Speech Pathologist

Description

Position at SESI Schools
About Us

Specialized Education Services, Inc. (SESI), a division of FullBloom, provides specialized education programming for K-12 students who require additional educational and positive behavioral supports to overcome challenges that impede success in a traditional school setting. We believe that all children deserve an education that goes beyond academics and enables them to realize their full potential and grow into responsible, self-sufficient adults. SESI operates over 50 AdvancED/Cognia accredited Special Education schools and 80+ in-district classrooms nationwide. Our certified teachers and staff provide individualized academic and behavioral interventions with an innovative learning approach, personalized attention, and all the necessary support services students need to overcome barriers to education. Our purpose drives our performance and we are looking for individuals who want to make an impact.
The Opportunity

The Speech Language Pathologist will be responsible for providing intervention in the areas of articulation, language, and fluency. They will assess student needs, provide high quality speech and language therapy, and collaborate with both school personnel and families to provide services to students. Every child deserves to reach their full potential and we're looking to hire an exceptional clinician who will play an essential role in fueling student success.
You Are

Someone who is passionate about serving students with special needs so that they can perform at their highest level and realize productive, fulfilling futures. You believe that ALL children can learn and have the desire to make a positive impact in the lives of students. You excel at building relationships, collaborating with a team, and persevering through difficult challenges. You have a sense of optimism, a willingness to learn and grow, and a commitment to improving outcomes for students.
The Responsibilities

• Designs and implements intervention programs, which remediate deficit speech/language skills of identified students.
• Works with school personnel and parents to design and implement the student's intervention plan, individual service plan, or individual student plan most appropriate to address the student's need.
• Offers consultation and collaboration with school staff and parents in support of student's speech language goals.
• Acts as a resource to parents, school personnel and other caregivers in the area of speech/language development.
• Administers appropriate screening and/or diagnostic tests to determine child's speech/language competency, if requested.
• Interprets diagnostic tests, identifies strengths and weaknesses in areas of speech/language skills, and generates reports providing feedback to school personnel and parents.
• Is knowledgeable concerning all policies and procedures as established for these services
• Completes required paperwork in an accurate and timely manner.
• Light lifting, walking, and/or climbing stairs may be required.

The Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree from an accredited institution of higher learning required
• Master's Degree from an ASHA accredited university is required
• Valid Arizona Speech-Language Pathologist license/credential is required
• Certificate of Clinical Competency is preferred
• Experience working with students in a school setting is preferred
• Proficient in Microsoft Office preferred