Licensed Speech Therapist with First Steps

Developmental Services and Care; Vincennes (IN); On-site; USD 70,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible hours

Paid time off

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Referral bonuses

Staff recognition programs

Job summary

A local therapy services provider in Vincennes is seeking a Licensed Speech Therapist to deliver essential services to children aged 0-3 experiencing developmental delays. The role requires a Bachelor's degree in Speech Therapy and involves flexible scheduling with 3-18 hours of service per week. Candidates will work closely with families in various settings to help children meet developmental milestones. This position offers competitive pay and benefits, including flexible hours and paid time off.

Qualifications

• Must have a bachelor's degree in Speech Therapy.
• Clear criminal and driving record is required.
• Maintain valid driver's license and insurance.

Responsibilities

• Provide therapy sessions to children ages 0-3.
• Work with families to help children meet developmental milestones.
• Therapy occurs in the child’s natural environment.

Skills

Speech Therapy

Interpersonal Skills

Child Development Knowledge

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Speech Therapy

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Our Vision

The elimination of barriers that restrict individuals with disabilities from community inclusion.

We strive to eliminate all barriers that keep our clients from being a part of their community.

Our Mission

To provide services and supports to people with barriers to attain self-direction, inclusion, personal fulfillment, and productivity in all life areas.

At DSI, we provide these services and supports to our clients to help them attain self-direction, inclusion and personal fulfillment and be productive in all areas of life.

Job Description

POSITION TITLE: Licensed Speech Therapist with First Steps

DIVISION: Therapy

CLASSIFICATION: Non-Exempt

STATUS: 3-18 billable hours/week with flexibility of setting your own schedule.

RATE OF PAY: $70/billable hour – no taxes taken out 1099 Contracted LLC position

First Steps is a state program whose mission is: To partner with Hoosier families whose young children are experiencing developmental delays and connect them with services that help them promote their child’s development.

KEY AREAS OF RESPONSIBILITY

• Therapists provide services according to the child’s Individualized Family Service Plan. Therapy sessions typically occur 1 x week for 60 minutes, it may be less depending on the child’s need.
• DSI works as the supervisor and assigns referrals and manages billing for the program. DSI assist therapist with enrollment in the program and annual credentialing.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

• Therapists work with children ages 0-3 and their families to help their child meet developmental milestones in Gross Motor, Fine Motor, Cognitive, Adaptive, Social, and Social Communication areas. Services occur in the child’s natural environment which may be their home, day care, or a community setting. Location of services is determined by the family.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Must have a bachelor’s degree in Speech Therapy.
• High school diploma or GED required.
• Possess and maintain a clear criminal and driving record.
• Maintain a valid driver's license, insurance on personal vehicle, and maintain insurability as defined by the agency liability insurance carrier.

Benefits

• FT/PT/PRN shifts
• Flexible hours
• Paid time off for eligible employees
• Paid holiday time for eligible employees
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance for eligible employees
• Referral bonuses
• Staff recognition programs