Overview

“Since my first day on the job, the other EI therapists and staff have been attentive and supportive as I began learning a new system and working with new clients. By helping make the transition as smooth as possible for me, my UCP colleagues have allowed me to hit the ground running." - Shannon B., Therapist

Unlock the power of communication and transform lives as an Early Intervention Speech Pathologist. We are looking for a dedicated professional to join our team, providing essential support to children and families during their critical developmental years. If you are passionate about helping children reach their speech and language milestones, and thrive in a collaborative and compassionate environment, we invite you to be a crucial part of our early intervention team. Make a lasting impact.

Want to work for a company that….

• Was recently named a PA Best Place to Work.
• Welcomes both entry level and experienced individuals. 
• Creates systems like UCP Listens to encourage and collect anonymous feedback from all staff.
• Commits to an open-door policy so that problems are heard and addressed in a timely fashion. 
• Recognizes you for your hard work and success and allows for peer-to-peer recognition.
• Creates opportunities for you to grow your income and knowledge through programs like UCP’s Career Pathfinder.
• Rewards you for referring your friends and family to join our team, how’s an extra $1,000 sound?
• Provides you with a comprehensive paid orientation to equip you for success.
• Provides a variety of schedule options to fit your lifestyle.
• Recognizes, embraces, and values everyone’s unique diversity.

Who are we?

At UCP Central PA, we share a passion and a purpose: to empower people of diverse abilities to live a meaningful life through innovative support and services. We also work to relentlessly pursue a vision of communities that embrace the abilities of every individual. If you would like to start an exciting job with a company committed to excellence and innovation, all while doing what we do, please consider joining the UCP of Central PA team!

When it comes to where you work, we know you’ve got choices…here’s what we provide:

• Pay Rate: Negotiable, based on experience
• Position Status: Full-time
• Schedule: Monday-Friday, hours flexible to meet referral needs
• Benefits may include: Medical, Prescription, Dental, Vision, Retirement Plan with Company Match, Life and Disability Insurance, Company Contributions to Your Health Savings Account, Paid Time Off, and more!
• Same day pay available with Tapcheck!
• Professional development including the opportunity to participate in the Infant Toddler Service Delivery Learning Path sponsored by EITA PA.

Responsibilities

Here’s what to expect on the job:

• Assist in developing outcomes, strategies, and data collection methods based on the child’s Evaluation Report (ER) and Individualized Family Service Plan (IFSP).
• Assess the needs, interest, and abilities of the family and child to determine appropriate ways to assist the family in meeting their functional goals as it relates to speech and language therapy.
• Assess on an ongoing basis the functional skills of the child in the areas of receptive and expressive language skills, oral motor development, feeding and swallowing, and augmentative communication needs.
• Provide families with individual session notes that include the outcome, strategies used, recommendations, and plans for the next session.
• Provide updates and information for quarterly reviews and annual evaluations in accordance with county guidelines to allow for adequate planning when determining the child's continued eligibility.
• Provide support and feedback to families/caregivers with suggestions and strategies to assist their child in achieving their IFSP goal.
• Act as a liaison with medical staff when appropriate.
• Develop and implement new policies and/or procedures within the functional area to support the continuous improvement of operational effectiveness and efficiency.
• Assist in the coordination of communication therapy services in compliance with governmental policies and standards. Maintain current mandated paperwork to include: State license, Child abuse clearance, State Police clearance, FBI clearance, 24 hours of training for Early Intervention, and any pertinent certifications related to license/expertise.
• Complete all Agency and county paperwork required for new referrals and ongoing services within outlined timelines.
• Maintain participants’ work files following HIPAA regulations.

Qualifications

Minimum requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree within a related discipline expected and 2 to 5 years of learning experience within a related professional discipline
• Or Master’s degree within a related discipline and 0 to 2 years of learning experience within a related professional discipline
• PA State licensure or eligible for licensure
• Completion of ASHA Certificate of Clinical Competency (CCC)
• Eligible for PA Promise Enrollment 
• Not on CMS Exclusion List
• A valid driver’s license and 6 months of previous driving experience
• Access to vehicle with valid insurance, registration, and inspection
• Ability to communicate, read, write, and interpret English

Preferred, but not required:

• Knowledge of feeding, AAC, medically complex children with tracheotomy/passy-muir valves, etc

If you are still reading, we should talk! Apply today, we would love to hear your story and share ours.

UCP Central PA is committed to being an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and offers opportunities to all job seekers, including job seekers with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation to assist with your job search or application for employment, please contact us by sending an email to jobs@ucpcentralpa.org. 

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