Home Care Speech Therapist

Ecumen; Duluth (MN); On-site; USD 55,000 - 69,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Sick & Safe Time

Benefits package

Job summary

Ecumen Home Care-Lakeshore in Duluth, MN seeks a Speech Therapist to provide in-home and community-based speech therapy services. The role involves assessment, treatment of speech, language, voice, and fluency disorders, and collaboration with clients and families to achieve goals.

Candidates should hold a master’s degree in Speech-Language Pathology and a current SLP license, with the ability to work a flexible schedule and travel locally.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Speech-Language Pathology is required.
• Current license or registration as a Speech-Language Pathologist in good standing.
• Ability to communicate effectively in writing and speech.
• Flexibility to work irregular hours and travel locally.

Responsibilities

• Administers hearing and speech/language evaluations and tests.
• Coordinates treatment plans with patient, family, and team.
• Records information on evaluations, treatment, progress, and discharge.
• Monitors response to intervention and adjusts treatment as needed.
• Instructs clients in communication techniques, including sign language and voice work.
• Complies with CMS and other regulatory requirements.
• Maintains licenses and certifications renewals as required.
• Performs additional duties as assigned.

Skills

Communication skills

Adaptability

Time management

Documentation

Education

Master’s degree in Speech-Language Pathology

State license/registration as Speech-Language Pathologist

Flexibility for irregular hours

Job description

Speech Therapist Home Care - PRN/Casual Day Shift 8am-4:30pm Flexible Schedule - No weekends & No Holidays.

Ecumen Home Care-Lakeshore is hiring a Speech Therapist. Ecumen Home Care - Duluth provides in-home and community-based services in the Minnesota Duluth area and is located in Duluth, Minnesota. We're hiring caring, compassionate people like you to provide personal care and health-related services to help make the lives of our clients more fulfilling and enjoyable. As a Speech Therapist at Ecumen, you'll put people at the heart of what you do and find new ways to exceed people's expectations every day.

The Speech Therapist is responsible for providing and directing speech therapy services to patients including assessment and treatment with speech, language, voice, and fluency disorders.

About Us

Join Ecumen, a leading nonprofit senior living provider committed to advocating for older adults through exceptional housing, compassionate healthcare, and innovative services. With over 160 years of experience, we proudly rank as Minnesota's 8th largest senior living organization. Be part of a team that makes a meaningful impact, supporting our mission to serve older adults, while fostering inclusivity and belonging in everything we do.

Opportunity Details

• The targeted pay range for this job is $40.00 - $50.00 per hour.
• Ecumen considers a variety of factors when determining new hire pay including experience, qualifications, and, when applicable, certifications, licenses, and education.
• Benefits: Ecumen offers a benefits package to our on‑call team members including Sick & Safe Time and other well‑being resources. Learn more at https://www.ecumen.org/find-a-career/benefits/.

Essential Job Responsibilities

1. Administers hearing or speech/language evaluations, tests, or examinations to patients to collect information on type and degree of impairments, using written and oral tests and special instruments.
2. Coordinates treatment plan with resident, family, and other team members.
3. Records information on the initial evaluation, treatment, progress, and discharge of clients.
4. Monitors patient’s response to intervention and modifies treatment as indicated to attain goals in accordance with physician orders.
5. Instructs clients in techniques for more effective communication, including sign language, lip reading, and voice improvement.
6. Follows guidelines/requirements set by CMS, federal and state regulations and meeting requirements set by other payors (insurance companies).
7. Manages and maintains individual license/certification renewals and when applicable other professional certifications.
8. Performs other duties as assigned.

Driving Requirements

Local Travel and Driver's License Required

Minimum Required Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Speech‑Language Pathology
• Previous experience in the rehabilitation/therapy field
• Current license, state certification, or registered as a Speech Therapist in good standing
• Valid Drivers License, proof of insurance and satisfactory motor vehicle record
• Ability to communicate effectively in both verbal and written formats
• Must be flexible and adaptable to changing situations including able to work irregular hours, attend meetings and special events
• Ability to follow all safety rules, regulations, policies and procedures of the facility including but not limited to: Vulnerable Adult and Abuse Policy, HIPAA, Resident's Bill of Rights, Universal Precaution, AWAIR, OSHA, Right to know, SDS, ADA, HUD Policy and Procedures, Fair Housing laws and regulations

Preferred Qualifications

• Doctor of Speech Language Pathology (SLPD) degree
• Previous experience in home health, hospice or senior care

Qualifications

Licenses & Certifications

• Speech Lang Pathologist (required)

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