Speech Language Pathologist

Waterfall Community Health Center; Coos Bay (OR); On-site; USD 85,000 - 111,405; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive PTO Accrual

100% employer paid Medical/Dental/Vision

401K Retirement Plan with 6% match

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Gym membership discount

Relocation assistance

Sign-on bonus of $10,000

Job summary

A healthcare provider in Coos Bay is seeking a dedicated Speech Language Pathologist to provide specialized services for children diagnosed with autism. The role involves assessing and treating individuals aged 3 to 21, collaborating with a multidisciplinary team, and communicating effectively with families. Candidates should have a relevant Master's degree, Oregon licensing, and ideally experience in a healthcare setting. This full-time position offers a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• Master's Degree from an accredited Speech/Language Pathology Program or equivalent education.
• Unrestricted Oregon License and Board Certification to practice Speech/Language Pathology.
• One or more years’ experience working as a speech/language pathologist preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide skilled speech/language pathology services for individuals ages 3 to 21.
• Evaluate cognitive, communicative, and swallowing statuses and develop care plans.
• Act as a liaison between schools and health providers.

Skills

Ability to communicate clearly in English

Active listening and critical thinking

Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite

Passionate about working with children

Education

Master's Degree in Speech/Language Pathology

Unrestricted Oregon License and Board Certified

Certificate of Clinical Competence (CCC)

Job description

Job Title: Speech Language Pathologist.

Job Category: Medical.

Wage Classification: Salaried/Exempt.

Location: Coos Bay.

Position Type/Status: Full-time, benefited.

Travel: Minimal.

Salary Range: $85,000 to $111,405 DOE.

Reports to: Autism Program Manager.

Manages Direct Reports: No.

Job Description

Under the supervision of the Autism Program Manager, the Speech Language Pathologist will provide skilled speech/language pathology services for individuals ages 3 to 21 who have been diagnosed on the autism spectrum. The SLP actively participates as a member of a multidisciplinary team including applied behavior analysis, occupational therapy, counseling, and psychiatry. Responsibilities include the assessment, treatment, and management of speech, language, fluency, voice, auditory processing, social language, cognitive‑communicative and/or feeding/swallowing impairments associated with the autism spectrum.

Duties/Responsibilities

• Adhere to the Waterfall Community Health mission while performing assigned duties.
• Demonstrate the core values of Integrity, Respect, Accountability, Compassion, Partnership, and Collaborative Communication.
• Evaluate the patient/client’s cognitive, communicative, and swallowing status and develop an individualized plan of care with measurable treatment goals and intervention methods appropriate to the patient's age, condition, diagnosis, response to treatment, and learning needs.
• When applicable, provide supervision and mentorship to speech-language pathology assistants and clinicians in their clinical fellowship year.
• Develop new and improved services through ongoing assessment of existing evaluation methods and treatment techniques and incorporating new techniques into clinical practice.
• Provide training to parents/guardians on treatment techniques.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date documentation associated with comprehensive electronic client files.
• Implement a screening process to assist families in determining the necessary services or assessments and implement a clinical pathway for interdisciplinary assessment of autism spectrum disorders or other developmental challenges.
• Project and document the need for additional medical, psychological, social, speech, and applied behavioral services for children with autism.
• Maintain clinical face‑to‑face hours with patients, meeting the accessibility standards set by the Autism Program Manager.
• Act as a Liaison between area schools, school‑based health clinics, integrated behavioral health, social health, and local pediatric providers, establishing regular connections with designated school staff; facilitate involvement on campus and improve outreach to local student populations.
• Support program goals to reduce culture and socio‑economic barriers between clients and institutions committed to working with marginalized and diverse community populations.
• Perform any other duties needed to help drive our Vision, fulfill our Mission, and abide by our Organization’s Values.

Required Skills/Abilities

• Ability to communicate clearly in English, both verbally and in writing.
• Able to pass a criminal background check.
• Able to actively listen, think critically, and be flexible.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite.
• Passionate about working with children and those who struggle with socio‑economic barriers to care.
• Non‑violent Crisis Intervention Comprehensive training class completed within 6 months of hire and recertify prior to the expiration date.

Education and Experience

• Master's Degree from an accredited Speech/Language Pathology Program OR Doctor of Philosophy (Ph. D.) from an accredited Speech/Language Pathology Program OR Equivalent education.
• Unrestricted Oregon License and Board Certified to practice as it relates to Speech/Language Pathology, required.
• Certificate of Clinical Competence (CCC) from ASHA or working towards that as a CF.
• One (1) or more years’ experience working in healthcare or similar setting as speech/language pathologist is preferred, however CF candidates will be considered.
• Experience with providing diagnostic assessment and speech therapy services to full range of individuals with behavioral or developmental issues such as autism spectrum disorder.
• Clinical experience with Autism in a pediatric population is a plus.
• Solid working knowledge of the principles and practices of speech/language pathology.
• Previous work experience with non‑profit organizations is a plus.

Immunizations Required

• TB test (upon hire).

Physical Requirements

• Prolonged periods sitting and/or standing at a desk working at a computer.
• Able to lift up to 20 pounds at times.
• Able to travel as needed.

Benefits

• Competitive PTO Accrual (up to 193 hours of PTO accrual each year to start).
• 7 Paid Holidays you must be scheduled to work the holiday to qualify for holiday pay.
• Medical/Dental/Vision 100% employer paid.
• 401K Retirement Plan 6% match.
• Options for long term disability.
• $50,000 Life Insurance Policy- options for additional voluntary life.
• Additional voluntary Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital Indemnity coverage is available.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Downtown Health and Fitness gym membership discount.
• Headspace care employer paid membership.
• We offer relocation assistance, and a sign on bonus of $10,000.