Gersh Autism

Specialized autism education with integrated therapies

Speech Language Pathologist

Rehabilitation TherapiesUpdated on Nov 13

Full-timeLong Island City, Queens, NY, USA$100k /yr

About the Job

Requirements

A Master's degree in Speech and Language Pathology or Communicative Disorders is required.
A current New York license is required.
The role requires the ability to keep students safe from themselves and others and, in some cases, implement CPI procedures.
The role requires the ability to remove oneself from potentially harmful situations and, in some cases, lift a child.
The role requires the ability to stand, walk, bend, kneel, and move throughout the workday.
The role requires the ability to lift at least 50–65 pounds, assist, and/or physically support students, including lifting or guiding students of varying sizes.
The role requires the ability to physically intervene when required to ensure safety, per CPI training.
The role requires the ability to remove oneself and/or others from unsafe situations quickly.
The role requires the ability to maintain attention and focus in a dynamic, high-stimulation environment.
The role requires the ability to multitask and shift priorities quickly.
The role requires sound judgment and decision-making, particularly in high-pressure or safety-sensitive situations.
The role requires the ability to work effectively as part of a team and maintain professional relationships.
The role requires the ability to perform duties under stress, including during behavioral escalations.

Responsibilities

Promote students' optimal function and engagement in meaningful activities.
Support families and collaborate with other disciplines as needed to address goals and objectives in each student's IFSP or IEP.
Provide speech and language therapy and evaluations for language, auditory processing disorder, articulation, and voice fluency.
Work with children who have autism.
Utilize behavior management techniques.
Write evaluations and progress reports.
Consult and collaborate with parents, schoolteachers, and colleagues.
Maintain appropriate documentation regarding student services and subsequent needs in compliance with state and local requirements.
Review outcomes independently and modify intervention programs.
Contribute clinical reasoning and professional judgment in screening, evaluation, educational program and transition planning, and therapeutic intervention for students with disabilities.

Desired Qualifications

TSSLD certification is preferred.
PROMPT experience is preferred.

For over 30 years, Gersh Autism has empowered students on the autism spectrum to reach their full potential. Serving individuals aged 5-21 across the U.S. and Puerto Rico, our network of K-12 schools provides personalized education tailored to each student’s unique learning style. We offer comprehensive therapeutic services—speech, physical, occupational therapy, and more—along with vocational training for older students. Our dedicated team collaborates with families to ensure academic, social, and emotional growth, preparing students for success beyond the classroom.

At Gersh Autism, we are committed to helping individuals on the autism spectrum lead fulfilling, independent lives.

Gersh Academy is seeking a smart and energetic Speech and Language Pathologist to provide speech therapy support to children ages 5-21. The Speech Pathologist will regularly collaborate with other disciplines and services at departmental and system levels. Speech Pathologist is expected to independently review outcomes and modify intervention programs. Clinical reasoning and professional judgment are essential, and the ideal candidate will have experience with screening, evaluation, educational program and transition planning, and therapeutic intervention for students with disabilities.

Speech Language Pathologist Duties and Responsibilities

Speech and Language pathologists will promote optimal function and engagement in meaningful activities.
They will provide support to families, and collaborate with other disciplines, as needed in order to address goals and objectives as indicated in each student's IFSP or IEP.
Provide speech and language therapy/evaluations for language, auditory processing disorder, articulation, and voice fluency
Work with children who have autism
Utilize behavior management techniques
Write evaluations and progress reports
Consult and collaborate with parents, schoolteachers, and fellow colleagues
In compliance with state and local requirements, each therapist will be responsible for maintaining appropriate documentation regarding student services and subsequent needs

*Please note all the above are the responsibilities of the role, however the role is not limited to only the above*

Speech Language Pathologist Qualifications

Master's Degree in Speech and Language Pathology or Communicative Disorders
Must have current NY license
TSSLD certification preferred
PROMPT Experience preferred

Speech Language Pathologist Working Conditions

Location: Onsite at our school in Long Island City (may be required to travel to other locations)
Monday – Friday / 8:00AM-3:30PM (and once a week until 4PM for a team meeting)
School/Classroom Setting

Speech Language Pathologist Physical requirements

Must be able to keep students safe from themselves and others and in some cases may need to implement CPI procedures
Must be able to remove oneself from potentially harmful situations and in some cases be able to lift a child

Physical Requirements

Must be able to keep students safe from themselves and others and, in some cases, may need to implement CPI (therapeutic holds) procedures.
Must be able to remove oneself from potentially harmful situations and, in some cases, be able to lift a child.
Ability to stand, walk, bend, kneel, and move throughout the workday
Ability to lift (at least 50-65 pounds), assist, and/or physically support students, which may include lifting or guiding students of varying sizes
Ability to physically intervene when required to ensure safety (per CPI training)
Ability to remove oneself and/or others from unsafe situations quickly
Ability to maintain attention and focus in a dynamic, high-stimulation environment
Ability to multi-task and shift priorities quickly
Ability to exercise sound judgment and decision-making, particularly in high-pressure or safety-sensitive situations
Ability to work effectively as part of a team and maintain professional relationships
Ability to perform duties under stress, including during behavioral escalations

Benefits for Full Time Employees

Gersh Autism offers a competitive compensation package, including comprehensive health and retirement benefits, professional development opportunities, and a supportive work environment committed to your personal and professional growth.

Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
Retirement Plan (401k matching)
Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D)
Family Leave (Maternity, Paternity)
Short-Term & Long-Term Disability
Training & Development

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About the Company

Gersh Autism

Specialized autism education with integrated therapies

Gersh Autism provides specialized K-12 education and integrated therapies for students on the autism spectrum through a network of academies. Its programs customize academics and therapies (such as speech and occupational therapy) to each student, with bilingual options like a Puerto Rico school. It differentiates itself by delivering coordinated in-house therapies and personalized curricula across multiple private special-education locations funded by tuition and therapy fees. The goal is to help autistic students succeed academically, develop essential life skills, and support families through comprehensive, accessible programs.

Company size: 51-200
Company stage: Not listed
Total funding: Not listed
Headquarters: Park City, UT
Founded: 1991

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