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Overview 

Developmental Disabilities Institute, DDI, is one of the largest providers of care to children and adults with Autism, developmental disabilities and other special needs. DDI has been a part of Long Island for over 50 years serving over 1,500 children and adults with Autism, other developmental disabilities and special needs. DDI provides innovative and expansive services to our population through various educational settings, residential services, day habilitation programs and vocational services. 

Salary: $77,001.60 - 92,401.92 year

Responsibilities

• 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, in-service training or higher education.
• In-service staff on communication programs.
• Oversee implementation of communication programs in both day and residential settings.
• Other duties, as assigned.

Qualifications

• 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

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. 

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