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  • Speech-Language Pathologist
    Speech-Language Pathologist
    30 days ago
    $65–$80 hourly
    Full-time
    Kew Gardens, Queens

    At Bilingual Speech – Language & Swallowing Therapy we provide speech language therapy services to individuals across all ages and populations, with a strong focus on serving bilingual and multicultural communities. Our team embraces cultural and linguistic diversity, and we are proud to support clients of all ages in achieving meaningful communication outcomes. Job Description: We are currently looking for a Licensed Bilingual Speech – Language Pathologist who is enthusiastic, compassionate, and committed to providing inclusive, high quality care. In this role, you will be responsible for evaluating, diagnosing, and treating speech, language, and swallowing disorders in clients from infancy to geriatrics, providing therapy services in both English and (second language e.g. Spanish, Mandarin, Bengali. Etc. ) You will collaborate with families, educators and other professionals to design individualized treatment plans that address the specific needs of each client.. Responsibilities: • Conduct comprehensive speech, language, and swallowing evaluations in both English and a second language (e.g., Spanish, Mandarin, Bengali, etc.), • Develop and implement individualized treatment plans, incorporating culturally and linguistically appropriate, therapeutic techniques., • Deliver direct speech therapy services targeting a wide range of communication disorders, including:, • Articulation and phonological disorders, • Receptive and expressive language delays, • Fluency disorders (e.g., stuttering), • Voice disorders, • Feeding and swallowing difficulties, • Provide progress reports every 3 months to track each client's development and adjust goals as needed., • Collaborate with families, educators, and interdisciplinary team members to support generalization of skills across settings., • Maintain accurate and up-to-date clinical documentation, including evaluations, treatment plans, and progress notes, • Educate and empower families to support communication growth at home and in the community., • Stay up to date on best practices in bilingual and multicultural speech therapy through ongoing professional development., • Make appropriate referrals to other disciplines when additional evaluation or intervention is needed to support the client’s overall development and progress. Qualifications: • Master’s Degree in Speech-Language Pathology from an accredited program, • Valid New York State SLP License, • Fluency in English and one other language (e.g., Spanish, Mandarin, Bengali, etc.), • Experience working with multicultural and multilingual populations, • Experience supporting individuals with sensory and behavioral needs, • Familiarity with interdisciplinary collaboration and referral practices, • Strong knowledge of evidence-based practices in communication and swallowing disorders, • Excellent communication, organizational, and documentation skills, • Ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative, team-based environment Benefits: • Competitive salary and compensation package, • Health, dental, and vision insurance, • Paid time off (PTO), paid holidays, and sick leave, • Collaborative and supportive work environment, • Opportunities for career advancement and specialization in bilingual/multicultural speech therapy, • Full-time, in-person position (Weekend Availability Saturday or Sunday)

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  • Occupational Therapist
    Occupational Therapist
    1 month ago
    $42–$56 hourly
    Full-time
    Manhattan, New York

    Job description: Overview We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Occupational Therapist to join our healthcare team. The ideal candidate will provide comprehensive therapy services to diverse patient populations in an outpatient setting. This role offers an opportunity to make a meaningful impact on patients' recovery and quality of life through personalized care plans and expert intervention. The Occupational Therapist will collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to deliver high-quality patient care, focusing on restoring independence and functional abilities. Duties Assess patients' physical, cognitive, and emotional needs to develop individualized treatment plans. Facilitate rehabilitation of patients with emotional, physical or mental disabilities Assist patients with Activities of Daily Living (ADLs) such as dressing, grooming, and feeding to promote independence. Implement therapeutic interventions tailored to specific populations. Convey treatment results and patient progress to relevant parties Professional documentation regarding the patient's progress Organize and update patient records Maintain accurate documentation of patient progress and adjust treatment plans accordingly. Educate patients and families about therapeutic exercises and adaptive techniques to support ongoing recovery at home or in community settings. Skills Strong knowledge of physiology, anatomy, medical terminology, and functional assessment techniques. Previous experience in occupational therapy or other related fields Previous experience in manual therapy Experience assisting with ADLs and discharge planning across diverse populations. Passion to help and motivate others Excellent written and verbal communication skills Ability to develop effective care plans and manage cases efficiently in outpatient setting Excellent patient care skills with a compassionate approach tailored to pediatric, adult, or geriatric patients. Effective communication skills for working with multidisciplinary teams and educating patients/families. Benefits: Flexible schedule Paid time off Work Location: In person

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