Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) in preschool

The Opportunity:

• The Young Mind Center was founded in 2011 in Phoenix, AZ and opened the first transdisciplinary, inclusive early autism intervention center in the Valley in 2018. 
• We are seeking an experienced pediatric SLP to join our team and be a part of our effort to set the standard for excellence in leadership and teaming in the field of early autism intervention. 

What we can offer you:

• The opportunity to work on a transdisciplinary team (that includes BCBAs, a psychologist, an OT, an SLP, preschool teachers, RBTs, and families) that functions in an extraordinary way – we trust one another, we complement each other’s strengths and compensate for each other’s limitations, we have common goals that are larger than individual goals, and we produce extraordinary results. 
• The ability to best serve young children with autism. Our intensive approach brings together behavioral strategies and knowledge of how children develop and learn to improve children's motivation to learn, speed of acquisition of skills, and ability to generalize newly acquired skills to to create incredible progress.
• An intervention setting where children with autism are children first. We believe children with ASD should be afforded the same opportunities to play, learn, and have fun as if they were typically developing. Our intervention takes place in an inclusive preschool with typically developing peers. 
• Above market compensation when you factor in profit sharing and benefits. (For example, we profit shared based on the organization’s profitability, which can be up to 20% of your salary. You get 15 paid holidays and up to 25 days of PTO.)
• The opportunity to be a member of a community of people who are passionate about the work we do and the impact we make. And we have lots of fun!

The requirements you have:

• 2 years practicing as a SLP working with young children with autism
• Licensed Speech Language Pathologist – ADHS
• Certificate of Clinical Competence in Speech-Language Pathology (CCC-SLP) – ASHA
• AZ IVP Fingerprint Clearance Card 

The mindset and skills you will bring:

• Strong foundational knowledge of autism and neurotypical development
• Proficiency in conducting assessments related to pediatric communication and feeding
• Experience designing, implementing, and modifying treatment plans based on assessment results and best available evidence
• An affinity for seeking out new experiences, knowledge, and candid feedback and an openness to learning and change
• The ability to gather and make sense of information that suggests new possibilities
• A talent for using emotion and logic to connect with people and communicate a persuasive vision 
• The determination to persevere despite challenges and to bounce back from adversity

Achievements:

• Demonstrated track record of modeling authentic, inclusive behavior with humility and courage
• Successfully supervised a caseload of young children with autism
• Strong record of working well both independently and as a member of a team
• Frequent collaboration with stakeholders that is characterized by cooperation, mutual respect, and shared goals
• Demonstrated curiosity, flexibility, and adaptability in responding to change and ambiguity
• Demonstrated self-awareness, continuous learning, and effective management of personal time and energy

• Assessment Reporting: Conduct comprehensive evaluations related to areas including articulation, fluency, voice, expressive, receptive and pragmatic language, and feeding and use results to guide individualized goals and objectives; regularly monitor child progress and update or modify individual goals on a quarterly basis
• Individualized Support: Design treatment plans, implement evidence-based interventions, and propose educational materials for the purpose of minimizing the adverse impact of communication and feeding disorders
• Collaboration: Embrace a transdisciplinary approach and act as lead on subjects related to communicative disorders, use of assistive devices, and/or implementing prescribed treatment plans
• Family Partnership: Communicate clearly, accurately, professionally, and regularly with families; engage and encourage parent participation to support the progress of their child; demonstrate cultural competency and respect familial values and beliefs.
• Administration: Maintain files and/or records (e.g., progress reports, activity logs, billing information, treatment plans, required documentation, quarterly reports, screening results, etc.) for the purpose of ensuring availability of information as required for reference and/or compliance. Ensure ethical and effective billing practices.

• Master's Degree in Speech and Communication Disorders
• Licensed Speech Language Pathologist – ADHS
• Certificate of Clinical Competence in Speech-Language Pathology (CCC-SLP) – ASHA
• AZ IVP Fingerprint Clearance Card
• Experience working with children 18 months – 6 years

• Competitive salary with annual performance evaluations and raises
• Year-end bonuses
• 15 paid holidays 15 additional paid days off
• Reimbursement for CEUs & licensure
• Professional development opportunities
• Referral program
• Great health & dental & VSP vision benefits
• 401K with company matching up to 4% after 90 days

Salary : $70 - $80