SPEECH LANGUAGE PATHOLOGIST - ADULT DAY SERVICES

Speech Language Pathologist - Adult Day Services

Full Time, Salaried $77,000- $93,000/year

Make a Real Difference Every Day: Do you want a career where you directly impact lives, experiencing the deep fulfillment that comes from helping others and a strong sense of purpose?

About DDI

For nearly 65 years, DDI (Developmental Disabilities Institute) has been a leading agency providing a full spectrum of care for over 1,600 children and adults with autism and other developmental disabilities. We are driven by a dedicated team and a deep belief in the potential of every individual.

What You'll Do

• Evaluate, assess, and screen clients using appropriate standardized testing and clinical observational skills
• Provide speech/language therapy according to OPWDD guidelines
• Provide required documentation for services that the program and/or supervisor have outlined
• Maintain documentation in a professional, efficient, accountable, and confidential manner.
• Attend all meetings as scheduled and collaborate with other professionals, staff, and families.
• Maintain and update professional knowledge, skills, and abilities through appropriate continuing education, inservice training or higher education.
• Inservice staff on communication programs.
• Oversee implementation of communication programs in both day and residential settings.
• Other duties, as assigned.

What You Need for the Role

• Masters Degree in Speech/Language Pathology
• NYSED licensure in Speech/Language Pathology
• ASHA certified preferred
• TSHH certification preferred
• Experience working with adults with developmental disabilities preferred
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills

Why You'll Love This Job

• Build Meaningful Relationships: Develop strong connections with individuals and their families.
• Learn and Grow: Benefit from ongoing training and professional development.
• Be Part of a Supportive Team: Work with passionate and dedicated colleagues.
• Experience Job Satisfaction: Feel a deep sense of accomplishment knowing your work matters.
• Exceptional Work-Life Balance: Generous paid time off.

Here’s How We Support You

• Comprehensive Paid Training: Get the skills you need to succeed.
• Exceptional Benefits: Including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, FSA, and EAP.
• Retirement Security: 403(b) retirement plan.
• Invest in Your Future: Tuition reimbursement opportunities.
• Career Growth: Opportunities for advancement within DDI.
• And More: Paid time off and other valuable benefits!

If You Are

• Empathic, compassionate, and patient
• Positive, energetic, and enthusiastic
• A good communicator and team player
• Passionate about making a difference

Then, we encourage you to apply and join the DDI team!

When you join our team, you become part of the DDI Family! Click here to watch our video to find out more about the DDI Family.

DDI is committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and employees without regard to actual or perceived race, color, sex, pregnancy, reproductive decision making, gender expression or identity, national origin, disability, military status, creed, religion, age, sexual orientation, marital status, genetic information, status as a victim of domestic violence or any other group protected by federal, state or local law.

We are committed to creating a deep sense of belonging and a culture where all applicants and employees feel welcomed, valued and respected. We are people inspired by purpose.