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UCP of Western Massachusetts Pediatric SLP in North Adams, Massachusetts
Pediatric SLP Job Type: Per diem Schedule: Flexible hours. Location: North Adams, MA 01247 Are you looking for a flexible schedule to work around your personal life commitments? Are you passionate about helping children with speech and language delays? Do you want to make a difference in the lives of children and their families? If so, then the Speech-Language Pathologist position at UCP is the perfect opportunity for you! IN THIS ROLE, YOU WILL: - Provide direct treatment to children ages 0-3 with significant speech and language delays through developmental evaluation, individual treatment, and in groups using a family-centered approach and in compliance with all Massachusetts Department of Public Health Early Intervention Operational Standards. - Assess and plan speech and language programs for children in the following areas cognitive language(comprehensive), expressive language (speech), oral peripheral: structural and motor, auditory perception including processing and memory. - Design and application of alternative communication systems as needed (i.e., communication boards, sign language, etc.) - Articulation Therapy - Assist in the development of individualized Family Service Plans. - Assist Developmental Specialist in planning and implementation of language focused playgroups. SLP QUALIFICATIONS - Master\'s Degree in Speech and Language Pathology from an accredited university - Current licensure as a Speech Language Pathologist by the Massachusetts Board of Registration of Allied Health Professionals. - Familiarity with specialized treatment, i.e. deaf/hard of hearing, cleft lip and palate, oral motor dysfunction, communication disorders - Valid driver\'s license, current auto insurance, availability of a private vehicle. - A negative Mantoux TB test or a clear chest x-ray and evidence of immunity for measles, mumps and rubella - Acceptable CORI, SORI, DPPC and National Fingerprint Check. SLP BENEFITS - Sign on bonus program - Professional development support including professional license renewal and memberships up to \$500 annually - Medical, dental and vision insurance after first month of employment - Earn two weeks vacation in first year of employment, three week rate after first year - Three personal days per year - Earn up to seven sick days per year - 403(b) retirement program with company match after one year - Mileage reimbursement - May quality you for student loan forgiveness - Employee referral program and more! ABOUT US: As part of the UCP affiliate network, UCP of Western Massachusetts offers a variety of community programs and services for persons with disabilities and other similar service needs, including Assistive Technology, Early Intervention, Individual and Family Support, and Adult Family Care. UCP has offices in western Massachusetts and is COA accredited. UCP of Western MA is guided by a set of core principles - Respect, Integrity, Communication, and Empathy. Our team is dedicated to providing a \"Life Without Limits\" for people with differing abilities, and we are seeking a motivated and talented individual who shares our commitment to these principles to join us in our mission. Learn more at: http://ucpwma.org