Speech Language Pathologist (SLP)

21st Century Home Health Services; Hayward (CA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work schedules

Mileage / Vehicle Reimbursement

Generous PTO

Medical, dental, life insurance

401k with matching

Competitive compensation

Company-issued iPad or Chromebook

Job summary

A healthcare provider in Hayward, CA, seeks a Speech Therapist/Language Pathologist to assist patients with communication disorders. The role offers flexible schedules, autonomy, competitive compensation, and robust benefits. Ideal candidates will possess a CA Speech Therapist License and relevant experience in home health care. Join us to work in a supportive, growth-oriented environment.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of state and federal homecare regulatory guidelines preferred.
• Experience in home health care is highly preferred.
• Experience with high acuity patients is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Provide skilled services to assist patients with breathing, speaking, and swallowing functions.
• Evaluate and treat speech, language, cognitive, and fluency disorders.

Skills

Empathetic

Critical thinker

Outstanding interpersonal skills

Organized

Leadership skills

Education

Current unrestricted CA Speech Therapist License

Current BLS/CPR Certification

Valid CA Driver’s License

Job description

Home Health Speech Therapist / Language Pathologist (ST)

21st Century Home Health Services (21HHS) is the largest home health agency in San Francisco and the fastest‑growing in the Bay Area. With more than 600 employees, we care for over 4,000 patients across multiple counties, and we are actively expanding into Marin and Sonoma counties.

All opportunities require being in the field visiting patients in their homes. Remote/work‑from‑home positions are not available unless specifically noted.

Territory

Alameda County: Hayward, Castro Valley, Dublin, Pleasanton, Livermore and surrounding cities*

What you’ll do

In partnership with the Case Manager you will provide skilled services to assist patients with breathing, speaking, and swallowing functions. You will evaluate and treat speech, language, cognitive and fluency disorders that affect communication. You will serve as an educator, patient advocate and a member of the interdisciplinary care team.

Why you Should Come Work for us as a Speech Therapist / Language Pathologist (ST)

• Flexible work schedules: Create your own schedule and hours
• Small coverage areas
• Autonomy: No clocking in/out
• Low turnover / High morale
• Helpful software and communication tools
• Company‑issued iPad or Chromebook
• Mileage / Vehicle Reimbursement
• Outstanding benefits for you and your family including 401k with matching, generous PTO, medical, dental, life insurance, flexible spending accounts, pet insurance and more!
• Competitive compensation with achievable incentive bonus program

To be a success as Speech Therapist / Language Pathologist (ST)

• Current unrestricted CA Speech Therapist License
• Current BLS/CPR Certification
• Valid CA Driver’s License
• Knowledge and understanding of individual development and human behavior as it relates to the effects of illness/injury; and of the influence of culture on health care.
• Knowledge of state and federal homecare regulatory guidelines preferred.
• Experience home health care is highly preferred
• Experience with high acuity patients is a plus
• Experience working with an interdisciplinary team is highly desired
• Case Management fundamentals is highly desired
• Self‑Directed
• Empathetic
• Critical thinker
• Outstanding interpersonal skills
• Leadership skills
• Organized
• Prior to scheduling an in‑person interview, all candidates are required to complete a computer literacy and competency assessment. The results of the assessment are confidential and will be used as one of multiple data points included in the hiring decision process.
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Compensation

Base pay range: $110,000.00/yr – $125,000.00/yr. Starting pay is commensurate with relevant experience above the minimum requirements. 21st Century offers generous bonus incentive plans, comprehensive health benefits and a 401k (up to 4% match).

Employment Details

Seniority level: Entry level

Employment type: Full‑time

Job function: Health Care Provider

EEO Statement

21st Century is an equal‑opportunity employer, committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. We strictly prohibit discrimination or harassment of any kind, including but not limited to race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy or any other characteristic protected under federal, state, or local law.

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