Speech Language Pathologist

Job Description:

Marklund in Bloomingdale is hiring a full-time Speech Language Pathologist.

Would you like to make a difference in the lives of others and be appreciated for what you do?

Join us in making everyday life possible for individuals with profound disabilities and love your job.

Marklund is seeking a highly motivated and mission-centered individual for the position of Speech Language Pathologist at the Marklund Day School in Bloomingdale with weekly travel to Geneva. The schedule is 32 hours per week (full-time) with flexible days and hours of 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM. The salary for this position is $68,000/year. Candidates must be able to perform the essential functions of the job and to meet its functional and environmental requirements.

We value our employees and always strive to maintain a stimulating work environment. Join us today, so YOU can make the 'Marklund Difference' like Jessica has.

Here is Jessica's Story.

"When I first started at Marklund, I had no clue what to expect. I thought it would just be a job and nothing more. As I started working I got much more out of Marklund than just a job, I got a second family. I enjoy every day coming to work and caring for all the residents. Days when I work I walk in to my name being shouted with joy by some of the residents and that's an amazing feeling to know they are happy to see me. It may be hard work sometimes, but it's more than rewarding. Every day I see the smiles on the resident's faces and I know I'm doing a good thing. Marklund is way more than just a job, it's a fun place to work."

Who We Are:

Marklund is a nonprofit organization that provides residential, educational and therapy services to infants, children, teens and adults with serious and profound developmental disabilities and special healthcare needs. With three residential locations - the Marklund Hyde Center in Geneva, the Marklund Philip Center in Bloomingdale, and the Marklund Wasmond Center in Elgin, it is currently home to nearly 178 residents. The Marklund Day School offers Multi-Needs and Life Skills programs for children and young adults with multiple medical needs, and those diagnosed on the autism spectrum. In addition, our Community Day Services program at each site is a therapeutic day program for adults who reside at Marklund and those who come in from the community.

Marklund provides a rich culture where everything we do contributes to our mission of "making everyday life possible for individuals with profound disabilities." Each and every employee's job contributes to Marklund's vision of providing a happy, safe purpose-filled life for every individual with intellectual and development disabilities, and is integral to enhancing the lives of the individuals we serve. As part of our private, not-for-profit network of services, you will learn what it's like to have the individuals we serve not only change your career, but also change your life.

Responsibilities include:

Speech-language pathology evaluation and treatment for individuals at our Bloomingdale location.
Conduct comprehensive assessments to evaluate communication abilities including receptive and expressive language skills, articulation, fluency, swallowing, pragmatic language, and augmentative and alternative communication needs.
Collaborate with interdisciplinary team members to develop individualized treatment plans based on assessment findings and individual goals.
Utilize AAC systems and other assistive technology as appropriate to support communication development and enhance communication access.
Provide education and support to staff, families, and caregivers on communication strategies, AAC devices, and techniques to facilitate language development and promote carryover of skills into daily routines.
Monitor progress regularly through ongoing assessment and data collection, documenting treatment interventions, progress notes, and reports.
Please note that this job summary is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

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As an equal opportunity employer, Marklund respects and supports diversity, equity and inclusion as part of our work environment.
Experience and Skills:

Valid Illinois Speech-Language Pathologist License required
Experience with autism and medically complex individuals preferred
Experience in a school setting preferred

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Benefits:

We want to be a positive influence in your career path

Whether you work at Marklund for 1 year, 5 years or 50 years, we want to be a positive influence in your career path.

When you join the Marklund team, you receive the following:

Compensation & Benefits we offer YOU

Full-Time Employees:

Competitive Pay
Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance Plans
Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
Health Savings Account (HSA)
Company Paid Life Insurance for all FT employees
Voluntary Life Insurance
Company Paid Long-Term Disability
Voluntary Short -Term Disability
Paid Time Off (PTO)
School Employees Receive "Closed Days" and Sick/Personal
PTO Cash-In & Conversion Twice Per Year
Tuition Reimbursement
Extended Sick Bank
7 Paid Holidays per Year

Full-Time and Part-Time Employee Benefits:

Competitive pay
Credit Union Membership
Retirement Savings Plan - eligible upon hire
Marklund matches up to 5%

Ways we appreciate YOU

Annual Employee Recognition Dinner and Celebration
Years of Service Awards and Gifts beginning at 5 years
Claire Haverkampf (founder) Annual Commemorative Award
You Caught My Eye - Monthly Employee Award
Thanksgiving Turkey
Employee Referral Bonus Program
Employee Assistance Program

Training & Growth Opportunities for YOU

We promote from within whenever possible
You are paid while you train:
In-House Training Programs
Leadership Training Program
Employee Workshops on a variety of topics

Benefits/Programs subject to change.

From: Marklund