ABOUT US: Helping Hand's mission is to transform the lives of all connected to Helping Hand through genuine care and education. So that, people with intellectual and developmental disabilities are equally valued in all communities! Established in 1955, Helping Hand is proud to serve over 70 surrounding communities by providing accredited and licensed Adult Programs as well as an ISBE-approved non-public Therapeutic Day School.
Helping Hand has been awarded "Best and Brightest Places to Work" for both Chicago and the Nation for 6 years in a row! This award is a reflection of the incredible talent and commitment shown by our HH team members every day.
If you're ready to join our incredible team, apply today!
SCHEDULE AND COMPENSATION:
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On-site position, 40 hours per week.
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Salary range $60,000 - $68,540/salary (exempt). Salary based on skills and experience.
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Quarterly bonus potential.
HELPING HAND PERKS:
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Team member appreciation events and recognition throughout the year
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Tuition reimbursement
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Paid holidays
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Paid vacation
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Paid personal days after 1 year of service
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Accrued paid sick time
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Employee Assistance Programs
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Traditional medical, dental, vision insurance, and supplemental/voluntary benefit options.
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403b retirement plan with up to a 4% company match
A TYPICAL DAY FOR YOU AT HH:
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Provide direct speech language pathology services, including hearing screenings, to clients across the lifespan throughout Helping Hand’s outpatient clinic, day program, and/or residential program.
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Complete evaluations, daily notes, treatment plans, progress reports as required, and annual re-evaluations for all clients on caseload; complete all documentation ethically, accurately, and timely; coordinate with billing coordinator and Associate Director of Clinical Services to complete insurance authorizations.
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Collaborate with supervisor to maximize billing and client care and participate in formal supervision with supervisor at least monthly.
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Collaborate with outpatient clinic team to strive for continued expansion and improvement of clinical services to best serve clients with developmental disabilities.
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Collaborate with interdisciplinary team to provide continuity of client care.
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Provide home programming and training to parents/guardians/caregivers to ensure carryover of therapy; provide parent education in a genuine and supportive way.
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Maintain a caseload of 35 clients/week with an average billing expectation of 120 hours/month; eligible for quarterly bonus incentives based on billable hours.
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Provide augmentative and alternative communication (AAC) systems for individuals with severe expressive/receptive language or speech sound disorders.
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In partnership with the Associate Director, participate in and/or plan parent educational presentations related to speech language pathology services and treatment, as well as Helping Hand’s clinical services.
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Meet quality and compliance requirements as set forth by Helping Hand, DHS, IDPH, CARF and other pertinent regulations including the fulfillment of all necessary training requirements.
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Actively participate in agency committees such as Intake, HRC/BMC, etc. as assigned.
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Complete documentation in a timely manner by meeting deadlines.
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Ability to promote and adhere to company values.
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A commitment to a diverse, inclusive, and equitable work environment.
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Other duties as assigned.
LAND THIS OPPORTUNITY BY HAVING:
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Master's or doctorate degree in speech language pathology
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Current, unrestricted, active speech language pathology license with the state of Illinois
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Current Certificate of Clinical Competence (CCC) through the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA), or Clinical Fellow (CF)
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Ability to fulfill all necessary training requirements of the agency, including but not limited to crisis management (crisis management training includes de-escalation strategies and physical management techniques).
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Proficient and comfortable with technology such as Microsoft Office, Teams, Zoom, etc.
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Experience working with individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
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Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills, both verbal and written.
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Exceptional problem-solving and time management skills.
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Excellent organizational skills and ability to multitask and prioritize multiple priorities as required.
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Valid driver’s license with an acceptable driving record and ongoing personal motor vehicle insurance.
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Able to work independently and as part of a team.
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Ability to promote and adhere to company values.
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A commitment to a diverse, inclusive, and equitable work environment.
WORK ENVIRONMENT:
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The person in this position needs to occasionally move about to assist clients/students, access file cabinets, office machinery, etc.
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The ability to observe details at a close range (within a few feet of the observer).
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Consistently position self to maintain files in file cabinets or assist clients/students.
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The ability to communicate information and ideas so others will understand. Must be able to exchange accurate information in these situations.
Helping Hand welcomes diversity and provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.