Resident-Centered Speech-Language Pathologist

Cappella Living Solutions; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Coverage

Health Savings Accounts

Retirement with match

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Disability Insurance

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Cappella Living Solutions seeks a Speech-Language Pathologist to diagnose and treat residents with speech, language, voice, and swallowing needs within a warm, relationship-centered setting.

The role emphasizes building trust with residents and families, tailoring therapy plans to individual goals, and collaborating closely with the care team to ensure comprehensive, compassionate care.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited therapy program.
• 2-3 years of related experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Current Speech Language Pathologist state license; CPR certification.
• Excellent verbal & written communication, active listening, and social perceptiveness.
• Relationship building, compassionate instruction, and genuine appreciation for individuality and diverse life experiences.
• Critical thinking, sound judgment, and decision-making.
• Time management and service orientation.
• Collaborative teamwork.

Responsibilities

• Performs assessments and diagnoses, and develops treatment plans for language and swallowing disorders.
• Evaluates levels of swallowing, speech, and language difficulty and identifies appropriate treatment options.
• Creates and carries out individualized treatment plans that address each resident's specific functional needs and personal goals.
• Teaches residents techniques to improve sound production, voice, and fluency, tailored to what resonates with each individual.
• Creates goals and objectives for residents to work toward, celebrating progress and working collaboratively through challenges.
• Provides support and advice to residents, their caregivers, and family members with warmth and patience.
• Counsels residents and families on ways to cope with swallowing and communication disorders, fostering trust throughout the process.
• Builds strong relationships with residents over time, taking a genuine interest in their personalities, preferences, and everyday lives.
• Compiles thorough notes on residents' progress and adjusts therapies and treatment plans where necessary.
• Documents resident care services according to approved medical and facility documentation procedures.
• Collaborates closely with fellow team members, contributing to a supportive, inclusive workplace culture where diverse backgrounds and perspectives are welcomed and celebrated.

Skills

Verbal communication

Active listening

Empathy

Time management

Relationship building

Teamwork

Education

Master's degree in Speech-Language Pathology

Tools

CPR certification

Job description

Cappella Living Solutions seeks a Speech-Language Pathologist to diagnose and treat residents with speech, language, voice, and swallowing needs within a warm, relationship-centered setting.

The role emphasizes building trust with residents and families, tailoring therapy plans to individual goals, and collaborating closely with the care team to ensure comprehensive, compassionate care.