Job Information
Genesis Healthcare Speech Language Pathologist (SLP)-School Based in Burbank, Illinois
Overview
At Powerback, we're on a mission to improve lives. As the leader in physical, occupational, speech, and respiratory therapies, we help older adults stay active and thrive while providing essential therapy for children at home and in school.
With over 38 years of trusted service, our reach spans skilled nursing centers, assisted and independent living facilities, outpatient clinics, and home-based care. We're proud to deliver personalized care exactly where and when it's needed most.
Join an industry-leading team that restores hope and makes a lasting impact. If you're passionate about making a meaningful difference and want to be part of the future of rehabilitation and wellness, Powerback is the place for you.
Why Powerback?
Benefits: We offer Medical, Dental, and Vision plans to Full-Time and Part-Time team members.
Support for New Grads & Clinical Fellows: Our Powerback Clinical Mentorship Program kicks off on day one, helping you learn from the best in the field.
Continuing Education: Keep growing with free CEUs through Medbridge.
H-1B Visa & Relocation Assistance: We support Visa or Green Card sponsorships, plus our Journey Travel Program lets you work across the U.S. with the security of a full-time role.
Perks at Powerback: Enjoy exclusive discounts on Wireless/TV, Home/Auto/Renters and Pet Insurance, Childcare, Eldercare, and more. Earn rewards through our PowerZone Employee Recognition Program, and expand your expertise with our Clinicians in Action professional development program.
Responsibilities
POSITION SUMMARY: The Speech Language Pathologist, School Based demonstrates an understanding
of the physical, mental, psychological, and social needs of students; including an understanding of
communication skills, evaluation, and treatment. The Speech Language Pathologist, School Based
provides a comprehensive evaluation and goal-oriented treatment to facilitate maximum development
of communication and/or feeding skills. This position provides direct patient care for children ages 3-21,
including comprehensive assessment, treatment planning, and provision of therapy in the school setting.
RESPONSIBILITIES/ACCOUNTABILITIES:
- Implements treatment plans and programs through consistent daily and weekly schedules focused
on language development and communication to be shared with the school and/or supervisors.
- Delivers specialized individual and group speech therapy instruction as mandated in the student’s
Individualized Education Plans (IEPs).
- Consults with other professionals (OT, PT, Teachers, etc.) on the student’s treatment team in order to
ensure a cohesive and comprehensive therapy team.
- Assesses and documents each student’s progress through formal and informal tests and
measurements.
- Writes and prepares annual review reports/goals for each student in accordance with their IEP dates
and requirements in order to remain in compliance with state guidelines.
Provides speech and language expertise when developing FBAs and BIPs.
Provides parent and caregiver support and education to discuss the student’s progress and strategies
for continued support outside of school.
- Attends all school related meetings as scheduled, such as, but not limited to, Triennials, Annual
Reviews, Domain, Referrals, and pre-IEP meetings for each individual student.
- Communicates and follows up with schools and families in order to request appropriate physician
signatures/orders for school-based speech language therapy referrals in order to initiate and
continue with services.
Assists with implementation of devices and assistive communication technology, as needed.
Follows any fire drill or safety guidelines outlined by the school.
Provides screenings and evaluations to determine requirements for skilled school-based speech
language pathology intervention relative to the client’s level of function; including, but not limited to
the following areas: providing a comprehensive evaluation of communication skills and/or feeding
skills, and providing goal-oriented treatment to facilitate maximum development of communication
and/or feeding skills assessments, discharge planning, development of maintenance programs and
other related client care issues.
- Provides documentation to maintain the quality of therapy records, as it relates to reimbursement
guidelines, accuracy of billing information, and school requirements.
Coordinates and/or participates in training programs for students, school staff, and families.
Participates in school trainings, in-services, and professional development opportunities.
Performs other related duties as required.
Qualifications
- They must possess a master’s degree in Speech-Language Pathology, Communication Disorders,
Communicative Disorders or similarly titled area that is consistent and acceptable to the American
Speech-Language-Hearing Association.
- They must possess or be eligible for a Certificate of Clinical Competence from the American
Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA) or be eligible to participate as an ASHA Clinical Fellow.
- The Speech Language Pathologist must be licensed, certified or credentialed, as required in the state
of practice.
- CPR certification is required.
Posted Salary Range
USD $48.00 - USD $53.00 /Hr.
Bonus
USD $3,000.00
Genesis HealthCare, Inc. and all affiliated entities (collectively “Genesis”) has a strong commitment to diversity that is fully supported and practiced by our officers and leadership team. Genesis provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to actual or perceived race, color, religion, gender, gender expression, gender identity, sex, sexual orientation, HIV status, national origin, age, disability, marital status, pregnancy, ancestry, citizenship, genetic information, amnesty, military status or status as protected veterans, or any other legally protected characteristic. Genesis is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer and our goal is to foster an inclusive and accessible workplace free from discrimination and harassment where everyone has equal opportunities to succeed.