DescriptionAre you passionate about providing excellent early intervention?Do you love interacting with children, families, and teammates?Looking for a role to expand your career in a groundbreaking environment?The Happy Talkers Approach A nonprofit, mission-driven team committed to bringing out the extraordinary in every child.
Work with no more than 7 kids per day, no more than 35 kids per week!
60-minute sessions split between 40-minutes of 1:1 therapy, 10-minutes of parent training, 10-minutes of note-taking 60-minutes of paid chart time every day Low turnover rates, allowing you to make a lasting connection with each child you work with Spacious and private therapy suite in our child-centered campus with no travel or driving required Monthly collaborative clinical team meetings An administrative team that handles all scheduling and billing, allowing you to focus 100% of your time on the kids you serve Early Intervention - Primarily working with kids between the ages of 2 and 5, with a maximum age limit of 10-years-oldBenefits Competitive salary Performance-based bonus plan beginning your first day Premium health, dental and vision plans beginning your first day with 100 percent employer-paid options available PTO accrual and paid holidays beginning your first day 401k, FSA, and college savings plan, among other benefits Reimbursement for CEUs, license fees, professional dues, CPR/first aid certification, and insurance costsOur MissionThe School of Imagination and Happy Talkers is the leading inclusive early childhood education and multidisciplinary intervention program for neurodiverse learners, bringing out the extraordinary in every child.We offer groundbreaking early-childhood education programs, cutting-edge intervention services, and a full-inclusion preschool that empowers special-needs children to excel with their typical peers, giving all children the foundation for success in learning and life.Speech-Language Pathologist Position SummaryThe Speech-Language Pathologist administers diagnostic speech and language evaluations, provides direct patient services, and instructs/educates patients and caregivers following established policies and protocols.
The position is responsible for working directly with the children and parents and ensuring that each child receives optimal individualized treatment.
In addition, the position also collaborates with the clinical team, educators, and families to ensure optimal growth and development for each child.
The School of Imagination is an equal opportunity employer.Duties and Responsibilities Evaluates and assess pediatric patients with a variety of communication disorders, voice and swallowing impairment, and/or neurological defects Educates patient, family, teachers, and other caregivers in treatment and home management techniques Participates in continuing education to continually improve skills and abilities and stay abreast of current technologies/practices Collaborates with a multi-disciplinary team to ensure the highest quality and consistency of care Offers appropriate referrals, resources, and education to parents Ensures compliance with legal issues including but not limited to patient confidentiality and risk management; ensures compliance with all federal, state, and local regulations Performs other duties as assigned by the managerQualifications Master's Degree in speech-language pathology, current California license in speech and language pathology, and one year of related experience (CFY candidates also considered) Current CPR certification Commitment to excellence and high standards Excellent written and oral communication skills Strong organizational, problem-solving, and analytical skills Versatility, flexibility, and a willingness to work within constantly changing priorities with enthusiasm Strong charting/documentation skills Able to work collaboratively with multiple health professionals in a busy and complex environment using tact, diplomacy, and discipline Strong charting/documentation skills Bilingual skills are a plusWork Requirements Coordinate multiple tasks simultaneously Bend, reach, and lift up to or above head May be required to lift up to 40 pounds Kneel or sit on the floor for up to 30 minutes at a time while working with children Climb and descend stairways Ability to work in a moderate to a loud environmentJob Types: Full-time, Part-timeSalary: $80,000.00 - $100,359.00 per yearBenefits: 401(k) Dental insurance Employee assistance program Employee discount Flexible schedule Flexible spending account Health insurance Health savings account Paid time off Professional development assistance Referral program Vision insuranceMedical specialties: PediatricsSchedule: Day shiftWork setting: In-personPay Range $80,000.00 Annually to $100,359.00 Annually