Job Description

The Astor Learning Center (ALC) is a therapeutic school for children facing educational, emotional, and behavioral challenges. The ALC provides a nurturing learning environment where children who have often experienced failure in school can finally succeed. Started in 2010, Astor’s Day Student Program enables children from the local community to stay at home and attend a more structured educational environment that better meets their needs.

The ALC is looking for a Speech Language Pathologist! The Speech Language Pathologist will be responsible for evaluating children when data based or clinical material gained during diagnostic study suggests problems complicated by or related to speech or language difficulties. They will assist in developing a milieu environment which considers the child’s language and speech needs.

Job Responsibilities:

• Upon enrollment or intake, evaluates each child’s language and speech ability in preparation for diagnostic planning.
• Responsible for reviewing material of incoming children and alerting appropriate staff to possible language disabilities.
• May undertake individual/group speech therapy with children in need of such treatment.
• Provides periodic in-service training to staff on speech and language disorders in children.
• Develops speech curriculum materials and coordinates their use in delivery of speech/language services.
• Creates behavior management systems and coordinates their use where appropriate.
• Maintains appropriate records to assess current progress of the specific IEP language objectives and disseminates information regarding child’s progress to other members of the treatment team/staff.

What we provide:

• Offers four personal days.
• Full benefit package and ongoing professional development at no cost to staff.
• Enjoy time off per the School Calendar.
• Sick time is provided.
• Fully paid individual long-term disability and life insurance.
• Eligible for participation in agency medical and dental plan both individual and family, with small employee contribution.
• Opportunities to make a difference in the lives of children and families in need.
• Collaboration with a team of dedicated professionals in a supportive and dynamic environment.
• Room for growth and advancement within the organization.

Salary: $55,000-$64,000/year

Join Astor Services – Apply Now!

Do you meet the qualifications above? Are you ready to take the next step in your career and join a mission-driven organization dedicated to improving the lives of children and families? We want to hear from you! Your credentials and compassion can bring about positive change for a child in need. Apply now to become a part of the Astor Services team.

Astor Services, a leading provider of behavioral and mental health services in the Hudson Valley and The Bronx, is dedicated to nurturing the emotional and mental well-being of children, adolescents, and families. With a history spanning over seven decades, we are committed to providing comprehensive care and support to help our clients thrive.

Want to know why our team loves working at Astor? Check out our website for our employee testimonials and discover their stories!

Requirements

You must have:

· Certified Speech Pathologist.

You should have:

· Experience with the population served is preferred.