Licensed Speech Therapist #BD-492-01 - Hagerstown, United States - AdeIphi MedicaI Staffing

Description

Adelphi Medical Staffing is seeking highly qualified and experienced Licensed Speech Pathologists to provide on-site services to Individuals with developmental disabilities at a residential care facility located in Hagerstown, Maryland; for developmentally disabled adults who may have co-existing mental disorders. Services shall be provided in compliance with licensure, certification, and accreditation standards.

Job Quick Facts:

• Ref #: BD-492-01
• Profession: Licensed Speech Therapist
• Location: Hagerstown, Maryland
• Facility Type: Residential Care
• Coverage type: On-site
• Schedule: 9 hrs/wk - 52 wks/yr
• Start Date: January 1, 2024
• Term: 1 year

Pay Rate:

• $60 per hr

Requirements:

• Maryland Licensure
• American Speech Language and Hearing Association (ASHA) License
• Current Adult First Aid, CPR, and AED certification
• Minimum one (1) year of experience providing Speech Therapy Services for the intellectually disabled and/or Dually-Diagnosed
• Minimum five (5) years overall experience

Responsibilities:

• Speech, language, and hearing evaluation for each new Individual arriving at the facility shall be done within thirty days of the individual's arrival.
• Become familiar with existing plans for Individuals and complete new evaluations
• Monitor and document the progress of each individual requiring Speech Therapy Services or related goals, such as hearing aid usage and care, swallowing, sign language, and picture card communications.
• Provide basic sign language training to facility staff on keywords to enable communication with people residing at the facility, as well as in-service training on proper implementation of each individualized therapy program.
• Provide orientation/overview of Speech Therapy for new staff on the services and programs as well as challenges staff may have to implement therapy programs.
• Participate in an Inter-disciplinary Team that includes the Individual's family, a physical therapist, an occupational therapist, social worker(s), a dietitian, a vocational provider, a therapeutic recreation individual, a qualified developmental disabilities professional, nursing, a psychiatrist (if needed), direct care staff, and a Speech Therapist (if needed)

About AdeIphi MedicaI Staffing:

Adelphi Medical Staffing is a nationwide recruiting firm that focuses on sourcing locums, per diems, travel nurses and allied health, and non-clinical professionals for private and government facilities. We aim to place skilled providers in facilities where they can provide the most value while contributing to both providers and facility growth and success.For our providers, our recruiters are committed to supporting your requests, ensuring that you're compensated at market value, and ensuring you are placed where you can build your career while maintaining a constant line of communication with updates along the recruitment process. At Adelphi, it is not just about filling vacancies but providing opportunities to expand and achieve your professional goals. Adelphi is rapidly becoming the premier choice in staffing, as we daily add numerous job opportunities for our professionals and provide you with the best option for your next career step. For our clients, we understand the widespread shortage of healthcare and skilled workers who can provide high-level care and output, and that is why we promise to provide our clients with the best-fit candidates for their facilities. As we provide our recruitment and placement services, we recognize the importance of relationships in the industry and aim to maintain a successful and long-lasting working relationship with our clients and the people they serve.