Speech & Language Pathologist - Michigan

Description WHO IS LOGAN?

LOGAN Community Resources is our full name but who are we? LOGAN is a non-profit organization with community impact in Michiana.

What does LOGAN do and why do we exist? LOGAN supports people with intellectual and developmental disabilities so that they and their families may achieve their desired quality of life.

What does LOGAN aspire to be? LOGAN envisions a community in which every individual, regardless of obstacles or challenges, is able to reach their full potential.

How do LOGAN employees do their jobs every day? LOGAN employees are dedicated to performing their duties with respect, kindness, honesty, loyalty, and quality in mind for LOGAN’s clients, staff, and the agency.

• Accruing Paid Time Off and Holiday Pay
• Medical, Dental/Orthodontia, and Vision plans
• Rx Help Prescription Cost Assistance Program & KISx Card for optimal surgical procedures
• 403(B) Traditional and ROTH retirement plans – Company match of up to 3% after 1 year of service
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Long-term disability and Reliance Standard Supplemental Insurance Plans (Short-term disability, critical illness, acceded, accidental death & dismemberment)
• $15,000 company paid life insurance
• Full time employees eligible for Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program
• Employee-Referral incentive for qualifying positions

The Speech and Language Pathologist (SLP) in Autism Services provides evaluation and treatment of expressive and receptive language abilities, cognitive skills, and oral motor functioning in a variety of settings. Clients will primarily be clients of an Autism Learning Center and waiting list, but the SLP may be asked to see additional clients that are not being seen at the center.

The SLP will provide treatment plans and outcomes using therapeutic modalities and procedures to maintain/increase skills. The SLP will work with Board Certified Behavior Analysts and ABA Therapists on achieving therapeutic goals. The SLP will also consult with other professional staff and families regarding results of evaluations, treatment and progress, and make suggestions for Autism Learning Center, classroom, and/or home programming

• The therapist will conduct evaluations to determine the need for therapeutic services.
• The therapist will communicate the results of the assessment as directed.
• The therapist shall determine each client's needs with the client's family and in direct consultation with other professionals working with the client, including LOGAN staff (including - but not limited to - the supervising Board Certified Behavior Analyst, ABA Technicians) and any external service providers. This planning will include any interventions necessary - i.e., home programs, communication systems - necessary and desired by the family to enhance each client's unique outcomes
• The therapist will conduct treatment when appropriate to maintain or enhance speech, language, and related abilities within the scope of the therapist’s training and expertise.
• The therapist will facilitate the growth of the client's parents as teachers by providing the resources and support necessary to adequately meet each goal.
• If the client is a client of the Autism Learning Center, the therapist will work directly and collaboratively with center staff (BCBAs, ABA Therapists) to develop, implement, and measure therapeutic goals.
• The therapist should have the ability to deal effectively with other staff, agencies, and community programs, as well as client and their parents/guardians.
• Records and Reports:
• The therapist shall keep daily progress notes, make reports on progress, and maintain accurate and up-to-date files including records of evaluations, home visits, etc.
• The therapist will communicate respectfully and effectively with the finance department on issues related to billing for services.
• Ability to use and learn Electronic Medical Records systems used for SOAP Note creation and billing
• Participates in case conferences, staff meetings, parent group meetings when requested.
• Serves as a resource person for Autism Learning Center Staff and parents for…