Speech-Language Pathologist, John Paul II Center for Special Learning
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Diocese of Allentown
PA
Summary
Provide evaluation, treatment, and consultation services for adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities, focusing on communication and swallowing. Collaborate with an interdisciplinary team to implement individualized treatment plans and support safe feeding practices.
Job Description
DIOCESE OF ALLENTOWN
John Paul II Center for Special Learning, Shillington
Position Description
Position Title: Speech-Language Pathologist
Location: John Paul II Center for Special Learning Adult Program, Shillington, PA
Reports To: Principal and Director of Adult Services
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
Position Type: Part-Time, 2 Days Per Week
Position Summary: The John Paul II Center for Special Learning Adult Program is seeking a compassionate and skilled Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP) to provide evaluation, treatment, and consultation services for adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities. The ideal candidate will have experience in dysphagia (swallowing disorders), articulation therapy, and functional communication development. This position plays a vital role in supporting participants' health, safety, communication skills, and overall quality of life.
Essential Responsibilities
Clinical Services
- Conduct speech-language and swallowing evaluations for adult program participants.
- Develop and implement individualized treatment plans addressing communication, articulation, swallowing, and feeding needs.
- Provide direct therapy services in individual and small-group settings.
- Assess and monitor dysphagia and recommend appropriate dietary modifications and safe swallowing strategies.
- Collaborate with participants, families, nursing staff, caregivers, and interdisciplinary team members to support communication and feeding goals.
- Maintain accurate documentation of evaluations, treatment plans, progress notes, and recommendations.
Communication Support
- Address articulation deficits and speech intelligibility concerns.
- Support expressive and receptive language development.
- Assist participants in developing functional communication skills for community engagement, vocational activities, and daily living.
- Evaluate and recommend augmentative and alternative communication (AAC) supports when appropriate.
Consultation and Training
- Provide training and support to staff regarding communication strategies and safe feeding and swallowing practices.
- Participate in interdisciplinary team meetings and contribute to participant care planning.
- Monitor participant progress and update treatment goals as needed.
Qualifications
- Master's Degree in Speech-Language Pathology from an accredited program.
- Current Pennsylvania Speech-Language Pathologist license.
- Certificate of Clinical Competence (CCC-SLP) preferred.
- Experience working with adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities preferred.
- Experience in dysphagia assessment and treatment required.
- Experience providing articulation therapy required.
- Knowledge of AAC systems and functional communication supports preferred.
- Strong interpersonal, organizational, and documentation skills.
Additional Conditions of Employment
Due to the nature and mission of the Catholic Church, all employees are bound to exhibit respect for the teachings and discipline of the Church in regard to matters of faith and morals, including maintaining a lifestyle that is in conformity with the teachings of the Catholic Church.
Mission Commitment
The successful candidate will support the mission of the John Paul II Center for Special Learning by promoting dignity, independence, communication, and quality of life for adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities within a safe, nurturing, and faith-centered environment.
Physical Requirements
Must have the ability to assist with feeding and swallowing assessments; move throughout the facility and participate in community-based programming as needed; and lift, bend, and position materials or adaptive equipment when necessary.
Working Conditions
This is a part-time position with a maximum of 29 hours weekly for a ten-month school year, unless other arrangements are made with the principal to work in the summer. Normal work hours are 2 days of the week, 8:00 AM to 3:00 PM.
How to Apply
Interested applicants must submit a resume and cover letter to:
John Paul II Center for Special Learning
Principal, Kaylee Simcik
Email: [email protected]
Compensation: Competitive hourly rate based on experience and qualifications.
EOE M/F/D/V
We are a Roman Catholic family of faith, centered in the Holy Eucharist, faithful to the Church's teachings, bringing the Light of Christ to each other and to our community.
The Diocese of Allentown was formed on January 28, 1961, when Pope John XXIII signed a document separating the counties of Berks, Carbon, Lehigh, Northampton and Schuylkill from the Archdiocese of Philadelphia. The news became public February 15. The following April 11, Bishop Joseph McShea, then auxiliary bishop of Philadelphia, was installed as the first Bishop of Allentown by Archbishop Egidio Vagnozzi, Apostolic Delegate to the United States in the new Cathedral Church of Saint Catharine of Siena in Allentown.
Bishop Thomas Welsh succeeded Bishop McShea in 1983, followed by Bishop Edward Cullen in 1998 and Bishop John Barres in 2009. Like Bishop McShea, Bishops Welsh and Cullen were former Auxiliary Bishops of Philadelphia. Bishop Barres was a priest of the Diocese of Wilmington, DE, when he was appointed. He became the first priest ordained a Bishop in Allentown’s Cathedral of St. Catharine of Siena. Seven-and-a-half years later, he became the first Allentown Bishop to be transferred when Pope Francis appointed him the Fifth Bishop of the Diocese of Rockville Centre, NY.
As the Fifth Bishop of Allentown, Pope Francis, on June 27, 2017 appointed Monsignor Alfred A. Schlert. Bishop Schlert is the first priest ordained for the Diocese of Allentown to be appointed Bishop of the Diocese. He was ordained a Bishop and installed as Bishop of Allentown on August 31, 2017.
Catholics form the largest single religious group in the five counties of the Diocese. In the 84 parishes of the Diocese, there are more than 252,000 registered Catholics, representing more than 20 percent of the general population.
Founded
1961
Company size
1,001-5,000 employees
Industry
Religious Institutions
Org type
Nonprofit
Headquarters
Allentown, Pennsylvania
We are a Roman Catholic family of faith, centered in the Holy Eucharist, faithful to the Church's teachings, bringing the Light of Christ to each other and to our community.
The Diocese of Allentown was formed on January 28, 1961, when Pope John XXIII signed a document separating the counties of Berks, Carbon, Lehigh, Northampton and Schuylkill from the Archdiocese of Philadelphia. The news became public February 15. The following April 11, Bishop Joseph McShea, then auxiliary bishop of Philadelphia, was installed as the first Bishop of Allentown by Archbishop Egidio Vagnozzi, Apostolic Delegate to the United States in the new Cathedral Church of Saint Catharine of Siena in Allentown.
Bishop Thomas Welsh succeeded Bishop McShea in 1983, followed by Bishop Edward Cullen in 1998 and Bishop John Barres in 2009. Like Bishop McShea, Bishops Welsh and Cullen were former Auxiliary Bishops of Philadelphia. Bishop Barres was a priest of the Diocese of Wilmington, DE, when he was appointed. He became the first priest ordained a Bishop in Allentown’s Cathedral of St. Catharine of Siena. Seven-and-a-half years later, he became the first Allentown Bishop to be transferred when Pope Francis appointed him the Fifth Bishop of the Diocese of Rockville Centre, NY.
As the Fifth Bishop of Allentown, Pope Francis, on June 27, 2017 appointed Monsignor Alfred A. Schlert. Bishop Schlert is the first priest ordained for the Diocese of Allentown to be appointed Bishop of the Diocese. He was ordained a Bishop and installed as Bishop of Allentown on August 31, 2017.
Catholics form the largest single religious group in the five counties of the Diocese. In the 84 parishes of the Diocese, there are more than 252,000 registered Catholics, representing more than 20 percent of the general population.
Founded
1961
Company size
1,001-5,000 employees
Industry
Religious Institutions
Org type
Nonprofit
Headquarters
Allentown, Pennsylvania
