Speech-Language Therapist / Pathologist

Job Description:

KVC Academy

• St. James, MO

The Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP) works with students ranging in age from 5-21 years old on communication skills. These skills can include articulation, all aspects of language, augmentative/alternative communication, fluency, and/or voice.

The SLP works directly with classroom teachers, therapists, other school staff, and families to collaborate on IEP goals and their implementation.

Education:

• Master's degree in Speech-Language Pathology.

Licensure/Certification:

• State licensure and ASHA certification (CCC-SLP)

Schedule:

• As a contract employee with KVC Academy, you'll have the opportunity to create a schedule that meets your needs.

Compensation:

• $55 per hour as Contract

Requirements:

• Must be 21 years old to apply

• Pre-employment drug screen, physical, and background check required

• Valid driver's license

• Valid auto insurance

• Passion for working with children and teenagers in special education.

• Empathy, patience, and a genuine desire to help children and teens achieve their communication goals.

Responsibilities:

• Assess, diagnose, and provide targeted therapy to children and teenagers with communication and language disorders.

• Collaborate with educators, parents, and a multidisciplinary team to develop and implement customized therapy plans.

• Conduct therapy sessions that are tailored to the unique goals and requirements of each child or teen.

• Monitor and document client progress and make adjustments to therapy plans as needed.

About KVC

KVC Missouri is a nonprofit child placing and behavioral health agency with a long legacy of compassionately serving children and families.

KVC Missouri's Residential Treatment program offers therapeutic services in a 24/7-supervised facility for children and teenagers with acute emotional and behavioral problems.

KVC provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

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