Speech Language Pathologist

Job Summary

The Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP) position will provide hands on Speech Therapy for children, birth to three, in the Early Childhood Intervention (ECI) program in Brazoria County. This position will serve children in the Alvin and Rosharon area. Services are provided in the child's natural environment, so the applicant must be comfortable making home visits and driving to homes throughout the day. Home visits include parent education and working directly with the child. The SLP must be able to write effective treatment plans and goals for the child, as well as working in a team environment, with professionals and the community. Strong communication and documentation skills are required to meet billing requirements and strict timelines.

Salary :

• Salary commensurate with experience
• Range is $85k - $90K annually

Essential functions :

Participate with other disciplines and parents in establishing the child's Individual Family Service Plan (IFSP).

Provide Speech Therapy services at a frequency and intensity determined by the interdisciplinary team in the child's natural environment.

Monitor child's progress and review / update intervention strategies.

Submit documentation / reports according to ECI and BACH requirements and timelines.

Facilitate interactions between caregivers and child, using daily routines and activities to help family reach desired outcome.

Attend staff meetings, in-services and scheduled meetings as required by supervisor.

Support BACH at fundraisers and community events as needed.

Qualifications :

Graduate of an accredited speech / communication science program with a master's degree or doctoral degree.

Licensed to practice Speech Therapy in Texas.

Maintain Current CPR and First Aid certification.

Maintain CEU's as appropriate.

Strong interpersonal Skills and the ability to work within a team environment. Cooperative and willing to assist others. Excellent organizational skills.

Must possess a valid Texas Driver's License.

Participate in the Central Registry and criminal background check, including fingerprinting every two years.

Must be able to pass random drug screenings.

Working Conditions :

Must be able to lift and carry heavy objects.

Drive for long periods of time.

Must be able to physically get on and off the floor.

Able to sit or stand for extended periods of time.

Must be able to walk, stand, sit, crawl, twist, kneel, stoop, climb stairs, see, hear, write, count, read and tell time.

Working conditions include working closely with others, working alone, occasional excessive heat, cold, wet, and slippery / uneven walking surfaces.

Work under stringent deadlines.

Able to work with flexibility with daily tasks and change as needed.

Other duties as assigned.

Benefits :

401(k)

Dental insurance

Disability insurance

Health insurance

License reimbursement

Life insurance

Paid time off

Travel reimbursement

Vision insurance