Speech-Language Therapist — Build Trust, Foster Progress

Christian Living Communities; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Coverage

Health Savings Accounts

Retirement with match

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Disability & Life Insurance

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Christian Living Communities in Denver, CO seeks a Speech-Language Pathologist to diagnose and treat language, voice and swallowing disorders. You will build trust-based relationships with residents and their families while delivering individualized therapy plans and progress notes.

Applicants should have a graduate degree in therapy, 2–3 years' related experience or equivalent, and an active state license with CPR certification.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited therapy program.
• 2–3 years of related experience, or equivalent
• Current Speech Language Pathologist state license; CPR certification

Responsibilities

• Performs assessments and diagnoses, and develops treatment plans for language and swallowing disorders.
• Evaluates levels of swallowing, speech, and language difficulty and identifies appropriate treatment options.
• Creates and carries out individualized treatment plans addressing residents' functional needs and personal goals.
• Teaches residents techniques to improve sound production, voice, and fluency tailored to each individual.
• Creates goals and objectives for residents to work toward, celebrating progress.
• Provides support and advice to residents, caregivers, and family with warmth and patience.
• Counsels residents and families on coping with swallowing and communication disorders.
• Builds strong relationships with residents over time, showing genuine interest in their lives.
• Compiles notes on progress and adjusts therapies as needed.
• Documents resident care services according to procedures.
• Collaborates with team members to foster an inclusive workplace culture.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Active listening

Social perceptiveness

Relationship building

Compassionate instruction

Time management

Teamwork

Education

Graduate of accredited therapy program

Job description

Christian Living Communities in Denver, CO seeks a Speech-Language Pathologist to diagnose and treat language, voice and swallowing disorders. You will build trust-based relationships with residents and their families while delivering individualized therapy plans and progress notes.

Applicants should have a graduate degree in therapy, 2–3 years' related experience or equivalent, and an active state license with CPR certification.