A great Behavioral School is looking for an experienced Speech Language Pathologist / SLP to join their growing team for a contract assignment! The Speech Language Pathologist / SLP is responsible for the assessment of referred patients that require treatment for speech, hearing and or language deficits. The Speech Language Pathologist / SLP will teach patients how to make sounds, improve their voices, or increase their oral or written language skills to communicate more effectively. Also, the Speech Language Pathologist / SLP will teach individuals how to strengthen muscles or use compensatory strategies to swallow without choking or inhaling food or liquid. Responsibilities include:The Speech-Language Pathologist will be responsible for providing individual and/or group speech and language therapy to students in grades K-8, for evaluating and assessing program participants, educating individuals and team members, completing required documentation, and communicating with families and other professionals on the program participants' IEP.Requirements include: Must have graduated from an accredited school.Current CPR certification.Experience with Autism for both children and adultsWill need to assist with self care on occasionWork within an interdisciplinary team to develop a plan of care for each patient.Provide skilled speech therapy services / interventions in accordance with physician orders.Candidates MUST have their TSSLDCandidates MUST have their CCCCandidates MUST be licensed in NYAbout Centra:Centra Healthcare Solutions is a nationwide employment firm focusing on finding you a Speech Language Pathology Job, SLP Job, SLP Travel Job, Travel Speech Language Pathology Job, Speech Language Pathologist Job and Travel SLP Job. We have many dynamic positions with cutting edge programs throughout the entire United States and various settings to meet each healthcare professional's criteria. Benefits of a Local Contract or Travel Assignment through Centra:Highly competitive pay rates401(k) planDirect depositCEU ReimbursementA chance to explore new places and new opportunities throughout the United StatesHigh coverage of the premiums of a comprehensive health insurance planLicense and medical reimbursementHousing accommodationsAssignment completion bonuses Please apply online for this fantastic opportunity. We look forward to assisting you in finding an optimal career.