Speech Therapist (Upper School) - Manhattan Childrens Center

About Manhattan Children’s Center

Manhattan Children’s Center is a world-class educational and therapeutic facility for students with Autism Spectrum Disorders. Students ages 5 - 21 years and their families are supported through a transdisciplinary model. We are distinguished through our commitment to realizing each child’s potential as an individual, as a family member, and as a valued, functional member of the community.

Due to the complex and challenging nature of ASD, our education and training model incorporates a one-to-one instructional approach facilitated by: ABA, Speech and Language Therapy, Occupational Therapy, Social Skills Through Peer Instruction, and Family Training.

MCC is a partner in research and services with The Manhattan Behavioral Center, a growing clinical resource for families and people with autism and related disabilities.

Join Our Team

Manhattan Children’s Center (MCC) is seeking a positive, dynamic

Speech Therapist (Upper School)

that is interested in joining a therapeutic team where the goal is to offer every child the opportunity to thrive.

Why Choose Us?

• At MCC we emphasize staff training and mentoring that is facilitated through close supervision and consistent professional training and development with 5 days per year of guest speakers, workshops, and open forums
• MCC has created a workplace that is inclusive and diverse - where authenticity is celebrated, and everyone can pursue their related interests.
• We have an open-door policy which reflects our commitment to transparent and flexible communication between managers and team members.
• Data informs decisions, and we are constantly learning, creating, and evolving to meet the needs of the children
• We are humble and have the mindset of being better today than we were yesterday
• Generous benefits that include:

+ Paid time off (PTO) in addition to paid company closures during the last week of December, President’s Day week (February), Spring Break (April), 1st week of July, and the last two weeks of August

+ Affordable health insurance plans to support employee well-being

+ Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) eligible employer

+ Employer retirement plan

+ Life insurance, short- \& long-term disability

+ MCC Supports employee growth. As part of our team, you'll have access to educational opportunities at Capella University, plus scholarships and offers to help you save on tuition

If our company culture matches your values, come join the team at Manhattan Children’s Center!

Job Details

Job Type

Full-Time Speech Therapist for Upper School (Ages 13 to 21)

Job Hours

Mon through Thurs 8:15 am-4:15 pm; Fri 8:15am – 3:00pm

Job Location

Manhattan, NY

Job Compensation

$78,000-$81,000 based on education, experience, and certifications.

Your Impact Here at MCC

• Individual Treatment
• Upper School: This includes working with a caseload of 11 students (Ages 13 to 21) who receive 2 45-minute sessions a week
• Case management of assigned students, including required documentation. Documentation consists of, but is not confined to, individual and group attendance, individual treatment notes, IEP documentation, supplementary documentation pertaining to communication assessments, semi-annual progress reports; and when requested, student transition surveys and/or discharge reports.
• Consult with parents, teachers, therapists, and other health care professionals to discuss strategies, review treatment plans and activities to facilitate the students’ optimal functioning in home, school, social, and play environments.
• Develop and conduct appropriate presentations/staff in-services to enhance staff’s professional development.
• Conduct annual assessments and identification/formulation of goals for students on caseload.
• Opportunity to supervise graduate level student clinicians for their graduate student externship after working as a Staff SLP after a minimum of 3 years post clinical fellow year.
• Participate in CSE/IEP meetings for all students on caseload, and participate in hearings (e.g., in person, affidavit) for students on caseload, if required.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the supervisor

Requirements

• Current New York State Speech Therapy License
• ASHA Certified preferred and meeting Ethical Standards
• TSSLD Certified preferred
• Strong CF candidates will be considered

Manhattan Children’s Center is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local fair employment practices laws. Manhattan Children’s Center strictly prohibits and does not tolerate discrimination against employees, applicants, or any other covered persons because of race, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, age, sexual orientation, military or veteran status, citizenship, or any other protected classification under applicable federal, state, or local laws. In addition, Manhattan Children’s Center complies with the relevant country laws governing employment nondiscrimination in all our international offices. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.