Nyc.slp.ccc00

I have been working with contracting agencies for the past two years and might be able to give you some insight based on my experience. It is difficult to compare rate vs. salary. Rates vary based on agency as well as your ability to negotiate and self-advocate. Additionally, growth is not typically expected and rate cuts do happen. If you contract independently (working directly for the district) the rate might be higher depending on the state; however, you need your ccc's for independent contracting. When working in schools the contracts are typically nine month unless otherwise specified (e.g., maternity leave). Summers are more of a challenge because traditional schools are on break. Contracting Pros: - can work in different settings and great for gathering experience on population and setting preference. -flexibility in scheduling -lower caseloads; possible to do 1-1 therapy Contracting Cons: -difficulty advocating for: appropriate work space, technology, materials, etc. -Instability in pay; will depends on caseload and setting -poor supervision (I personally had a wonderful and supportive supervisor during my cf; typically this is not the case) -poor to no medical coverage, sick leave, or vacation days. Usually they ask you to meet ridiculous hours for medical coverage. Typically, this is difficult to meet even for full time employees.... I am still waiting. -no prep time, paperwork time, or paid lunch breaks (again depends on agency but this is pretty common) -working sessions back to back; if students miss sessions we are not compensated. -often only slp in school setting At this point in my career, I am itching to get away from contracting due to many challenges with this type of employment.