Job Description:
We are looking for a Speech-Language Pathologist who will provide speech-language therapy services using a holistic and interdisciplinary model. Case load and billing hours are smaller than most! This position invites a unique opportunity to collaborate and co-treat with other disciplines across some, or all of our programs, which include: our Children’s Program-Breaking Boundaries (ages 4-15), and our Adult Transitions Program-Living With Purpose (ages 18+).
What sets us apart:
GoldStar employs a person-centered approach which allows us to support families in a unique and holistic way. We understand the challenges that these individuals and their families may face, so we encourage a collaborative multi-perspective treatment package created by experienced, passionate professionals, tailored to each individual. These comprehensive supports maximize the individual intervention we provide, by teaching tools and strategies that allow each individual to be successful in all environments, whether in his/her home, school, or community. As a member of our team, you can make a difference and help foster brighter futures for those who are differently-abled. Join us at GoldStar Learning Options!
Roles & Responsibilities:
- Implement speech therapy services to individuals with developmental and intellectual differences from early childhood through adulthood (SLP only).
- Participate and collaborate with our clinical teams (occupational therapists, behavior therapists, licensed professional counselors) in the development of the individualized comprehensive plan for the children and adults we serve.
- Provide education to families, caregivers, and other members of the team on phases and integration of speech and language therapy within each environment.
- Complete, maintain and submit accurate and relevant clinical documentation regarding patient evaluation and attainment of goals to maintain service eligibility.
- Connect with surrounding districts, pediatricians and expand connections to recruit families for program growth.
- Participate in bi-monthly speech program meetings to discuss cases, therapeutic processes, evidence-based practices, and collaboration across departments.
- Adhere to ASHA’s Code of Ethics for Speech-Language Pathologists across therapeutic activities.
- Complete administrative responsibilities related to SLP role (scheduling sessions, communicating cancellations, reporting information to teams) for timely case management.
- Help run any individual, group activities, and programs to support the mission of holistic programming with the clinical speech team.
- Complete all operational and clinical speech processes (including vacation requests, remote requests, etc. from the speech team).
- Maintain a standard productivity level of number of sessions per hours worked, as set by the Speech Therapy department with attempts to fill canceled sessions as able.
- Supervise Speech-Language Pathology Assistants (SLP-A) as needed, to mentor and guide.
- Develop a plan of care related to language, articulation, voice, fluency, and swallow skills, and regularly re-evaluate clients’ progress and revise the plan of care as necessary.
- Maintain communication with administrative team on client status, documentation, and plans.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
Normal routine levels of activity related to bending, carrying, climbing, hearing, reaching, sitting, standing, vision and walking, and may also involve above-average levels of activity at times that cannot always be anticipated due to the ability to meet the needs of the clients.
Qualifications:
- Must have a master’s degree and Certificate of Clinical Confidence in Speech-Language Pathology (CCC-SLP), or a certificate for Speech-Language Pathology Assistants.
- At least two years working as an SLP with children and/or adults with developmental differences in clinic, school, or in-home settings preferred.
- Experience in use of AAC devices and behavioral health highly preferred.
- Reliable transportation, and a valid driver’s license with willingness to travel to client homes.
- Flexibility working in-clinic, client homes, via teletherapy, and in community-based settings with clients.
- Willingness and ability to perform the physical demands of this position in order to keep our participants safe is required.
- Positive and passionate attitude is required.
Time Commitment of the position: Full-Time
Benefits:
- Immediate Benefits:
- Paid Training
- Drive Time
- Benefits available after 60 days:
- Health Insurance
- Dental and Vision
- Aflac
- Paid Holidays
- Sick Leave
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- CEU stipend (annual $185)
- Benefits available after 6 months:
- Simple IRA (GLO will match up to 3%)
Education:
License/Certification:
- Driver's License Required
Job Types: Full-time, Contract
Pay: From $38.50 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Referral program
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday
Work Location: In person
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