Speech Language Pathologist

Easterseals Southern California; Oxnard (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Easterseals Southern California is seeking a licensed Speech-Language Pathologist to provide discipline-specific treatment for children with autism spectrum disorders within our programs.

You will evaluate, plan, and document individualized goals, work with an interdisciplinary team, coach families, and ensure compliance with CCC‑SLP and state licensure requirements. This role requires strong communication and advocacy for children and families.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in speech-language pathology.
• Current California SLP license.
• ASHA certification (CCC-SLP).
• CCC-SLP credential.
• CPR certification.
• Criminal background clearance (DOJ/FBI).

Responsibilities

• Provide ASD-focused speech-language therapy evaluation and treatment planning.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary team and coach families.
• Document evaluations, progress notes, and exit summaries.
• Stay updated on autism research and best practices.
• Attend staff meetings and perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Speech-language therapy

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Effective communication

Professionalism

Confidentiality

MS Office proficiency

Education

Master’s in Speech-Language Pathology

California SLP license

ASHA Certification

CCC-SLP

CPR certification

Background clearance (DOJ/FBI)

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Easterseals Southern California transforms lives every day. For over a century, Easterseals has championed inclusion and independence—delivering essential services like early childhood programs, autism services, employment and independent living support to more than 29,000 people each year. Through advocacy and education, we break barriers and create opportunities for the one-in-four Americans with disabilities.

OVERVIEW OF POSITION

Provides discipline-specific treatment for children with autism spectrum disorders (ASD), including evaluation, planning, documentation and professional communication. Develops and monitors individualized goals and plans as identified in the Individualized Treatment Plan (ITP) in conjunction with other programs, as needed.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTION

• Evaluates children referred for speech-language therapy using established evaluation procedures and standardized assessments. Using independent discretion and judgment develops individualized speech-language therapy treatment, plans and goals.
• Partners with interdisciplinary team to provide discipline-specific consultation. Develops and provides coaching for family members and/or child to incorporate new skills and/or techniques into normal routines and activities at home. Works with caregivers to implement a home program that achieves speech-language therapy goals. Instructs family members and/or child in the proper and safe usage of adaptive equipment and assistive technology. Assists in the coordination of services and makes appropriate referrals as needed.
• Completes necessary documentation including evaluations, treatment notes, progress reports, and exit summaries, and keeps updated with current medical reports and other site-related documents on each child.
• Remains current regarding new research, current trends and developments in autism, special education and related fields.
• Attends and assists with staff meetings, in-services, and other meetings as requested, regarding speech-language therapy across program service divisions.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

EDUCATION

• Master’s degree in speech-language pathology.
• Current speech-language pathologist license issued by the state of California.
• Current American Speech Language Hearing Association (ASHA) certification.
• Certificate of Clinical Competence (CCC-SLP).
• Must have and maintain a current CPR certification card.

EXPERIENCE

• 1 year of consulting experience working with infant/young children with developmental delays including autism.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES

• Knowledgeable in speech-language therapy, transdisciplinary early-intervention theories, and rehabilitation principles and practices.
• Knowledgeable of evidence-based practices found to benefit children with Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASD). Familiar with the field of early intervention.
• Ability to maintain positive customer service orientation and professionalism in all interactions.
• Able to consistently demonstrate good judgment and decision-making skills.
• Ability to communicate effectively, through oral and written skills, and work cooperatively with a variety of individuals and groups. Must relate well to children and their families and maintain positive affect.
• Ability to exercise discretion and maintain a high level of confidentiality to handle sensitive and confidential situations and documentation.
• Able to interpret and implement policies, procedures, and regulations.
• Very good working knowledge of Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, etc) and related computer software.
• Able to obtain and maintain a criminal record/fingerprint clearance from the Department of Justice and Federal Bureau of Investigation per Easter Seals Southern California and/or program requirements.

Carrying/Lifting: Occasional

Standing: Occasional / Up to 3 hours per day

Sitting: Constant / Up to 8 hours per day

Walking: Occasional / Up to 3 hours per day

Repetitive Motion/Activity: Keyboard activity, telephone use and writing

Visual Acuity: Close visual attention while working on a tablet/computer/laptop.

Travel: Some

Environmental Exposure: TASKS THAT INVOLVE NO EXPOSURE TO BLOOD, BODY FLUIDS, ORTISSUES, BUT EMPLOYMENT MAY REQUIRE PERFORMING UNPLANNED CATEGORY I TASKS,WHICH DO INVOLVE EXPOSURE TO BLOOD, BODY FLUIDS, OR TISSUES