Speech Language Pathologist

Speech Language Pathologist We are seeking a motivated Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) for our Transition Program Campus at the Camphill School. Speech language therapy is often multifaceted, involving language stimulation as well as the production of speech. Therapy focuses on a multi-modality approach to communication including the use of voice, signs, gestures, facial expression, communication pictures, books and AAC (Augmentative Alternative Communication) devices if appropriate. Therapy objectives vary based upon the individual child's needs and abilities as per their individualized education plan (IEP). Most speech/language therapy plans focus on improving some combination of the following skill areas: receptive language, expressive language, pragmatic or social skills, articulation, oral motor skills, fluency and/or voice quality. Therapy can be individual or in a group, sometimes speech and OT work together to promote speech and language through movement activities. Speech language therapists at the Camphill School Transition Program may operate in the field by pushing into the vocational setting, collaborating with staff and teachers to support communication needs OR may hold private 1:1 sessions in a designated speech therapy space. The objective is for speech language skills to generalize across all environments and to help incorporate AAC devices, picture communication books, switches, language boards and picture schedules into daily routines. The speech therapist candidate must be tech savvy and adept at navigating and programming a variety of communication applications such as LAMP and Proloquo to go or have a strong interest in learning. It is the role of the speech therapist to program AAC devices to be specific to each child and their unique communication needs. About Our Program: The Camphill School is a Waldorf school accredited by AWSNA and the Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools Commissions on Elementary and Secondary Schools. Our school also is licensed by the Pennsylvania Departments of Education and Public Welfare and we are a Pennsylvania Approved Private School for children with intellectual and developmental disabilities. We are part of the worldwide Camphill movement and the only Camphill community in North America for children. The Transition Program is part of The Camphill School. This program is intended for young adults ages 18-22 with moderate to severe intellectual and developmental disabilities. Students in the Transition Program enjoy the kind of extended family life that makes every Camphill community unique. House parents, teachers, volunteers, interns, and students are interdependent, building an atmosphere of mutual trust and respect that nurtures the intellectual, emotional, and spiritual growth of every member of the Transition Program community. The Transition Program includes 5 residences, an education center, agricultural buildings and a commercial cut flower enterprise called Foxfield Flowers. Students at the Transition Program partake in a wide variety of prevocational activities including woodworking, fiber arts, pottery, gardening, animal husbandry, land work, and food preparation/processing. Additional offerings include music therapy, occupational therapy, physical therapy, speech therapy and community-based instruction. Regular speech therapy responsibilities: Evaluation Treatment Consultation with parents and members of staff Regular communication with parents of speech students Formal testing for RRs Writing present levels IEP participation and attendance Material preparation Continuing education Maintain records Attendance Programming AAC SETT Processes (initiation, implementation, analyzing data, run meetings, programming, training, etc.) Scheduling Provide substitute/low tech devices for students whose devices are missing or broken Back up AAC devices several times a year Generate and update low tech communication systems for students with emerging communication skills Help facilitate speech plans for post-secondary transition between districts and adult services Speech therapists also asked to support: Goal writing (teachers, house, crews) Behavior plans Picture schedules Changes to schedules Photographs of students/staff Material preparation for functional living skills New student admissions (review of records, meeting with parents) Training new staff in AAC Continuing education for paraprofessionals Benefits 403(b) Retirement Plan with $1,000 employer match Medical, Dental, Vision, and prescription coverage available after 60 full days of employment with The Camphill School sharing the cost Long-term Care coverage after 1 year of employment Supplemental insurance available Group Whole Life Insurance available PTO for sick/personal days Job Type: Full-time Pay: Commensurate with experience Schedule: 8 hour shift Monday to Friday Work Location: In person