Speech Language Pathologist

Established in 1998 with 97 students, CCCS has steadily increased to more than 4,000 students in grades K-8 across 12 state-of-the-art buildings on four campuses. The school is a true community success story that has transformed the lives of thousands of students and their families, while breathing life back into a city that was once one of Philadelphia’s most vibrant manufacturing suburbs. 

Job Summary:

The Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP) plays a vital role in supporting students' communication and language development in a school setting. This professional collaborates with educators, families, and other specialists to identify, assess, and treat speech and language disorders to help students achieve academic success and social integration.

**Essential Functions:
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Assessment & Diagnosis:

• Accepts referrals for students suspected of, or exhibiting communication disorders
• Ensures referrals are entered into the screening/evaluation process as per program procedures
• Conducts screening/evaluations individually, as part of a multidisciplinary team
• Identifies through screening/evaluation students with communication disorders
• Generates evaluation reports (ER) individually or as part of a team

Treatment Planning & Implementation:

• Develops, reviews, and/or revises the Individual Education Program (IEP) of eligible students in coordination with parents, teachers, and other appropriate personnel
• Utilizes evidence-based practices and innovative techniques to address communication challenges
• Client & Family Support:
• Provides education and resources to students, caregivers, and families to facilitate progress outside therapy sessions
• Consults with parents, teachers, and other appropriate personnel regarding the management of communication disorders and the connection between language development and education

Documentation & Compliance:

• Maintains accurate, up-to-date documentation of screenings/assessments, treatment/therapy plans, progress reports, and therapy session summaries
• Ensures compliance with all relevant state, federal, and organizational guidelines

Collaboration & Professional Development:

• Works collaboratively with interdisciplinary teams, including educators, occupational therapists, physical therapists, etc.
• Participates in ongoing professional development and stay current on advancements in speech-language pathology

Performs other related duties as assigned

Minimum Requirements:

• Bachelor's Degree in Speech/Language Pathology required; Master’s Degree preferred
• Current state licensure or eligibility to obtain licensure as a Speech-Language Pathologist
• Certificate of Clinical Competence (CCC-SLP) from ASHA (preferred or required)
• Credentials necessary for participation in the School-Based ACCESS Program preferred
• 1–3 years of clinical experience in speech-language pathology preferred
• Experience working with and evaluating students with special needs/developmental delays and with developing and implementing educational programs is required
• The holder of this position could be required as part of his or her duties to engage in activities that can be charged to a Medical Assistance (MA) or other state or federal healthcare program
• Pennsylvania Criminal Record Check Clearance
• Pennsylvania Child Abuse Clearance
• FBI Criminal Background Clearance
• TB Test and Pre-employment Physical

**Demonstrated Knowledge of:
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• Various communication disorders and appropriate treatment
• Social aspects of communication, including challenging behavior, ineffective social skills, and lack of communication opportunities
• Cognitive aspects of communication, including attention, memory, sequencing, problem solving, and executive functioning
• Data analysis and the ability to develop evidence-based strategies
• School programs, processes and policies

Demonstrated Ability to:

• Modify intervention plans, strategies, materials or instrumentation as appropriate to meet the needs of students
• Manage a caseload of 50+ students and various other priorities under changing deadlines
• Make decisions and recommendations to family/caregivers and other professionals
• Be well-organized and detail-oriented
• Work independently and collaboratively
• Communicate clearly and effectively in both oral and written language
• Establish and maintaining positive, respectful relationships with a variety of people
• Engage families and the larger community in the life of the school

Note:  CCCS has the exclusive right to alter this job description at any time.  This job description is not an employment agreement or contract.