• Speech Language Pathologist/ CFY

    Good Shepherd Communities (Binghamton, NY)


    Job Description

    Good Shepherd Fairview Home is looking for a Speech Language Pathologist or CFY to join our team in caring for our beloved residents.

     

    Good Shepherd Benefits

     

    Medical, Dental & Vision insurance.

     

    Paid vacation, paid time off (PTO) and Holiday pay.

     

    403(b) retirement plan with company sponsored match. Paid life insurance.

    Position Details

    Full time, flexible schedule: benefit eligible

     

    Working hours are on site

     

    Position Summary: The Speech Language Pathologist evaluates and treats residents who demonstrate disorders of speech, language, cognitive communication, voice fluency and swallowing. Evaluation and treat will only be conducted after a written order is received from the physician.

    Education:

    Master of Science Degree in Speech Language Pathology.

     

    Current NYS Licensure or proof of registration to complete the Clinical Fellowship year in Speech Pathology after which certification can be obtained.

     

    ASHA certification or proof of ASHA certification.

     

    Essential Job Duties and Responsibilities: The Speech Language Pathologist is responsible for the screening of residents of the faculty as follows. - New facility residents - within 24 hours of admission. Long Term residents - upon receipt of a significant change form and or referral from nursing.

     

    The Speech Language Pathologist is also responsible for the completion of all necessary documentation, which includes but is not limited to the following items. Initial evaluation forms, weekly progress notes, monthly recertification forms, discharge summary and all other required forms as designated by the facility and Director.

    Summary

    It is our policy to comply with all applicable Federal and State laws prohibiting discrimination in employment based on actual or perceived race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, sex, or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, and pregnancy-related conditions), gender identity or expression (including transgender status), sexual orientation, marital status, military service and veteran status, physical or mental disability, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local laws and ordinances.

     

    Notice to applicants: Good Shepherd Communities will reasonably accommodate an individual’s disability during both the application process and on the job. Please contact the Human Resources department to request any reasonable accommodation you may require to participate in the application process.