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　　Lifelong Accesss mission is to connect families and people withdevelopmental disabilities to their community through a lifetime ofmeaningful supports. Lifelong Access provides a continuum of servicesand supports for families, children and adults throughout their lifetimeincluding residential, vocational development, employment, high schooltransition and therapeutic supports for children. Lifelong Accessenvisions a community that encourages and accepts all people.

　　Lifelong Access is seeking Speech Language Pathologists to join ourgrowing team of early intervention specialists. In this position youwill work with children from birth to age 18 to complete assessments,and development and implement treatment plans. Our Speech LanguagePathologists (SLP) function as part of a transdisciplinary team oftherapists working with local on-site supervisors and management.Services provided are both clinic and community based. In addition to acompetitive compensation and benefits package, alongside generous paidtime off benefits, you will find the work environment at Lifelong Accessto be friendly, respectful and supportive. Come see why we love what wedo!

　　Pay: Based on experience

　　Job Type: Part-time/Full-Time

　　Primary responsibilities include:

　　Effectively carry a caseload with children ages birth to 18.Conduct initial and ongoing assessments, deliver speech and languageservices, and write treatment plans based on the results ofassessments that effectively target short- and long-term goals.Create necessary materials to support a variety of communicationneeds.Apply interventions to maximize performance in all areas of need.Work collaboratively with the families served including educatingparents on helpful therapy approaches and in-home strategies tofacilitate generalization of skills.Maintain professional documentation including progress reports andsession notes.Collaborate with medical professionals, colleagues, and families onthe development and implementation of communication tools andstrategies, and individualizing functional communication for eachpatient.Collaborate with a team of other Lifelong Access professionals,including Developmental Therapists, Social/Emotional therapists,Physical and Occupational Therapists, Board Certified BehaviorAnalysts, and Registered Behavior Technicians.Qualifications for this position include:

　　Masters degree in Speech Language PathologyActive Illinois Speech Language Pathology LicenseMinimum 1-2 years of related experienceExcellent knowledge of principles and practices of speech therapyFamiliarity with developmental milestones for speech and languageCurrent knowledge of treatment practices per discipline and a desireto learn and grow in the professionKnowledge of autism spectrum disorder, Applied Behavior Analysis,sensory and behavioral strategies and principlesExcellent written and verbal communication skillsPreferred knowledge or experience in feeding therapyPreferred knowledge in Augmentative Communication Devices, PECs, andother communication strategies specific to the autism spectrumPreferred credential in Early InterventionValid Illinois drivers license with safe driving record, with proofof automobile insuranceMust be able to successfully pass criminal, DCFS, safe drivingbackground check, TB test and drug screenPhysical Requirements:

　　The physical demands described here are representative of those thatmust be met by an employee to successfully perform essential functionsof this job. Requests for reasonable accommodations will be reviewed toenab e individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

　　While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequentlyrequired to sit on chairs, stools, and floor; stand; walk; stoop, kneel,crouch or crawl; frequently required to manipulate fine motor toys withchildren; and converse with adults and children - some who might bedifficult to understand. The employee is occasionally required to climb;taste or smell. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 20pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.

　　Here are some of the benefits we will offer you:

　　Supportive and positive work environment, with a transdisciplinaryteam approachLocalized on-site supervision/managementProfessional development and training opportunitiesPaid continued education, licensing and certification feesFlexible scheduling optionsComprehensive benefit plans and paid time off for full-time30hr+/week schedulesPart-time employees are also eligible for some benefits and paidtime offEqual Opportunity Employer