30 hours of Continuing education per licensing period (3 years) as per NYS Office of Profession guidelines

• All required agency trainings

• All trainings required by programs you service individuals in, including but not limited to, OCFS and Early Intervention

Physical Requirements:

The frequent physical demands of the position are sitting, standing, walking, climbing, talking, listening, repetitive motions, lifting, carrying, pushing, pulling, balancing, stooping, crouching, reaching, handling of children and grasping.

Other details

• Job FunctionNon-Essential

• Pay TypeSalary

• Employment IndicatorFull Time

• Min Hiring Rate$53,000.00

• Max Hiring Rate$65,000.00

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• 51 St Johns Parkside, Buffalo, NY 142102515, USA