Speech Language Pathologist

Job Description

Job Description

Matrix Behavior Solutions is seeking a passionate, energetic, and dedicated Speech-Language Pathologist to join our new outpatient therapy team providing the utmost of services to children and adolescents in both an individual and collaborative approach setting! Work at Matrix Behavior Solutions for a therapeutic approach to provide speech language services to children ages 2-18 years old, where we prioritize mental health and promote a safe, empathic environment!

In this full-time position you will provide evidence-based speech and language therapy primarily at our Centers. You will also deliver school-based services should the local School districts, Charter Schools and Cyber Schools engage Matrix for speech therapy. Matrix contracts with all major public and private payers, this position requires you to (a) maintain an active Pennsylvania SLP license (b) obtain a PA Promise ID linked to Matrix and (c) complete payer credentialing so you can treat clients as an in-network provider for Matrix.

In addition to direct therapy, you will play a key role in building our growing speech program. This includes collaborating on special projects such as parent training workshops, augmentative-communication initiatives, and interdisciplinary treatment pathways with our Behavior Health and OT teams. Your clinical insight will help shape policies, outcome measures, and marketing efforts that expand speech services in both center-based and school-based environments

*OPPORTUNITIES FOR GROWTH, FLEXIBLE SCHEDULES, MERIT BASED INCREASES*

Salary for Full-Time members & Hourly for Part-Time members

BENEFITS:

Medical, Vision, Dental (up to 80% premium paid by Matrix)

Paid Holidays

Paid Time Off

Life Insurance

401(k)

As such, we are now offering tuition reduction opportunities for ALL staff levels and their families - just for being a Matrix employee! Tuition reduction rates will vary based upon the institution the employee chooses. For example, 10%, 20%, and up to 50% tuition reduction! Our active partnerships are as follows: Capella University, Chicago School of Psychology, and Purdue Global.

A Speech-Language Pathologist is responsible for, but not limited to the following:

• Assessing and diagnosing language/speech disorders for children, youth, and/or young adults 2-18 years old
• Assessments to be completed in a patient/family centered approach
• Develop and implement individualized treatment plans with assuring frequency, duration of services and format of session (individualized, group)
• Liaising with teachers, family members and other community resources (healthcare providers) as needed to review and discuss client's current level of function and obtain outside referrals as needed in areas of concern.
• Administering therapy that is client centered in both single and group settings
• Ensuring patients and family members are updated and informed of progress, new treatment approaches and carryover tasks for the home
• Collaborating with behavioral health team to ensure all parties are updated and involved with client's care
• Complete assessments, progress notes, and daily treatment notes in a timely manner
• Participate in conferences, continuing education opportunities to keep updated on new advancements in areas of speech and language.
• Attend monthly speech meetings with directors to review upcoming events, discuss development, and maintain collaboration in department responsibilities
• Willing to supervise and/or mentor graduate students or Clinical Fellowship Year students.

Qualifications:

Individuals who function in this capacity must possess, at a minimum:

• Must have a master's degree in speech language pathology
• Must have active Certificate of Clinical Competence (CCC-SLP) from American Speech and Hearing Association
• Must have PA State Licensure as Speech-Language Pathologist

Minimum Skills and Abilities:

Individuals who function in this capacity, at a minimum must:

• Possess the ability to analyze complex issues and solve them correctly and creatively.
• Possess strong communication skills in both a verbal and written format.
• Possess the ability to meet established deadlines and schedules.
• Maintain confidentiality in all matters relating to the clients and the client's family.
• Be organized and efficient in the performance of their job.
• Ability to successfully reply to the most complicated questions about clients and/or families.
• Ability to work effectively as a part of a multidisciplinary team

Staff must have appropriate background checks, transcripts of their degree, and clearances to work in direct contact with children and adolescents (ACT 33, 34 and FBI clearances) and be able to participate in Medicaid and Medicare programs. Must also complete the NSOR (National Sex Offender Registry) Verification, as well as an active Mandated Reporting Certificate (Act 31).