What are the responsibilities and job description for the Speech Therapist in Downingtown, PA position at Soliant?
This contract position offers the opportunity to provide specialized speech-language services in a dynamic school setting located in Downingtown, PA. Serving an elementary and a high school approximately 15 minutes apart, this role involves supporting a total of 45 students requiring speech therapy, including those with augmentative and alternative communication (AAC) needs and autism.
Key Responsibilities
Key Responsibilities
- Conduct comprehensive speech-language assessments and develop individualized treatment plans.
- Deliver direct speech therapy services tailored to students' unique communication needs.
- Collaborate with educators, parents, and support staff to integrate therapy goals within the school environment.
- Utilize AAC strategies and assistive technologies to support students with diverse communication challenges.
- Document progress and maintain compliant records in accordance with school policies.
- Participate in the Extended School Year (ESY) program, with potential for additional ESY opportunities.
- Certification of Clinical Competence in Speech-Language Pathology (SLP-CCC).
- State licensure aligned with school-based practice requirements.
- Experience working with school-aged children across elementary and high school levels.
- Knowledge and experience with AAC devices and supporting students with autism spectrum disorders.
- Strong communication and collaboration skills.
- Contract position with clearly defined start ASAP through the end of the school year (EOSY).
- Opportunity to impact a diverse caseload of 45 students.
- Experience across two school sites offering varied elementary and high school environments.
- Gain valuable professional experience working within a supportive educational setting.
- Extended School Year (ESY) opportunities available for continued engagement beyond the regular school calendar.