Job: EI Speech Language Pathologist

UCP of Western Massachusetts
535 Curran Highway
North Adams, MA 01247

Phone:(413)442-1562
Website:ucpwma.org/about-ucp/careers-at-ucp/

Company Description:

UCP of Western Massachusetts — an affiliate of United Cerebral Palsy Association — was established in 1961. UCP of Western Massachusetts offers early intervention and ABA services for children, service navigation, direct programming, assistive technology, remote supports and advocacy for any individual, regardless of disability, to pursue a fulfilling, self-determined, high-quality community life — a life without limits. Our Assistive Technology department serves the entire commonwealth, while children’s and family support serve Berkshire, Franklin, Hampshire and Hampden Counties (Pioneer Valley).

If you are new to human services and you are looking for a rewarding career, UCP of Western Massachusetts is a great place to start.  

We offer a comprehensive benefits package to 30+ hour employees including:

  • Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance
  • Tuition Remission Program
  • Direct Deposit
  • Retirement Plan 403(b) with employer match
  • Long Term Disability
  • Life Insurance
  • AFLAC Voluntary Benefits
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • Sick Leave
  • Vacation Accrual
  • Personal Leave
  • 13 Paid Holidays
  • Discounted YMCA Gym Membership
  • Flexible Spending Accounts
  • Pet Insurance

Job Title:
EI Speech Language Pathologist
Salary Range:Location:
$42.00 - $52.00 Per Hour North Adams
Job Type:Category:
Full TimeHuman Services
Education Level:Work Experience:
Master's Degree
Required
Skills/Certifications/Licenses:
Speech Pathology - Preference: Required
Description:

Pediatric SLP - full time, 37.5 hours
North Adams, MA 01247 Are you passionate about helping children with speech and language delays?Do you want to make a difference in the lives of children and their families?
If so, then the Speech-Language Pathologist position at UCP is the perfect opportunity for you!

In this role, you will provide direct treatment to children ages 0-3 with significant speech and language delays through developmental evaluation, individual treatment, and in groups using a family-centered approach and in compliance with all Massachusetts Department of Public Health Early Intervention Operational Standards, including:

  • Assessing and planning speech and language programs for children in the following areas cognitive-language (comprehensive), expressive language (speech), oral peripheral: structural and motor, auditory perception including processing and memory 
  • Designing and applying alternative communication systems as needed (i.e., communication  boards, sign language, etc.) 
  • Articulation Therapy 
  • Assisting in the development of individualized Family Service Plans.  
  • Assisting Developmental Specialist in planning and implementation of language focused playgroups. 
  • SLP Qualifications
  • Master’s Degree in Speech and Language Pathology from an accredited university 
  • Current Licensure by Massachussetts Board of Registration in Speech-Launguage Pathology and Audiology and a Certificate of Clinical Competence (CCC) granted by the American Speech, Language and Hearing Association, or Currently in clinical fellowship prior to being granted CCC.
  • Familiarity with specialized treatment, i.e. deaf/hard of hearing, cleft lip and palate, oral motor dysfunction, communication disorders 
  • Valid driver's license, current auto insurance, availability of a private vehicle.
  • Evidence of immunity for measles, mumps and rubella 
  • Acceptable CORI, SORI, DPPC and National Fingerprint Check.

 SLP Benefits

  • Medical, dental and vision insurance after first month of employment
  • Earn two weeks vacation in first year of employment, three week rate after first year
  • Three personal days per year
  • Earn up to seven sick days per year
  • 403(b) retirement program with company match after one year
  • Mileage reimbursement
  • May quality you for student loan forgiveness 
  • Employee referral program and more! 


About Us:
As part of the UCP affiliate network, UCP of Western Massachusetts offers a variety of community programs and services for persons with disabilities and other similar service needs, including Assistive Technology, Early Intervention, Individual and Family Support, and Adult Family Care. UCP has offices in western Massachusetts and is COA accredited.  UCP of Western MA is guided by a set of core principles - Respect, Integrity, Communication, and Empathy. Our team is dedicated to providing a "Life Without Limits" for people with differing abilities, and we are seeking a motivated and talented individual who shares our commitment to these principles to join us in our mission. Learn more at http://ucpwma.org