Speech and Language Pathologist - Pediatrics
Exceptional Childrens Foundation
Location
Arleta, CA | United States
Job description
Title: Pediatric Speech and Language Pathologist
Reports to: Program Manager
Department: Early Start Arleta
Location: 14061 Terra Bella St., Arleta, CA 90232 and in clients homes in area
FLSA Status: Exempt/B
Office Hours: Monday Friday, 8:00 am to 4:30 pm
Supervisory Responsibility: None
Who We Are: ECF was founded in 1946 by a group of parents and community activists who sought to establish a day training program as an alternative to institutional care for individuals with developmental disabilities. For the last 75 years we have worked to improve the lives of children, youth and adults in the Los Angeles County area by offering a wide range of experiences and opportunities to encourage individuals to discover and develop their unique talents and abilities. The mission of ECF is to provide the highest quality services for children and adults who are challenged with developmental, learning, and emotional barriers empowering them to reach their greatest potential.
POSITION SUMMARY Provide speech and language therapy (individual treatment) to clients ages birth to three years of age, staff training, family support and education, case management, and assist with program marketing.
Essential Duties: - Evaluate clients to diagnose and plan treatment for speech, language, fluency, articulation, expressive and receptive language delays, and hearing loss.
- Prepare comprehensive report following evaluation and develop a treatment plan. Review evaluation results and treatment plan with parents.
- Provide both site based and in home services as required by a variety of contracted agencies. Monitor clients progress and adjust services as needed.
- Maintain, complete, and deliver monthly billing for all therapists and submit to the appropriate staff member, meeting all deadlines.
- Maintain accurate scheduling and related record systems.
- Consult with family members and other professionals involved with treatment of client on an on-going basis, abiding by all HIPPA laws.
- Follow all goals provided in IEP.
- Provide parent education regarding speech improvement strategies for both site based and in home therapy clients.
- Consult with a variety of agencies regarding referrals, progress of treatment, and discharge of services.
Other Duties - May provide supervision to Clinical Fellows (CFYs), and Graduate Student Interns.
- Comply with ECFs Injury and Illness Prevention Program. Ensure safe use and operation of tools and/or equipment.
- Comply with ECF policies and procedures, including mandated reporting requirements.
- Attend meetings and conferences as required.
- Observe regular, on-site work hours.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS Education/Licenses/Certifications: Master of Arts/Science Degree in Speech Pathology, Communication Sciences and Disorders, or related field. Current California State License and Certificate of Clinical Competence (CCC) in Speech Pathology.
Experience: Two years clinical experience with children ages birth to three years who have a wide range of disorders.
Knowledge/Abilities/Skills: - Bilingual preferred
- Ability to communicate effectively using tact and diplomacy at all times.
- Ability to take the initiative and use sound judgment when making decisions.
- Ability to maintain confidentiality.
- Ability to react quickly to emergencies.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.
- Good organizational skills and a high level of initiative.
- Computer skills required for report writing.
- Basic knowledge of the skills of the other team members.
- Bi-lingual skills preferred (English/Spanish or English/Armenian)
REQUIREMENTS - Valid California drivers license, reliable transportation, evidence of car insurance, and insurable driving record.
- Pass a DOJ background investigation.
- Provide evidence of a negative TB test initially and every three years thereafter.
- Pass a pre-employment physical.
- Obtain and maintain First Aid and CPR certification.
- Maintain California License for Speech and Language Pathology.
COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS - Mobile phone reimbursement
- Paid drive time and mileage reimbursement
- Paid training time
- Benefits offered for full-time employee (medical, vision, dental, life insurance, etc.)
- 401k Employer Match
- Biweekly Direct Deposit
DEI Statement: Exceptional Childrens Foundation is on a mission to provide the resources necessary to raise awareness and to support a diverse, equitable, and inclusive environment. We are continuing to build a culture that is safe, respectful, fair and inclusive for all of our employees. We are proud to employ people of all backgrounds who possess the talent, energy, and focus to accelerate our vision forward.
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