A community-focused therapy agency in Avondale, Arizona is seeking a Speech Language Pathologist to provide evaluations and therapy to children aged 3 and older. The role includes developing individualized treatment plans, conducting family sessions, and advocating for patient needs in various settings. Candidates must hold a Master's Degree in Speech Language Therapy and meet professional requirements. The position offers a hybrid service model, requiring flexibility in scheduling. Exceptional communication and leadership skills are essential.
Qualifications
Meet all professional requirements and rules of conduct as a Speech Language Pathologist.
Completion of AzEIP Standards of Practice for Early Interventionists within three years.
Responsibilities
Develop individualized plans tailored to each patient’s needs.
Provide one-on-one family sessions.
Monitor patient progress and adjust treatment plans as necessary.
Document patient evaluations, treatment plans, and progress notes.
Advocate for patient needs in various settings.
Stay updated on the latest research and advancements in speech therapy.
Open to flexible schedules.
Available for hybrid services, in person and virtual.
Skills
Ability to handle workload and travel to client's homes
Ability to build rapport with patients
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Strong leadership qualities
Basic computer skills including word processing
Interpersonal and problem-solving skills
Education
Master's Degree in Speech Language Therapy
Job description
Our Mission Statement:
We are an agency of providers dedicated to empowering families and their loved ones by enhancing their quality of life within our local communities.
We foster creativity, growth and the wellbeing of our team members.
By embracing inclusion, we foster a collaborative environment where everyone can flourish and thrive. Essential Therapy Solutions started in 2007 in response to the overwhelming number of families in our Arizona community requiring services.
We obtained school contracts as well as becoming a Qualified Vendor with the Arizona Division of Developmental Disabilities (DDD).
We also contracted with other agencies holding Arizona Early Intervention Program (AzEIP) contracts to deliver services to the birth to 3 population. Our goal at Essential Therapy Solutions is simple - to be a leader in supporting families and providers in our community.
We accomplish this by providing the highest quality services, information and resources to our families.
Our goals are accomplished by the commitment of every employee. ETS is an advocate for our families and providers by practicing the following values and beliefs:
Resourceful - We are proactive in networking within the community to educate our team.
Ethical - We are upstanding professionals that provide services by upholding our highest principles.
Acceptance - We are empathetic and honest providers who support our families.
Professional - We are responsible leaders that hold ourselves accountable. SLP Job Description Requirements:
Provide evaluations, assessments and ongoing therapy for children 3 years and up.
Responsibilities:
Develop individualized plans tailored to each patient’s needs
Provide one-on-one family sessions
Monitor patient progress and adjust treatment plans as necessary
Document patient evaluations, treatment plans, and progress notes
Advocate for patient needs in various settings such as schools or workplaces
Stay updated on the latest research and advancements in speech therapy
Must be open to flexible schedules as needed for service provision to families
Must be available for hybrid services, in person and virtual
Qualifications:
Master's Degree in Speech Language Therapy
Meet all prescribed professional requirements and rules of professional conduct as a Speech Language Pathologist including certifications and/or licensures
Completion of the AzEIP Standards of Practice for Early Interventionists within three years of a start date is required
Must be able to complete a successful background check and obtain a Level One Fingerprint Clearance Card
Feeding experience is a plus, but not required
Bilingual English/Spanish skills is a plus, but not required
Skills: Ability to handle workload and travel to client's homes
Ability to build rapport with patients
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Strong leadership qualities
Must have basic computer skills, including word processing
Must have excellent and professional written and verbal forms of expression, interpersonal and problem-solving skills