Easterseals Western and Central Pennsylvania is a non-profit organization providing services to those with disabilities. We are looking to hire a dynamic Augmentative Communication Specialist to work with children with disabilities ages 3-8 in our three Approved Private Schools. The schools are in West Mifflin, Cranberry Township and Export/Murrysville.* *

　　JOB SUMMARY-SLP Augmentative Communication Specialist

　　The Augmentative Communication Specialist is responsible for the support of students, staff, and caregivers in the selection and implementation of augmentative communication systems, switch interfaces, computers, software, and cameras to maximize student participation in the Easterseals School Program. The Augmentative Communication Specialist will be assigned to provide direct speech-language therapy services when necessary. The Augmentative Communication Specialist will be required to provide services in each of the three school sites.

　　QUALIFICATIONS-Augmentative Communication Specialist

　　Master's Degree in Speech-Language Pathology required.PA License in Speech-Language Pathology required.PA Professional Teacher Certification in Speech and Language Impaired (or equivalent) required.Completion of education credits needed to maintain license/certifications required.Certificate of Clinical Competence in Speech-Language Pathology from the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association preferred. Three + years of experience working in augmentative communication preferred and Assistive Technology Certificate preferred.Acceptable Criminal Record Check, Child Abuse History and Department of Education FBI Clearances required.Passing of physical examination and TB required.ESSENTIAL DUTIES-Augmentative Communication Specialist

　　Complete routine documentation accurately and within prescribed timeframes.  This may include, but is not limited to daily therapy notes, classroom data sheets, parent contact logs, progress reports, screening summaries, contract letters, test protocols, follow-up forms, handout requests, and annual statistics.Maintain appropriate communication and collaboration with caregivers and outside agencies regarding recommendations, referrals, and student progress.Serve as a representative of ESWCPA programs and services to consumers, caregivers, and contracting agencies.Maintain, inventory, and suggest additions/revisions of program equipment and materials.Comply with agency HIPAA policies and procedures as related to consumer confidentiality, release of, and request for information.Participate in multidisciplinary team and departmental meetings as scheduled.Supervise speech-language pathology students when assigned.Assist team members at each school site in identifying, evaluating, procuring, and implementing augmentative communication systems to meet the educational needs of students.  This includes the coordination of team system evaluations.HOURS AND BENEFITS-Augmentative Communication Specialist

　　Work 9.5 months per year, Monday - Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 3:00 p.m., 1332.5 hours per year. Hourly rate of $35.00.Comprehensive Benefits package valued at 6k.403b retirement match offered.Paid school holidays*WHY WORK FOR US? *We've provided life changing service to those with disabilities for over 100 years.

　　Thank you for your interest!

　　Easterseals is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, use of medical marijuana or protected Veteran status.