Preschool / CPSE Evaluator - Speech Language Pathologist - PT Independent Contractor - QSAC Education

The compensation for this position is $125-$150 per completed evaluation

This position requires travel throughout the Queens, NY area in the homes of these individuals

Responsibilities

• Implement speech language pathology evaluations for children 2.7-5 years old.
• Must coordinate meetings in the families’ home, community, or mutually agreed upon location to provide assessment of the child.
• Conduct developmental assessment reports, including The Preschool Language Scales-5 (PLS-5) and the Goldman-Fristoe Test of Articulation-3 (GFTA-3) to determine areas of delay and write comprehensive evaluation report indicating the findings including developing SMART goals to be included in the development of children’s Individualized Education Program (IEP).
• Maintain participant/family confidentiality.
• Commitment to company values and adherence to policies.
• Perform other duties as assigned by supervisors and/or senior management.

Minimum Qualifications

• Annual Professional Liability Insurance $1M per occurrence / $3M annual aggregate
• Annual Mandated Reporter workshop
• Bachelors Degree
• NYS License and ASHA Certificate of Clinical Competence (CCC)
• NYS Certification as a Teacher of the Speech and Hearing handicapped (TSHH) or Teacher of Students with Speech Language Disabilities ( TSSLD)
• Knowledge of augmentative and alternative communication (AAC) systems, including Picture Exchange Communication System (PECS)
• Clearance through state mandated background/fingerprint check(s).
• Ability to communicate effectively with others and individuals served.
• Knowledge of the assessment and treatment of toddlers and preschoolers.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Exceptional efficiency and organizational skills.
• Ability to write detailed reports.

Mission

QSAC is a New York City and Long Island based nonprofit that supports children and adults with autism, together with their families, in achieving greater independence, realizing their future potential, and contributing to their communities in a meaningful way by offering person-centered services. QSAC pursues this mission through direct services that provide a supportive and individualized setting for children and adults with autism to improve their communication, socialization, academic, and functional skills.