Speech-Language Pathology Clinical Fellow

The Stepping Stones Group, LLC; Santa Clarita (CA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Community Therapy Services in Santa Clarita, CA seeks a Speech-Language Pathologist Clinical Fellow to assess and treat speech, language, voice, and fluency disorders under supervision of a licensed SLP. The role emphasizes evidence-based intervention and ongoing professional development.

You will deliver direct therapy, conduct language screenings, collaborate with occupational and physical therapists, and collect data to document progress and guide IFSP-aligned interventions.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Communication Sciences and Disorder required.
• Active California temporary licensure required.
• Clinical practicum experience with early intervention.

Responsibilities

• Arrive at the scheduled session on time.
• Dress appropriately and follow handbook guidelines.
• Communicate scheduling changes to parents, admin, and supervisor.
• Follow missed shift policy and document accordingly.
• Meet with licensed supervisor for mentorship and case reviews.
• Attend quarterly team meetings.
• Maintain effective caseload management for service delivery.

Skills

Work Ethic

Organization

Planning

Attention to detail

Efficiency

Critical thinking

Education

Master's degree in Communication Sciences and Disorder

California temporary licensure

Clinical practicum in early intervention

Job description

Join Our Team at Community Therapy Services in Santa Clarity, CA!

In this position under the general supervision of the Clinical Supervisor II, the Speech-Language Pathologist Clinical Fellow provides assessment and treatment of speech, language, voice, and fluency disorders, implement speech and language programs or activities as planned under the supervision of a licensed SLP

Outcome Measures:

• Provide intervention in the form of direct therapy, consultation, monitoring, and/or written programs
• Conduct client screenings and/or assessments of language, voice, fluency, or articulation
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary professionals including Occupational Therapists, Physical Therapists, Child Development Specialists, Mental Health Professionals, and Behavior Analysts
• Collect and compile data to document clients' performance

Role-Based Competencies:

• Work Ethic:Demonstrates commitment to supporting children's speech and language development and family engagement, consistently following through on responsibilities with professionalism and integrity.
• Organization and planning: Effectively manages schedules, session planning, and documentation to ensure interventions and coaching are delivered on time and in alignment with IFSP goals.
• Aggressiveness: Provides guidance to families, and addresses challenges promptly to optimize child outcomes.
• Attention to detail:Ensures accurate and complete documentation, tracks child progress carefully, and verifies that interventions are implemented correctly and consistently.
• Efficiency: Uses time and resources effectively to balance multiple children, families, and responsibilities without compromising quality of care or support.
• Intelligence:Applies knowledge of speech and language development and provides best practices to assess needs, problem-solve, and make informed decisions for individualized interventions under the guidance of the supervising SLP.

CAS Cultural Competencies

• Fast paced and data driven: We treat speed as a competitive advantage. We use data, but we don't get stuck in it. We make decisions and move on to the next obstacle.
• Persistence: We demonstrate tenacity and are willing to go the distance to finish the job.
• Enthusiasm: We exhibit passion and excitement for our work. We maintain a “can-do” attitude.
• Follow-through on commitments: We live up to verbal and written agreements, always.
• Flexibility/adaptability: We adapt quickly to changing priorities and conditions. We cope effectively with complexity and change.
• Teamwork & customer service: We like working together. We reach out to peers and cooperate with supervisors to establish collaborative working relationships. We do our work with a focus on customer service, recognizing that “customers” includes our clients and their families, our frontline team members and candidates, and our community.

Responsibilities:

• Arrive at the scheduled session on time
• Dress appropriately and follow the guidelines in the BLC-SSG handbook
• Communicate any changes in scheduling (e.g., make-ups, cancellations) to both parents, administrative team, and supervisor
• Follow the missed shift policy
• Meet with licensed supervisor for mentorship and case reviews
• Accept, follow, and implement directions from supervisor(s) and Regional Clinical Director
• Attend team meetings on a quarterly basis
• Maintain effective case load management to optimize service delivery
• Complete any additional duties as assigned by supervisor(s)

Job Qualifications:

• A master's degree in Communication Sciences and Disorder
• Active California State temporary licensure
• Clinical practicum experience with early intervention

The Stepping Stones Mission

Together, we are transforming the lives of children and families, improving the quality of therapeutic and behavioral services, and joining with like-minded therapists, clinicians and educators in order to have a greater impact in our communities. Our passionate leadership team and expansive clinical support network ensure the delivery of the highest quality therapeutic and behavioral health services nationwide.