Supervisor- Speech Therapy- Education Services

If you are a current YAI employee, please click this link to apply through your Workday account. Key/Essential Functions & Responsibilities Provides day-to-day support and direction for Speech Language Pathologists to ensure the therapeutic needs of students are met with person-centered speech, language, feeding and Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC) services, supports and interventions in alignment with MSA's mission. Oversees and ensures compliance with regulations and best practices for speech and language-related services provided by the multi-disciplinary team, regularly collaborating with applicable MSA leadership and other departments to support development and implementation of clinical interventions that support attainment of educational and therapeutic goals. Ensures provision of appropriate therapeutic interventions, services and supports to students through implementation of individualized plans that support attainment of documented therapy goals by properly trained, certified, licensed and/or otherwise qualified staff following appropriate levels of supervision and safeguards, in accordance with all applicable rules and regulations. Regularly performs all duties of Speech Language Pathologist as indicated in Speech Language Pathologist - Education Services job description for an assigned caseload of students and provides coverage for caseloads of other Speech Language Pathologists in their absence, as needed. Oversees and evaluates effectiveness of speech and language related services, ensuring that Speech Language Pathologists implement appropriate methods, plans and resources to support the safety and wellbeing of students including during mealtimes. Monitors, reviews and provides feedback regarding speech and language-related needs and individual student support plans in collaboration with Speech Language Pathologists, MSA leadership team and other stakeholders, identifying trends and unmet needs, proposing and overseeing implementation of solutions and revisions to correct issues and deficiencies or to update services and plans as individual needs change. Regularly communicates and advises on MSA policies and procedures with families and MSA staff, providing support, guidance and resolutions to specific concerns or issues relating to speech and language interventions for individual students; escalates concerns to Director of Clinical Services, as needed. Maintains a safe, secure and compliant work environment by understanding, communicating and keeping current with all applicable processes, procedures and requirements for documenting, tracking and reporting (e.g. workplace injuries, incidents, absences, leaves, etc.). Provides support and guidance for Speech Language Pathologists and Clinical Fellows, consistently applying and enforcing school policies, procedures and productivity standards and addresses concerns or performance issues in collaboration with Director of Clinical Services through discussions and plans for corrective actions, as needed. Plans and monitors staffing, scheduling and caseloads for speech and language-related services, ensuring maintenance of appropriate coverage with consideration for scope of practice and skillset in assignment of responsibilities. Participates in interview, selection, placement and/or reassignment processes for Speech Language Pathologists, providing feedback and making recommendations to MSA leadership. Conducts regular check-ins with and formal observations of Speech Language Pathologists and Clinical Fellows to ensure clear communication and understanding of job expectations, policies and procedures, to assess impact of therapeutic interventions and to provide regular feedback, coaching and development, appropriately documenting supervisions, developing plans for growth and professional development. Ensures speech and language staff are actively pursuing required education, continuing education and/or professional licenses in accordance with all requirements and are appropriately maintaining and documenting professional license, certification(s) and/or registration(s) for their assignment. Provides training and oversight for Speech Language Pathologists, Clinical Fellows and graduate interns and for other MSA staff supporting therapeutic activities and implementing feeding plans and/or AAC. Provides clinical supervision as authorized by State of New York, which includes providing and appropriately documenting supervision for individual staff pursuing clinical hours required for NYS licensure and/or clinical internships. Initiates, reviews or approves staff status, work hour, promotions, demotions, transfers and/or other adjustments for staff, ensuring changes are appropriately submitted in Workday in a timely manner. Ensures timekeeping records and approvals through Workday are completed accurately and on a timely basis to support payroll processing; identifies concerns with attendance, work hours and/or time tracking, resolving with staff or coordinating resolutions and coverage with MSA clinical leadership, when needed. Supports Speech Language Pathologists with developing and writing appropriate therapeutic goals for students and ensures timely and accurate completion of all documentation relating to services for individual students including applicable assessments, annual therapeutic goals and plans, regular/annual progress reports and session notes; edits and/or reviews specific cases as needed to address concerns or issues and provides information to other departments and leadership regarding individual students, as requested. Ensures that Speech Language Pathologists are communicating with and involving parents in their child's activities and progress and communicates directly with parents regarding therapeutic interventions or specific concerns, when needed. Participates in recurring clinical and other related or schoolwide meetings including specialized or student-specific needs, supports and/or training; may attend other interdepartmental and schoolwide meetings as requested. Remains current with developments and new interventions, technologies or ideas relating to speech, language, feeding and/or AAC through research and/or continuing, professional or other education. Researches and identifies potential external partners and resources that may enhance or further