Lead Speech Language Pathologist

The Department Lead role is an opportunity to take on a leadership role in addition to your primary role. Department Lead positions will be opened to qualified applicants every five years.  

Department Leads are expected to meet or exceed all expectations of their primary role while serving as a team motivator, communicator, and uniter. Department Leads set the professional standard by example and provide the supervision and support necessary for their team members to be successful. Department Leads motivate their team to do great work, clearly and consistently communicate expectations, uphold Joya’s cultural norms, and unite their team with a shared sense of purpose to achieve Joya’s Mission & Vision while displaying and promoting Joya’s values of Compassion, Hope, Inclusion, Learning & Dedication.  

The pay differential for Department Lead duties will be determined annually through the budget process and communicated before the beginning of Joya’s fiscal year, July 1st. 

Supervisory Responsibility: 

• Participate in weekly Lead meeting to address expectations, program quality. 

• Approve weekly timecards prior to payroll process; assist in tracking down any missing time or miscoded time.  

• Authorize leave requests according to policy and ensure accurate coverage for the program. 

• Approve mileage reimbursements via the timekeeping/payroll system. Periodically audit mileage to ensure accuracy of mileage tracking. 

• Assign mentors to new staff and provide guidance, as needed, to facilitate effective mentor relationships. 

• Monitor department schedules and caseloads for efficiency, resource allocation and contractual limits as needed and appropriate. 

• Serve as a conduit for two-way communication between the department's team and Joya’s leadership. 

• Establish expectations for program quality and provide staff support to meet those standards. 

• Document team performance in your department. 

• Complete employee semi-annual performance reviews for each team member in your department. 

• Attend local and or state meetings when needed. 

Required Skills & Abilities: 

• Exhibit resolute professional conduct. 

• Cultivate positive, supportive, and responsive interactions while encouraging independence. 

• Act in a respectful manner toward each person regardless of age, gender, race, nationality, religion, ethnicity, social or economic status, sexual orientation, health condition or disability. 

• Communicate effectively and efficiently.  

• Demonstrate autonomy and accountability. 

• Maintain confidentiality of sensitive information. 

• Understanding of and ability to resolve conflict. 

• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail. 

• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite. 

Education, Certifications and Experience Requirements: 

• Demonstrated excellence across all skills and responsibilities of primary role. 

• Experience providing early support for infants/toddlers with developmental delays, and their families. 

• Experience supervising or leading a professional team, desired. 

Disclaimer: 

This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties and responsibilities that are required of the employee. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change, or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice. 

Equal Opportunity Policy: 

At Joya Child & Family Development our community is based on inclusion, encouragement, and lasting connections. We envision a future where all children thrive with the support of their families, our team and community partners.  

To realize our vision, Joya is committed to ensuring equity, diversity, inclusion, belonging and accessibility for the children, families, employees, and community we serve. Within our organization and beyond, we are actively working to dismantle systems and inequitable structures that prevent children and their families receiving the care they need and deserve—especially those who experience systemic racism and gaps in care due to the ongoing legacy of racism, discrimination, and other forms of oppression. We will uplift community as a just and accountable employer, partner, and provider. 

Joya is a place where all are cared for.