Speech Pathologist-Contractor

Job DetailsJob Location

• Washington
• County -
• PAFUNCTION: Conducts developmental assessments, develops individual program plans and provides speech therapy for toddlers and consultation for their families. Reports to the Speech/Language Pathologist Supervisor of Early Intervention.

Responsibilities

1. Supports the achievement of children and family outcomes. 2. Participates as a member of an interdisciplinary team in assessing the development of developmentally delayed children in the areas of communication, hearing, oral motor, and feeding. 3. Writes assessments, identifies children’s strengths and needs and makes recommendations for treatment. 4. Shares assessment results with families. Cooperates with other agencies regarding all aspects of assessing developmentally delayed children. 5. Maintains upkeep of personal office space, and therapeutic equipment. Follows Universal Precautions. 6. Develops a team relationship with other specialists using the routines based early intervention philosophy. 7. Establishes rapport with the child and the family. 8. Maintains ongoing contact with the Assistant Early Intervention Director and Director if needed. 9. Performs other duties as assigned.Qualifications Equivalent of a Master’s Degree in Speech/Language Pathology with at least one year of related experience. Must meet Act 33, Act 34, and FBI clearance requirements prior to providing services. Valid Pennsylvania driver’s license and properly insured vehicle available for daily use. Current Pennsylvania licensure as a Speech/Language Pathologist required. Why Join Achieva? Purposeful Work: Empower families and make a direct impact in your local community.

Flexibility

• Contractors set their own schedules and caseload parameters.
• Supportive
• Culture: Be part of a values-based, inclusive, and mission-driven team. Our Commitment to Inclusion Achieva advocates with, empowers, and supports people with disabilities and their families throughout their lives. To request a reasonable accommodation, contact Achieva’s Human Resources Department at 412-995-5000 ext. 650 or email jobs@achieva.info.