Speech Therapist

Cappella Living Solutions; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Coverage

Health Savings Accounts

Retirement with match

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Disability Insurance

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Cappella Living Solutions seeks a Speech-Language Pathologist to diagnose and treat residents with speech, language, voice, and swallowing needs within a warm, relationship-centered setting.

The role emphasizes building trust with residents and families, tailoring therapy plans to individual goals, and collaborating closely with the care team to ensure comprehensive, compassionate care.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited therapy program.
• 2-3 years of related experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Current Speech Language Pathologist state license; CPR certification.
• Excellent verbal & written communication, active listening, and social perceptiveness.
• Relationship building, compassionate instruction, and genuine appreciation for individuality and diverse life experiences.
• Critical thinking, sound judgment, and decision-making.
• Time management and service orientation.
• Collaborative teamwork.

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 that address each resident's specific functional needs and personal goals.
• Teaches residents techniques to improve sound production, voice, and fluency, tailored to what resonates with each individual.
• Creates goals and objectives for residents to work toward, celebrating progress and working collaboratively through challenges.
• Provides support and advice to residents, their caregivers, and family members with warmth and patience.
• Counsels residents and families on ways to cope with swallowing and communication disorders, fostering trust throughout the process.
• Builds strong relationships with residents over time, taking a genuine interest in their personalities, preferences, and everyday lives.
• Compiles thorough notes on residents' progress and adjusts therapies and treatment plans where necessary.
• Documents resident care services according to approved medical and facility documentation procedures.
• Collaborates closely with fellow team members, contributing to a supportive, inclusive workplace culture where diverse backgrounds and perspectives are welcomed and celebrated.

Skills

Verbal communication

Active listening

Empathy

Time management

Relationship building

Teamwork

Education

Master's degree in Speech-Language Pathology

Tools

CPR certification

Job description

Position Summary

Diagnoses and treats individuals with speech, language, voice, and fluency needs. This role is grounded in building genuine, trust-based relationships with residents and their families - we believe every person, team member and resident alike, brings unique strengths and perspectives that make our community stronger.

Essential Duties

• 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 that address each resident's specific functional needs and personal goals.
• Teaches residents techniques to improve sound production, voice, and fluency, tailored to what resonates with each individual.
• Creates goals and objectives for residents to work toward, celebrating progress and working collaboratively through challenges.
• Provides support and advice to residents, their caregivers, and family members with warmth and patience.
• Counsels residents and families on ways to cope with swallowing and communication disorders, fostering trust throughout the process.
• Builds strong relationships with residents over time, taking a genuine interest in their personalities, preferences, and everyday lives.
• Compiles thorough notes on residents' progress and adjusts therapies and treatment plans where necessary.
• Documents resident care services according to approved medical and facility documentation procedures.
• Collaborates closely with fellow team members, contributing to a supportive, inclusive workplace culture where diverse backgrounds and perspectives are welcomed and celebrated.

Qualifications

Basic Qualifications & Experience

• Education: Graduate of an accredited therapy program.
• Experience: 2-3 years of related experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Licenses/Certifications: Current Speech Language Pathologist state license; CPR certification.
• Excellent verbal & written communication, active listening, and social perceptiveness
• Relationship building, compassionate instruction, and genuine appreciation for individuality and diverse life experiences
• Critical thinking, sound judgment, and decision-making
• Time management and service orientation
• Collaborative teamwork

Working Conditions / Physical Requirements

• Physical stamina to lift, transfer, and assist residents through physical activities.
• Requires frequent lifting and carrying of items weighing up to 50 lbs. unassisted, including assisting residents when needed.
• Must be able to communicate clearly with residents in person and over the phone.
• Visual acuity adequate to perform job duties, including visual examination of residents and reading information from printed sources and computer screens.

Additional Information

• Health Coverage
• Health Savings Accounts
• Retirement (with match)
• Dental, Vision, Disability & Life Insurance
• Paid Time Off plan

We envision a warm and welcoming environment for all residents, team members, family members, and members of our communities - a place of belonging. Please let us know if you require accommodation during the interview process.

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.