What are the responsibilities and job description for the Speech Language Pathologist position at Care Options for Kids?
School-Based Speech Language Pathologist
The position of Speech Language Pathologist provides therapeutic techniques for the rehabilitation of patients with speech, language, hearing, oral motor, swallowing and cognitive disorders.
This individual will plan, implement, and evaluate patient care to restore or maintain patient well-being and collaborate with an interdisciplinary team of professionals.
Benefits:
- Comprehensive medical, dental & vision insurance
- Life, long-term disability, and short-term disability insurance
- Supplemental insurance options
- 401(k) retirement plan (after eligibility)
- Generous paid time off (PTO)
- Ongoing continuing education units (CEUs)
- A referral program to recognize and reward referrals
- Professional development assistance to support growth and advancement
- Access to a discipline-specific mentor
- Online community of clinicians for networking and collaboration
Experience/Requirements:
- Pediatric focus and/or School-Based experience preferred
- Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
- Self-motivated, with strong problem-solving skills and ability to work independently
- Demonstrated ability to effectively prioritize time and meet deadlines
- Ability to work under pressure
- Ability to maintain confidentiality of data and information
- Knowledge of therapy skills as defined by generally accepted standards of practice
- Excellent verbal and written communication, and interpersonal skills
- Responsive to requests
- Reliable transportation, valid driver's license, and current auto liability insurance
Education/License/Certification:
- Masters or higher degree in Communication Sciences and Disorders from an accredited institution
- Current Certificate of Clinical Competence in good standing from the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA)
- Active State License to practice Speech Therapy in the state of employment
Care Options for Kids is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and do not discriminate based on protected characteristics.