Speech Language Pathologist

Company: Laradon
Location: Denver
Posted on: February 25, 2021

Job Description:

Do you have a passion for supporting, developing and empowering individuals, with Intellectual and developmental disabilities? Do you want to make a difference in an individual's everyday life? Are you looking to work in a fulfilling and supportive work environment with ample opportunities to grow in your career?If you answered yes; we think you're going to like the opportunity we have below---The Speech Language Pathologist will provide direct and consultative services to children and adolescents with developmental disabilities and emotional/behavioral disorders receiving services in Laradon's School (K - 12; 10 classrooms). Our classrooms are small with no more than 8 students with a teacher to student ratio of 3:1.How You Will Make a Difference---* Observe and evaluate children to determine current level of speech function, strengths and weaknesses* Coordinate with family and treatment team in the development of Individual Education Program ("IEP")* Provide services for students in the areas of language, articulation, voice, fluency, feeding and swallowing, assistive technology and augmentative/alternative communication* Document accurate daily notes, evaluation and progress reports for designated caseload * Facilitate and monitor activities related to IEP goals and objectives for designated caseload* Support the use and acquisition of augmentative communication devices* Conduct and schedule individual and group speech therapy sessions* Participate and collaborate with teachers and other special service providers on student success and safety * Provide consultation and support to classroom staff as neededWhat We Offer You---* Compensation - Salary of $50k - $60k; actual compensation offer to candidate may vary from posted hiring range based upon work experience, education, and/or skill level* Benefits - Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance short term disability, flexible spending and dependent care accounts (following 60 days), 401(k) + 4% match (following 6 months), tuition and certification reimbursement* Paid Time Off - Generous annual leave for breaks/holidays/vacation that includes up to 11 personal days and + 10 weeks for breaks/holidays.* Start date - February/March 2021* Paid on-the-job training* Development, job growth, and internal training opportunities* The opportunity to work in a dynamic, supportive, and rewarding environment alongside other Laradon staff - one where everyone is truly appreciated* CDC and CDPHE protocols to ensure the safety and welfare of all employeesWhat We're Looking For From You---* Super Star Communicator - Able to communicate and listen well with youth, staff, parents and the community* Brains - Master's degree in Speech Language Pathology and experience working with school aged children, preferably within special education, IDD. State licensure and certifications, completion of graduate and clinical hours, and pass the Praxis Examination in Speech-Language Pathology* Mindset - Compassionate, caring, energetic and flexible* Safe on Wheels - Responsible, reliable driver with a valid and clean driving license.* Super Strength - Able to exert/lift up to 50 pounds of force.What You Need To Know---* As Laradon is a small employer and employees work in a collaborative and team environment, our school employees must be physically present in the office to perform the different job functions. Additionally, as a service provider, our instructional methods under our services model require the work to be performed on campus. * We know there's no such thing as a "perfect" candidate - we're all a work in progress and are growing new skills and capabilities all the time. We encourage you to apply for a position with Laradon even if you don't meet 100% of the requirements. We believe in fostering an environment where there is a diversity of perspectives, in hopes that we can all thrive.Who We Are---Laradon was the first-ever private, non-profit organization in the Rocky Mountain Region to offer support, education, and training to children and adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities. We have 15 person-centered programs including a training center for people seeking the opportunity to expand their work and life skills, a school for children with special needs, and housing for people in need of a home.We strive to be the best in our industry and have gained national recognition as an innovator of education and training services for children and adults with special needs. We help this incredible population realize their full potential, contribute to the community, and become valued members of society. We are proud to be a Finalist in the Denver Metro Chamber Business Awards for Larger Non-Profit Organization of the Year.Laradon staff work extremely hard, are challenged every day and play a key role in shaping the wellbeing of individuals receiving services. If you genuinely care about providing individuals with a sense of direction and hope, then you will get huge satisfaction from this role. Your influence will not only impact the lives of our individuals but the community as a whole.In order to provide excellent, culturally competent services to our adults, students, guests, and staff/employees, it is of the highest importance that our hiring practices reflect our values by offering an environment that celebrates diversity and embraces inclusion. All of our team members - regardless of race, ethnicity, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, language, abilities/disabilities, veteran status, religion, citizenship, socioeconomic status, geographic region, or other defining characteristics - should feel a sense of belonging and value. We applaud everyone.Laradon Values---Integrity - Respect - Inclusion - Accountable - EmpowermentPowered by JazzHRDZTBHlexyl

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