Speech Language Pathologist

Description

Position at SESI Schools
Speech-Language Pathologist

About Us
High Roads School of Belvidere offers an accelerated high school experience for students looking for a smaller, more personal setting, intensely focused on elevating social skills, emotional wellness, and academic success. As an accelerated school of choice for students ages, 15 to 21 who are behind in their studies, High Roads School of Belvidere offers an extended day, where students can earn up to 5 credits per semester and 10 credits per year, allowing students to graduate in 2.5 years or less. There is no tuition or enrollment fee to attend. High Roads School of Belvidere is dedicated to creating a challenging, academically rigorous, and safe environment for all students.
High Roads School of Belvidere is operated by Specialized Education Services, Inc . (SESI). SESI Schools 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.

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
• A Master's Degree from an ASHA accredited university is required
• Valid 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

Specialized Education Services, Inc. (SESI), a division of FullBloom , is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation/gender identity, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.
FullBloom provides education and behavioral health solutions for children and their families, leading to better life outcomes, regardless of the learning obstacles and other challenges they face. The company's team of over 5,000 education and healthcare professionals work to achieve measurable and sustained academic and behavioral gains through evidence-based programs that include specialized education, Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) therapies, intervention services, and professional development. Founded in 1976 and headquartered in Camden, New Jersey, FullBloom supports tens of thousands of children and families, over 500 school districts, and more than 25,000 teachers annually through its three operating divisions - Catapult Learning, Specialized Education Services, Inc (SESI), and Little Leaves. www.fullbloom.org