School Speech Therapist

New Hire Sign-On Bonus $2,000

As a Speech Therapist, you will join an energetic department to work with students across multiple age groups to facilitate the treatment of speech and language disorders & feeding.

The Speech Therapist position is full time at the Elizabeth Lee Black School. This position works the school calendar year and the 5-week Summer Extended School Year Program.

Responsibilities:

• Conducts screening and evaluations for students in the areas of speech, language and hearing.
• Aides in the selection and scheduling of caseloads.
• Develops IEP’s in coordination with parents/guardians, other agency staff members, and LEA. Develops appropriate instructional materials and techniques to meet the needs of all children served.
• Conducts therapeutic intervention in accordance with IEP goals.
• Serves as liaison to administration, parents and the interdisciplinary team in the areas of speech, hearing and language.
• Is responsible for data collection and report writing regarding therapeutic intervention.
• Maintains verbal/written contact with parents/guardians regarding therapeutic progress and communication strategies.
• Attends meetings regarding school/BNI and department policies and procedures.
• Develops weekly treatment plans corresponding to lEPs.
• Implements departmental programs, policies and procedures related to the program.
• Establishes working relationships with other multi-disciplinary team members in the Learning Center.

Qualifications:

• Must be at least 18 years or older
• Master’s Degree in Speech Language Pathology (CCC-SLP) preferred
• Must possess a current PA license and PA teaching Certificate
• Experience with AAC devices, signing, or PEC system would be preferred, but SLP will be trained in all systems.
• Must have a valid driver’s license
• Eligibility for State Police Criminal Record Check and Child Abuse History Clearance
• PA Department of Education FBI clearance required

Perks with a Purpose
Our benefits are created with YOU in mind.

Healthcare
• Highmark Medical and Mental Health
• Free Delta Dental Coverage
• Free Davis Vision Coverage
• Short & Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Healthcare Flexible Spending Account
Financial Well-being
• 401K and 403B Retirement Savings options
• On-Demand Pay
• Employee Referral Bonus program
• Student Loan Forgiveness
• College Scholarship & Tuition Discounts
• Employee Discounts
Life & Family Support
• Free Life Insurance
• Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account
• LifeSolutions Employee Assistance Program
• Erie Campus*- discounted on-site weekday childcare
• Employee discounts for select events and services

Who is Barber National Institute?

The Barber National Institute is a non-profit committed to its mission of providing the highest quality services for children and adults with autism, intellectual disabilities, or behavioral health challenges and their families. Since our founding in 1952, we have evolved into a multi-faceted organization serving more than 6,200 individuals annually with a wide range of educational, vocational, residential, early intervention, and behavioral health programs.

We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, age, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability or any other legally protected status. If you need an accommodation to apply, please contact HR. EOE