What are the responsibilities and job description for the Pediatric Speech Language Pathologist position at Blume Kids Therapy?
Welcome! We’re excited you’re interested in learning more about Blume Kids Therapy.
At Blume, we value celebrating differences. We also value having fun, fostering a trusting and safe environment, and promoting success with our clients in a way that’s meaningful for them. If this resonates with you, keep reading to learn more about what it means to be on Team Blume!
About Us
Blume Kids Therapy is a growing neurodiversity-affirming pediatric occupational and speech therapy practice based in Boulder, CO. This means…
- We focus on the well-being of our clients. We honor their needs and adjust accordingly.
- We’re child-led. We believe that incorporating the child’s interests into our sessions is key to developing meaningful and trusting relationships.
- We’re strengths-based. We presume competence and build upon emerging skills to instill confidence in our clients.
- We focus on building relationships with our clients that are trusting, supportive, and safe.
- We foster communication in all of its forms. Neurodivergent or disabled people may communicate in ways other than oral speech, and we honor and accept all ways of communicating.
- We listen and learn from the neurodivergent community in order to best inform our practice.
What We Offer
- Weekly supervision
- Opportunities for weekly collaboration with the team
- Paid professional development opportunities
- Regular mentorship
- Manageable caseloads and realistic expectations to promote a healthy work-life balance
- Dedication to supporting your growth as an individual and clinician
- Opportunities for developing leadership skills for career progression
- A salaried position
- A culture that will always prioritize our clinicians’ well-being over profit
About You
Our ideal speech therapist:
- Is affirming. You’re always learning, always listening, and always adapting. You’re committed to listening to & validating the experience of neurodivergent individuals, and you tailor your interventions to meet clients where they are.
- Is collaborative. You have experience collaborating with cross-functional teams, demonstrating mutual respect and an open mind. You have excellent oral and written communication with colleagues, direct reports, families, and clients. You actively contribute to a work environment that is inclusive of other perspectives, and you support the growth of your colleagues.
- Does the right thing. You act ethically and transparently in all professional matters, even when it is difficult or when no one is looking. You contribute to a foundation that allows for a just, fair, and compassionate environment.
- Is disciplined. You are committed to owning your actions and their outcomes while striving to receive and integrate feedback that drives professional growth. You consistently demonstrate reliability, dependability, flexibility, follow-through, and thoughtful decision-making. You strive for excellence through engaging in growth-minded endeavors, providing the highest quality of services, and leading by example.
- Is heartfelt. You’re passionate about supporting individuals of all abilities in their pursuit of living a meaningful life. You recognize and value others; support and advocate for clients and their families; validate and address the needs of your clients; and foster an inclusive, welcoming environment for all.
Additionally, you…
- Demonstrate a desire to continue your professional growth
- Have experience working with a variety of diagnoses, including autism, ADHD, and general developmental delays
- Have a passion for providing neurodiversity-affirming care, including a strong desire to continue learning from the neurodivergent community
- You have demonstrated experience in using Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC) devices
- Have strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills
- Have strong organizational skills
- Have experience collaborating with cross-functional teams and excellent written/oral communication with colleagues, direct reports, families, and clients
- Enjoy working with children
- Are highly motivated, naturally take initiative, are willing to learn, remain curious, and look to make a larger, positive impact
- You have a current ASHA certification
- You have a current Colorado SLP license
What You’ll Be Doing
- Providing direct speech therapy services in our clinic setting
- Evaluating new clients; completing communication assessments that can inform treatment plans in the areas of receptive/expressive language, pragmatic language, articulation, fluency, and voice; writing evaluation reports; and planning and implementing treatment sessions that promote engagement and skill development using a client-centered approach.
- Working collaboratively with the family unit, providing ongoing education that supports clients in reaching their goals.
- Maintaining a 65% productivity rate. We value work/life balance!
Job Type and Compensation
- Job Type: Full-Time
- Salary Range: $70,000-83,000
- Time Away from Work: 3 Weeks PTO Company Holidays 5 Sick Days. Additionally, you are paid during our annual office closure between the week of Christmas & NYD
- Competitive Benefits
Let's Talk!
If this sounds like a good fit for you, please submit your resume to hiring@blumekidstherapy.com or apply here. We look forward to hearing from you!
Diversity Statement
Blume Kids Therapy is proud to be an equal-opportunity employer. We are committed to celebrating diversity in all of its forms at every level of our organization.
Salary : $70,000 - $83,000