Shrub Oak International School
Speech Language Pathologist (Licensed w/ TSSLD)
Clinical Services - Mohegan Lake, NY - Full Time
Shrub Oak International School (www.shruboak.org) is a therapeutic day and residential school for autistic children, adolescents, and young adults with complex co-occurring conditions.
Located in northern Westchester County, Shrub Oak offers unparalleled educational opportunities for autistic students in a family-centric, supportive environment. We offer a variety of programs to meet the needs of students across the spectrum, and our curriculum is based on the most advanced and successful evidence-based clinical and academic approaches in ASD education.
Compensation: $81,620 - $113,300 depending on years of experience and licensure
Benefits:
Available for full-time employees. An overview of our benefits:
Insurance coverage: Health, vision, dental, life, and disability insurance
Flexible spending account (FSA)
Paid time off (PTO)
Tuition/Professional development assistance
Employee assistance program (EAP)
Employee discounts
Job Summary:
The licensed speech and language pathologist will provide expertise in speech and language and related services, serving as an integral part of our clinical team. They will conduct assessments, consult, and counsel, as well as design and develop treatment plans and interventions that meet the individualized needs of students. They will maintain key relationships and collaborate as needed and required with students, their families and all levels of staff at the Shrub Oak International School to ensure that the individualized needs of each student are met. Having access to confidential information, discretion and independent judgment is required.
Position Type & Expected Hours of Work
Essential Functions & Responsibilities
Requirements
Experience & Education
Physical Requirements/Demands:
A workday regularly includes multiple or conflicting demands, deadlines and time pressures; work regularly requires sustained concentration. Sitting at a desk, walking up and down stairs (building has 6 floors), around a hilly campus as needed, may also require walking between floors or between buildings at a moment’s notice. Crisis intervention and support required as needed.
Disclaimer:
This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change, or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice.
Work Environment:
We are a boarding school located on a 127-acre campus. The work environment will include both indoor and outdoor spaces, mostly inside the classroom or educational environment. May include work within the residential setting. The building has 6 floors accessible by staircases and elevators.
EEO Statement:
Shrub Oak is an equal employment opportunity employer. Shrub Oak International School is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to apply for a job or to perform the essentials functions of their job. Please advise us if you require a reasonable accommodation.
Please note:
SOIS maintains a smoke-free environment to ensure the health and safety of our students, employees, and community. Smoking or vaping of any kind is strictly prohibited indoors, outdoors, and during off-campus activities, with enforcement measures in place including smoke/vape detectors. Non-compliance will result in disciplinary action up to and including termination.
Located in northern Westchester County, Shrub Oak offers unparalleled educational opportunities for autistic students in a family-centric, supportive environment. We offer a variety of programs to meet the needs of students across the spectrum, and our curriculum is based on the most advanced and successful evidence-based clinical and academic approaches in ASD education.
Compensation: $81,620 - $113,300 depending on years of experience and licensure
Benefits:
Available for full-time employees. An overview of our benefits:
Insurance coverage: Health, vision, dental, life, and disability insurance
Flexible spending account (FSA)
Paid time off (PTO)
Tuition/Professional development assistance
Employee assistance program (EAP)
Employee discounts
Job Summary:
The licensed speech and language pathologist will provide expertise in speech and language and related services, serving as an integral part of our clinical team. They will conduct assessments, consult, and counsel, as well as design and develop treatment plans and interventions that meet the individualized needs of students. They will maintain key relationships and collaborate as needed and required with students, their families and all levels of staff at the Shrub Oak International School to ensure that the individualized needs of each student are met. Having access to confidential information, discretion and independent judgment is required.
Position Type & Expected Hours of Work
- Full-time, Monday – Friday, 8:15am-4:15pm
- As an exempt role, there may be additional work required outside these hours as dictated by the needs of our students and/or the program.
Essential Functions & Responsibilities
- Deliver individualized speech and language services within a transdisciplinary model.
- Use creative, student-centered treatment approaches tailored to individual needs.
- Monitor progress and adjust treatments based on clinical observations and data.
- Conduct comprehensive evaluations and re-evaluations of speech and language skills.
- Collaborate with clinicians, educators, and student life teams to integrate communication skills across all areas of a student’s day and ITEP.
- Communicate proactively with students, families, and caregivers regarding progress and development.
- Maintain required records and reports.
- Engage in professional development to stay current with clinical advancements and intervention strategies.
- Support other Shrub Oak programs, events, and services as needed.
Requirements
Experience & Education
- NY State SLP license in good standing and TSSLD certification.
- Master’s degree in Speech-Language Pathology.
- Minimum of 3 years relevant experience required; experience with developmental disabilities or autism in a school setting preferred.
- Knowledge of augmentative and alternative communication systems (AAC).
- Exceptional communication and active listening skills to engage with diverse stakeholders effectively.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills for complex situations.
- Collaborative mindset with sensitivity to the diverse needs of students, families, and staff.
- Flexibility, adaptability, and the ability to make sound decisions under pressure.
- Strong multitasking and judgment skills in handling varied, sensitive situations.
- Proficiency in Microsoft 365 and related applications.
- Critical thinking and analytical skills to assess complex student situations and outcomes.
Physical Requirements/Demands:
A workday regularly includes multiple or conflicting demands, deadlines and time pressures; work regularly requires sustained concentration. Sitting at a desk, walking up and down stairs (building has 6 floors), around a hilly campus as needed, may also require walking between floors or between buildings at a moment’s notice. Crisis intervention and support required as needed.
Disclaimer:
This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change, or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice.
Work Environment:
We are a boarding school located on a 127-acre campus. The work environment will include both indoor and outdoor spaces, mostly inside the classroom or educational environment. May include work within the residential setting. The building has 6 floors accessible by staircases and elevators.
EEO Statement:
Shrub Oak is an equal employment opportunity employer. Shrub Oak International School is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to apply for a job or to perform the essentials functions of their job. Please advise us if you require a reasonable accommodation.
Please note:
SOIS maintains a smoke-free environment to ensure the health and safety of our students, employees, and community. Smoking or vaping of any kind is strictly prohibited indoors, outdoors, and during off-campus activities, with enforcement measures in place including smoke/vape detectors. Non-compliance will result in disciplinary action up to and including termination.
