Speech-Language Pathologist, John Paul II Center for Special Learning
On-siteShillington, Pennsylvania, United States
Job Summary
Conduct speech-language and swallowing evaluations for adult program participants, developing individualized treatment plans addressing communication, articulation, swallowing, and feeding needs. Provide direct therapy services in individual and small-group settings while assessing dysphagia to recommend dietary modifications and safe swallowing strategies. Collaborate with participants, families, nursing staff, and interdisciplinary team members to support communication and feeding goals, maintaining accurate documentation of all evaluations and progress notes. Address articulation deficits, support expressive and receptive language development, and assist in developing functional communication skills for community engagement. Provide training to staff on communication strategies and safe feeding practices, while participating in interdisciplinary team meetings to update treatment goals.
Required Qualifications
- Master's Degree in Speech-Language Pathology from an accredited program
- Current Pennsylvania Speech-Language Pathologist license
- Experience in dysphagia assessment and treatment
- Experience providing articulation therapy
- Must have the ability to assist with feeding and swallowing assessments
- Must have the ability to move throughout the facility
- Must have the ability to participate in community-based programming as needed
- Must have the ability to lift, bend, and position materials or adaptive equipment when necessary
- Must exhibit respect for the teachings and discipline of the Church in regard to matters of faith and morals
- Must maintain a lifestyle that is in conformity with the teachings of the Catholic Church
Desired Qualifications
- Certificate of Clinical Competence (CCC-SLP)
- Experience working with adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities
- Knowledge of AAC systems and functional communication supports
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