The therapist will manage a special education preschool classroom for children with IEPs, focusing on communication, articulation, and oral motor skills. Responsibilities include documenting session notes, submitting reports, and collaborating with staff and parents to integrate therapy into the curriculum.
Requirements summary
Candidates must hold a Master's degree in Speech Therapy and possess an ASHA certificate and New York State licensure. A minimum of 1-2 years of experience as a speech therapist is required.
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Job description
Since 1893, Helen Keller Services (HKS) has been committed to improving the lives of individuals who are blind, visually impaired, or have combined hearing and vision loss. HKS serves in the New York City/Long Island area from its new headquarters in dynamic downtown Brooklyn and the Helen Keller National Center for Deaf-Blind Youth and Adults of Sands Point, New York, which has a network of regional offices that extends HKS' reach across the United States.
We currently have an exciting opening for a Speech Language Therapist in our Children's Learning Center Preschool! Located in Brooklyn, NY, the Speech Language Therapist will conduct a special education preschool classroom for children with an Individualized Education Plan (IEP).
Specific responsibilities will include
Record daily session notes into the appropriate system.
Compose and submit all Children’s Learning Center Quarterly and Annual Reports according to the associated deadlines
Participate and contribute in weekly team meetings and all full staff meetings.
Maintain a professional demeanor at all times and contribute to the upkeep of their personal space and shared work space.
Must be able to explain, demonstrate, provide instruction and reinforce speech therapy goals to both the student’s parents and in-classroom staff. This will be done through working collaboratively with his / her follow therapists, teachers and the school principal to incorporate monthly curriculum themes into therapy sessions. The key elements of therapy sessions will include the following, when appropriate:
Student’s communication skills, these include both receptive and expressive language skills
Student’s articulation skills.
Oral motor skills, this includes feeding, swallowing, chewing skills.
Use and development of Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC) devices by for the student
The Speech Language Therapist must respect the rights of each student’s family to participate in decisions regarding their assessment and instructional program.
Facilitate each student’s independence and problem solving in their speech / language, cognitive and social emotional skills.
Communicate regularly with families of our students through the digital communication platform or other means of communication. Respond to parent inquires in a timely manner.
Benefits
Dental Insurance
Employee Assistance Program
Life Insurance
Paid Time Off
Vision Insurance
Medical Insurance
Paid Sick Time
Disability Benefits
Healthcare Flexible Spending Accounts
Paid Personal Time
Voluntary Ancillary Benefits
403(b) Savings Plan With Company Match
The position is required to complete 30 hours of continuing competency learning activities during every three-year registration cycle. Of these 30 hours, at least 20 must be completed in a "professional" area, and the remainder may be in a "related area” in addition toother agency required trainings.
Following the initial six-month period covering the first year, staff are required to complete 15 hours of approved training annually, resulting in a minimum of 30 hours of approved training every two years
Responsible for other duties as may be assigned or requested by his/her immediate supervisor and/or the Director of the Department.
EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE
Master’s Degree from a College accredited in the field of Speech Therapy required.
Minimum 1-2 years’ experience working as a speech therapist.
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and school-related applications
Certificates, licenses, registrations
ASHA Certificate. licensed speech-language pathologist and audiologist in practice is required to complete 30 hours of continuing competency learning activities [http://www.op.nysed.gov/prof/slpa/speechcefaq.htm#learn] during every three-year registration cycle. Of these 30 hours, at least 20 must be completed in a "professional" area, and the remainder may be in a "related area." The registration is through the New York State Office of Professions.
Physical demands
The employee must frequently lift and/or move children that are up to 50 pounds safely. Additionally, the employee must be able to safely move children into and out of adaptive equipment, wheelchairs and strollers.
Benefits
At HKS we strive to provide a healthy work-life balance for our employees. We offer generous paid time off and comprehensive benefit package including:
Paid Time Off (in accordance with the school calendar), Paid Personal Time and Paid Sick Time
Health Benefits Package including Medical, Dental and Vision coverage
Healthcare Flexible Spending Accounts: Life Insurance and Disability benefits
Voluntary Ancillary Benefits: 403 (b) Savings Plan with company match
Employee Assistance Program
Market context
Brooklyn speech therapy roles stay competitive
In Brooklyn, speech language therapist openings are often driven by school and healthcare settings needing licensed clinicians who can support diverse caseloads. These roles are competitive because employers typically look for a master’s degree, ASHA certification, New York State licensure, and prior experience. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to quickly compare fit and save time before applying.
