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Helping Celebrate Abilities (HCA) Speech/Language Pathologist in Binghamton, New York

Speech/Language Pathologist - <LI> Performs hearing or speech and language assessments regarding pertinent medical and developmental history, assessment of articulation, receptive and expressive language, fluency, voice, and feeding and/or swallowing using standardized assessment tools as well as clinical observations, and caregiver/teacher interviews. <LI> Plans and implements appropriate treatment programs, based on the established goals and objectives, using sound treatment practices including, but not limited to, techniques to address: articulation/phonology, receptive and expressive language, voice disorders, stuttering/dysfluency, auditory processing, phonological awareness, augmentative and alternative communication, oral-motor dysfunction, dysphagia (swallowing/feeding disorders). <LI> Prepare written reports and document treatment sessions with goals, activities, response to treatment, and progress, in a clear, concise, and timely manner in daily notes/logs. Submits agency billing documentation of encounters, verification, and time sheets, as appropriate. <LI> Supervises students studying communication disorders, as needed, in a manner that complies with the America Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA) and/or New York State Education Department standards, in meeting with and observing the student on a regular basis to review treatment plans and to provide professional collaboration in the development of treatment programs, as well as review of all paperwork. <LI> Assists with departmental responsibilities maintaining a safe, clean, organized, professional work environment both in the treatment areas and the office spaces. Performs other duties as assigned. <P> Qualifications and Knowledge: <LI> Valid Driver's License <LI> Ability to apply and integrate academic knowledge with provision of speech therapy treatment. <LI> Knowledge of ethical and legal practices and the New York State Education Dept.'s Division of Professional Licensing "Speech-Language Therapy Guide to Practice". <LI> Knowledge of areas of practice specific to pediatrics, including child development and specific diagnoses. Understands and respects the unique needs of children and their families. <LI> Demonstrates energy and enthusiasm for working with children. Demonstrate appropriate/professional interpersonal skills with agency personnel, children, and their families. <LI> Communicates verbally and/or in written form clearly, ethically, and professionally, with staff, parents, and physicians. <LI> Excellent organizational & time management skills. <LI> Ability to multi-task in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment. Strong collaboration skills. <LI> Exceptional problem solving skills, including a proactive approach to problem solving and the ability to make quick and independent decisions in response to changing conditions. <LI> Demonstrates motivation to augment current level of knowledge and practice through participation in continuing education courses, as required by the America Speech-Language and Hearing Association (ASHA) and/or New York State Education Department.
<LI> Proficient with Internet Explorer; Microsoft Excel; Microsoft Outlook; Microsoft Word; and Windows Operating System. <P> Major Skills - <LI> Ability to apply and integrate academic knowledge with provision of speech therapy treatment. <LI> Ability to multi-task in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment. <LI> Communicates verbally and/or in written form clearly, ethically, and professionally, with staff, parents, and physicians. <LI> Exceptional problem solving skills, including a proactive approach to problem solving and the ability to make quick and independent decisions in response to changing conditions. <P> Requirements - <LI> Drug Screening. <LI> Medical exam. <LI> Reference Check/Background heck

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