Director Speech Services/SLP

About Accel Therapies

We specialize in Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) and other therapies. Our treatment programs are based on the best available evidence and designed to meet the unique needs of children with autism and other developmental needs.

Job Summary:
The Speech Services Manager plays a crucial role in managing and coordinating all practices for SLP services. This position includes clinical and administrative oversight of SLP operations, ensuring high-quality assurance and supporting strategic growth of our Speech Therapy Services line across the company.

Duties/Responsibilities:

• Assess and diagnose speech, language, and communication disorders.
• Develop and implement individualized treatment plans for clients.
• Provide therapy and interventions to improve speech, language, and communication skills.
• Collaborate with BCBAs, BTs, and other Applied Behavioral Analysis teammates to deliver integrated, multi-disciplinary client care.
• Educate clients and their families about speech and language disorders and treatment options.
• Document client progress and maintain accurate treatment records.
• Utilize specialized equipment and technology to assist in diagnosis and treatment.

Clinical Quality Assurance:

• Responsible for designing, implementing, and maintaining electronic documentation system workflow and templates pertaining to SLP.
• Responsible for maintaining audits according to regulatory requirements.
• Plans, reviews, and monitors referrals for relevance and timeliness of service delivery.
• Regulatory compliance/quality assurance: responsible for ensuring compliance with regulations for SLP services, assisting units and SLP department in maintaining compliance with all regulatory requirements.

Leadership:

• Exhibits ancillary SLP leadership regarding other department initiatives.
• Exhibits a high level of initiation in regard to program development and performance improvement projects for the SLP service.
• Ensures a high level of utilization of authorized client SLP sessions.
• Meets with key service personnel as indicated to promote effective services.
• Manages and supervises all clinical and support staff in all programs, providing long-term career development and growth opportunities.
• Develops staff clinical training program and leads new hires through established activities with diligence and thoroughness.

Strategic Growth:

• Partners with Accel leadership to strategically plan the growth of the Speech service line across current markets and in new markets.
• Occasionally travels to other markets to support the SLP team and service line.
• Fosters relationships with community providers to build Accel's reputation and a strong referral network.
• Collaborates with cross-functional leadership to execute marketing strategies related to growing Accel's speech business.
• Researches to advance knowledge in the field of speech-language pathology.
• Participates in continuing education to stay current with the latest practices and techniques.

Required Skills/Abilities:

• Mastery expertise in the field of SLP.
• Experience working in diverse clinical settings and leading new markets.
• Proficiency in using speech and language assessment tools.
• Hearing ability sufficient to evaluate student's speech.
• Strong leadership skills and ability to manage teams through effective communication.

Education and Experience:

• Master's degree in speech pathology required.
• State license as a speech pathologist is required.
• Willing to get licensed in other states.
• A minimum of three to five years of experience working in the speech pathology field is preferred.
• Ability to travel up to 25% of the time.

Physical Requirements:

• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Must be able to lift 15 pounds at times.