Speech and Language Pathologist

Speech and Language Pathologist

Feeling inspired to work for a fun, inclusive work environment that values collaboration & growth?

Here's the buzz...Child Inspired is on the hunt for qualified team members to join our hive!

Speech and Language Pathologists at Child Inspired work collaboratively within an interdisciplinary practice model to empower kids, parents and families with individualized, therapeutic support tailored to each child and family's unique abilities and needs. SLPs address the therapeutic needs of children with a variety of medical, developmental, and social-emotional conditions to enhance their swallowing, speech, and functional communication skills during daily activities performed at home, school, and throughout the community.

Responsibilities

• Perform evaluations and / or implement interventions for children, youth, and young adults referred with autism, developmental delays, physical disabilities, communication deficits, and feeding disorders.
• Conduct assessments for determination of strengths or needs in the areas of swallowing, feeding, receptive and expressive language, and articulation.
• Implement interventions and strategies that promote function within child / family's environmental contexts.
• Evaluate functional communication skills related to the child's participation in learning and daily self-help activities and / or implement interventions.
• Collaborate with an interdisciplinary team, which includes family members, pediatrician, and / or other pediatric professionals.
• Provide education to caregivers on home programs, training, and coaching to enhance skill development (both of child & caregiver).
• Identify opportunities / needs for program improvement and seek appropriate guidance for implementing change.
• Provide therapeutic services to children and families within a multi-context practice model, including clinic, client's home, community, and / or school settings (detailed per position).

Competencies