Speech Pathologist

Job Description

Job Description

SPEECH PATHOLOGIST - FEE FOR SERVICE CONTRACT

Mozaic (A Chapter of The Arc NY) is looking for a Speech Pathologist to help people with disabilities improve or manage their speech and communication skills. The role involves doing assessments and providing therapy to individuals with developmental disabilities. The goal is to help them live in the least restrictive settings, such as their home or day programs, especially in places where these services are not easily available.

SPEECH PATHOLOGIST DUTIES

The Speech Pathologist delivers tailored speech and language services to individuals, both one-on-one and in group settings, based on their unique needs. Services may include language development, interpretive assistance, and comprehensive speech and language therapy. In collaboration with families and caregivers, the Speech Pathologist supports treatment strategies that help individuals remain successfully in their homes or care placements.

They play a key role in advocating for individuals' rights and needs, participating in treatment reviews when appropriate, and serving as a communication link between individuals, families, day programs, residences, and other agencies to ensure coordinated care. The Speech Pathologist also trains agency staff in speech and language strategies and provides guidance on integrating communication-focused techniques into daily routines to support long-term outcomes.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

A Master's Degree in Speech and Language with New York State licensure. Certification as a Teacher of the Speech and Hearing Handicapped by NYS Education Department is preferred. Experience with developmentally disabled preferred.

PAY RANGE : $50-$100 / hour - Fee for service contract

HOURS PER WEEK : minimum 3 - max 14, depending on location / available

LOCATION : Seneca, Cayuga or Yates County

WHO WE ARE

Mozaic, a not-for-profit organization based in the Finger Lakes Region, specializes in providing services and residential facilities for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities. We are a prominent advocate for supporting and improving the lives of over 2,000 individuals with disabilities in our area.

Mozaic is an EEO / AA / Veteran / Disabled Employer

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