Address: 13949 W Colfax Ave Suite 150, Lakewood, CO 80401, USA
Compensation: $75,000.00 - $90,000.00/year
Job Description
Soar Autism Center is building a network of interdisciplinary clinics where children with autism and their families receive life-shaping services that support them to thrive. We prioritize early intervention, comprehensive supportive services, and positive, developmentally-appropriate learning that meets the needs of each unique child and family. Specifically, we focus on integrated autism care and a play-based model of ABA therapy based on the principles of the Early Start Denver Model.
What You'll Do
- Serve as on-site Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) and plan and implement naturalistic speech therapy for young children ages 2-6 years old in a center-based setting.
- Conduct multidisciplinary assessments and create treatment plans in coordination with other clinical specialties (ABA, OT, psychology).
- Develop communication interventions for young clients, including but not limited to AAC devices, to support client communication.
- Learn a play-based form of therapy. You’ll be trained in the Early Start Denver Model (ESDM), an evidence-based model of therapy for young children with ASD.
- Be a part of an interdisciplinary care team, specifically collaborating with ABA, occupational therapy, and mental health services to plan and implement effective programs for young kids, including co-treatments with the occupational therapy team.
- Coach and mentor a team of staff to effectively translate speech goals into their therapy, and support their career growth and progression.
- Monitor client progress, update treatment plans and goals, and communicate needed changes to team members and families.
- Partner with client families to develop goals, build relationships, communicate progress, and coach and support them in their journey.
What You Have
- Desire to be a part of an organization working to advance the standard of autism therapy.
- Master’s Degree in Communication Sciences and Disorders from an accredited program.
- License to practice speech pathology in the State of Colorado.
- 3+ years as a practicing Speech Language Pathologist (SLP).
- Experience with AAC.
- Embody a playful spirit and the ability to connect and engage with young children.
- Clear professional communication, both verbally and in writing.
- Fluency in navigating devices such as computers and tablets.
What You'll Get
- Quality medical ($0 deductible), dental, and vision plans.
- A company 401K with company contribution after a year of service.
- 11 company holidays plus 15 additional days off.
- A “Time for You” program to take extra time off work when you need it.
- Short-term disability for all staff covered by Soar.
- Receive trainings and continuing education, and work with national experts on ESDM implementation.
- Real multidisciplinary collaboration! Work closely with ABA, OT, psychology, and/or LPCs in our center via client overlaps and weekly interdisciplinary care meetings.
- A mission deeply focused on care quality for kids. We are a local Colorado organization deeply committed to advancing the standard of care for young kids with autism, via high-quality, ethical services to their families.
- A culture that cares about you! Shout outs, boo yahs, and staff appreciations for your hard work.
- Opportunities to grow your career in a growing organization: multiple opportunities and avenues for career advancement as a clinician.
We also hire Clinical Fellows, with an annual salary of $70,000.
This position is "evergreen", and does not have an associated application deadline.
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