Per Diem Speech Therapist

Description

Crouse Community Center is seeking a compassionate and skilled Per Diem Speech Therapist to join our rehabilitation team. This flexible role is perfect for an ST who enjoys meaningful clinical work while supporting residents in a warm, collaborative long-term care environment.

As a Per Diem Speech Therapist, you will provide high-quality evaluation and treatment services to residents with communication, cognitive-linguistic, and swallowing needs. You will work closely with nursing, medical staff, and interdisciplinary team members to ensure individualized, person-centered care.

What You’ll Do

• Provide ST evaluations and treatments for communication disorders, cognitive-linguistic needs, and dysphagia.
• Develop individualized treatment plans based on resident assessments and clinical findings.
• Document progress and assessments in accordance with regulatory and facility standards.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams including nursing, medical staff, PT/OT, and social work.
• Participate in MDS and care plan processes through timely communication and quarterly reviews.
• Ensure safe therapy practices including adherence to infection control and PPE protocols.
• Maintain a professional, supportive environment for residents and families.

Why Join Crouse Community Center?

• Flexible per diem scheduling
• Supportive leadership and interdisciplinary teamwork
• Well-equipped therapy spaces
• A mission-driven environment focused on dignity, respect, and quality care

Requirements

What We’re Looking For

• Current NYS Speech-Language Pathology license in good standing.
• Master’s Degree in Speech-Language Pathology from an accredited program.
• Experience in long-term care or a similar healthcare setting preferred.
• Strong communication, clinical reasoning, and documentation skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team.
• Professional, positive, and resident-focused demeanor.