Job description

URGENT HIRE!!!

About us: United Community Options Children Services serves children of all abilities including those with physical, intellectual, and neurological disabilities in Miami, Broward and Palm Beach Counties. Our wide range of services offered to children with and without special needs includes preschool and K-12 education, aftercare, teen supported employment, respite and advocacy services. At the core of all of our services is the goal to spark curiosity though purposeful and intentional experiences that support, enrich and enhance the lives of the children and families we serve. At UCO we value joy, approaching all experiences with enthusiasm and passion. We value creativity and innovation, utilizing an engaging and enriching approach to the advancement of the human experience. We value meaningful connections- centering acceptance and inclusion. We value wisdom as knowledge in action while recognizing that learning and teaching is a shared life long experience. We value accountability shown through our integrity, commitment and dedication to our mission. We value courageous diversity with the understanding that differences make us stronger.

We are urgently seeking a Speech Language Pathologist Assistant (SLP-A) for our EBA program.

We are hiring for school-based positions. When you join our team, you will implement our curriculum in a way that is consistent with the unique needs of each child, create a safe, nurturing environment where children can play and learn, and partner with parents with to provide the best care and education for their children. You are a part of a community where you have the opportunity to build positive relationships with families, staff, and community stakeholders.

Required Skills and Experience:

A strong desire to bring joy to children.

Ability to think creatively and use innovative techniques to encourage learning.

Capacity to build relationships with families and coworkers and create a dynamic environment where play and learning happens and meaningful connections occur.

A love of knowledge and in return a desire to share knowledge. Outstanding customer service skills, strong organizational skills, ability to multi-task, manage multiple situations effectively and a strong sense of integrity and accountability.

A desire to work with individuals from diverse backgrounds.

Experience (preferred) -

At least 2 years’ experience working with children with disabilities.

Must be able to use a computer with basic proficiency, lift a minimum of 40 pounds, and work indoors or outdoors.

Must be able to assume postures in low levels to allow physical and visual contact with children, see and hear well enough to keep children safe, and engage in physical activity with children.

DCF 45 hour’s childcare training or willingness to obtain (within 90 days of hire)

Early Steps ITDS Certification (or willingness to obtain within 90 days of hire)

Experience (required)

Bachelor’s degree in communication sciences and disorders from an accredited institution or

College degree (associate's or bachelor's) from an accredited institution WITH equivalent SLP course work

2-year SLPA program degree from an accredited institution (e.g., associate's degree from a community college or technical training program) or Bachelor’s Degree

Completed ASHA field work/clinical hour requirements

Passing score the SLPA certification exam

If you meet the above qualifications and want a high impact career that makes a difference on a daily basis, contact us now!! We can’t wait to meet you!!

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: From $39,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Professional development assistance

Medical specialties:

• Pediatrics

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

COVID-19 considerations:
We are a mandatory vaccine facility. However, exemption eligibility evaluations are available.

Education:

• Associate (Preferred)

Experience:

• SLP-A: 1 year (Required)

Work Location: One location

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