support therapeutic interventions or families and/or establish community service, internship or educational opportunities and presents findings to Director of Clinical Services, facilitating connections and implementations as directed. Participates in the planning and facilitation of speech and language-related activities including school and parent trainings and assists with planning and administration of schoolwide events, activities and/or fundraisers in collaboration with MSA leadership. Complies with and ensures compliance with all Federal, State, Local and other relevant regulatory agency requirements, including the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) and cooperation with appropriate entities in any inspection, inquiry or investigation. Performs all other duties, as assigned. Minimum Qualification Requirements including education, experience, licensure/certification, etc. and essential physical capabilities (e.g. lifting, assisting lifting, standing, etc.) Current and valid license and registration as a Speech-Language Pathologist issued by the New York State Education Department; and Current certification and registration as a Teacher of the Speech and Hearing Handicapped (TSHH) or Teacher of Students with Speech and Language Disabilities (TSSLD), issued by the New York State Education Department; and Holds and maintains Certificate of Clinical Competence in Speech-Language Pathology issued by American Speech-Language Hearing Association (ASHA); and Three (3) years of experience working in a clinical capacity in Speech Language Pathology, ideally working with students ages 3 - 21 in a special education setting; or Satisfactory equivalent combination of education, experience and/or training. However, all incumbents must hold a current, valid license, certifications and registrations as described above. Working knowledge of applicable Federal, State, Local and oversight agency regulations, including New York State Education Department (NYSED) and NYC Department of Education (DOE). Extensive knowledge of the needs of neurodivergent students, related clinical syndromes and speech, language, feeding or AAC needs and ability to apply methodologies and philosophies that best support this population. Excellent oral and written communication and interpersonal skills, including the ability to build effective working relationships and collaborate with MSA staff, families and other stakeholders at varying levels. Exceptional supervisory skills and ability to effectively manage, coach and support clinicians through hands-on support. Proficiency with computers and using electronic systems including email, Microsoft Office Suite, Salesforce and/or Workday to complete tasks. Strong planning, organizational, problem-solving and decision-making skills, including the ability to effectively manage multiple priorities while quickly addressing changing needs and to make thoughtful decisions in line with the overall vision and mission of MSA, which best position students for success. Ability to report on-site to school on a regular basis and to travel across New York City metropolitan area to visit headquarters, schools, attend meetings and/or conferences, if requested. Ability to meet essential physical demands of position including frequent walking, sitting, standing, pulling and reaching with hands and arms; using hands to handle, finger or feel objects, tools or controls; and bending, twisting, stooping, kneeling, crouching, pushing as needed; having the physical capacity to assist with lifting, moving and/or supporting students of any weight with standing or sitting on one or more occasions during the course of the day with or without assistance and/or pushing students in wheelchairs; lifting and/or moving up to 25 pounds on occasion and ability to implement emergency interventions as per student's Behavior Support Plan if needed, which may include running. Preferred Qualification Requirements (desired requirements beyond MQRs above) Previous experience as a supervisor of speech and language services and/or Speech Language Pathologists Experience and knowledge of assistive technology and alternative communication systems/applications and other related accommodations and accessibility services. Experience providing speech and language services to individuals with complex physical and communication delays Compensation & Benefits: $80,000 annually to $85,000 annually Tuition reimbursement Medical and dental insurance (with options for family and more extensive medical plans, as well as vision) Paid Time Off and School Holidays 403(b) retirement with employer match Life insurance and long-term disability Discounts on travel, entertainment, wireless services, shopping, and more! All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or status as a Vietnam or disabled veteran. YAI is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Our Roots: YAI was launched in February of 1957 out of a small school in Brooklyn, New York. Initially staffed by Co-Founders Bert MacLeech and Pearl Maze MacLeech alone, their pilot program served just seven people. According to Bert, from its very beginning YAI has been dedicated to providing innovative services for the I/DD (intellectual and/or developmental disabilities) community. MacLeech envisioned a, total life adjustment approach, emphasizing personal growth, social responsibility, employment goals, and the development of independence for the individual. At a time when institutional living was the norm for people with I/DD, this vision was nothing short of revolutionary. YAI Today: Today, YAI has a team of over 4,000 employees and supports over 20,000 people in the I/DD community. This extraordinary growth shows the ongoing need for these important services, and YAI's success in offering them. YAI supports people with autism, Down syndrome, and Cerebral Palsy, among others. Operating throughout Downstate New York and Northern New Jersey, YAI now offers more than 300 programs for people of all ages. Better Together: At YAI, we are driven by our mission of living, loving, working, and learning. This applies not only to the people we support, but to our staff as well. Commitment and passion for the work continue to unite employees and drive the organization forward. Empowering the people we support to reach their goals remains at the heart of our organization.