Welcome to Mindcare Tutoring Services, Inc., a leading tutoring company that is dedicated to helping children achieve their full potential. We are currently seeking a talented and passionate speech pathologist to join our team.

As a speech pathologist for children at Mindcare Tutoring, you will work with a diverse range of children, from those who need extra support with their speech and language skills to those with more complex communication disorders. You will have the opportunity to make a real difference in their lives and help them succeed in school and beyond.

Our company values creativity, collaboration, and empathy, and we are committed to providing our employees with the resources and support they need to succeed. In this role, you will work alongside a team of experienced tutors and speech pathologists who are dedicated to helping children achieve their goals.
We offer flexible working hours and the ability to work remotely, which allows for a healthy work-life balance. At Mindcare Tutoring, we take pride in our commitment to creating a positive and supportive work environment.

If you are a compassionate and dedicated speech pathologist looking for an exciting opportunity to work with children and make a difference in their lives, we invite you to apply for the role at Mindcare Tutoring. We look forward to hearing from you!

JOB DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

~Provides services in speech pathology in accordance with the American Speech & Hearing Association’s scope of practice guidelines.

~Assists the educational team in the development of or revision to the child’s IEP.

~Records and documents all sessions according to the requirements of NY State Education Department.

~Recommends additional testing as needed, including audiological.

~Develops and submits required documentation, including Annual Reviews reports, Quarterly Reports, and IEP goals updates.

~Regularly evaluates and assesses the efficacy of the treatment and service delivery plan in place for the child, and recommends changes or revisions to the IEP as needed.

~Conduct comprehensive evaluations and assessments to diagnose speech, language, communication, and swallowing disorders in individuals across different age groups.

~Develop individualized treatment plans and goals based on assessment results, client needs, and evidence-based practice.

~Provide direct speech-language therapy services to clients, utilizing a variety of therapeutic techniques and approaches to improve communication and swallowing skills.

~Design and implement therapy sessions targeting specific speech and language goals, such as articulation, phonology, fluency, voice, expressive and receptive language, social communication, and pragmatics.

~Use specialized assessment tools, observations, and clinical judgment to track progress, modify therapy approaches, and evaluate outcomes.

~Collaborate with clients, families, caregivers, and other professionals to establish effective communication strategies and support carryover of therapy goals into daily life.

~Provide counseling and education to clients, families, and caregivers regarding communication disorders, treatment strategies, and techniques to facilitate progress outside of therapy sessions.

~Integrate augmentative and alternative communication (AAC) systems and assistive technology to enhance communication abilities for individuals with severe speech and language impairments.

~Conduct dysphagia assessments and implement appropriate interventions to address swallowing difficulties, collaborating with healthcare teams as needed.

~Maintain accurate and up-to-date documentation, including session notes, progress reports, treatment plans, and discharge summaries.

~Stay current with advancements in speech-language pathology through professional development activities, research, and continuing education.

~Adhere to ethical guidelines and maintain confidentiality in all aspects of client care.

~Collaborate with insurance companies and billing departments to ensure accurate and timely reimbursement for services provided.

~Advocate for individuals with communication disorders, ensuring access to appropriate services, resources, and accommodations.

~Maintain a compassionate and patient-centered approach when working with clients, fostering a positive therapeutic relationship.