Speech-Language Pathologist

Position Summary

Essential Responsibilities

• Provide individual short- or long-term direct speech and language therapy when indicated through the multidisciplinary team's consensus, including parent input, and as documented in the child's Individualized Family Service Plan (IFSP).
• Provide therapy, service coordination, and related supports in home and community settings to address identified developmental needs and IFSP goals.
• Participate in multidisciplinary evaluations and provide verbal and written information to parents, caregivers, and other members of the service team.
• Evaluate and address communication and swallowing difficulties among children receiving services.
• Collaborate with professionals across disciplines and seek consultation in areas outside the SLP's expertise, including social work, cognition, and motor development.
• Provide individual or group education and training to parents, caregivers, and team members in areas related to speech, language, communication, and swallowing.
• Provide consultation, supervision, or orientation to other speech-language therapists as directed.
• May provide leadership in toddler groups and other program activities as assigned.
• Maintain timely and accurate documentation in accordance with professional licensure requirements, billing requirements, agency policies, and Early Intervention regulations.
• Maintain professional licensure and current knowledge through continuing education, professional organizations, conferences, and in-service training.
• Maintain pediatric CPR certification.
• Safeguard confidential and sensitive information.
• Protect the rights and dignity of children and families receiving services.
• Follow all applicable safety policies, procedures, and regulations and respond appropriately to safety hazards and emergencies.
• Maintain a clean, orderly, and safe work environment and properly care for equipment and property.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Education

• Master's degree in Speech-Language Pathology.

Licensure and Credentials

• Valid state Speech-Language Pathology license.
• American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA) Certificate of Clinical Competence (CCC).
• Valid driver's license.
• Safe driving record, automobile insurance, and access to a personal vehicle for work-related travel.

Experience

• Approximately 3–5 years of related professional experience.
• Experience providing treatment to infants and toddlers from birth to age three in a family-focused, home-based setting is preferred.
• Experience working as part of a multidisciplinary team is preferred.
• Advanced knowledge or experience in one or more specialized treatment areas, such as feeding, autism, or hearing impairment, is preferred.

Physical and Work Requirements

• Ability to perform essential job functions while sitting and standing for extended periods.
• Ability to speak, listen, walk, twist, and work effectively in a variety of environments.
• Ability to complete duties in noisy environments.
• Ability to remain awake and alert while on duty.
• Ability to drive as required by the position.
• Ability to move equipment weighing up to approximately 50 pounds.
• Peripheral vision and depth perception sufficient to perform essential job functions.

Professional Expectations