Speech Therapist

ADP, Inc.; Pleasanton (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

ADP, Inc. in Pleasanton, CA is seeking a Speech Therapist to assess, diagnose, and treat speech, language, and communication disorders across diverse age groups.

You will collaborate with families, educators, and healthcare professionals to develop individualized intervention plans that support early intervention and ongoing therapy. The role emphasizes compassionate care, patient engagement, and empowering clients to communicate effectively in daily life, with emphasis on articulation, fluency,

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Speech-Language Pathology from an accredited program.
• Valid state license or certification to practice as a Speech Therapist in the United States.
• CCC-SLP certification from ASHA or equivalent.
• Experience with articulation and language disorders, including early intervention.
• Knowledge of speech therapy assessment tools and intervention strategies.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive evaluations to identify speech, language, and communication disorders.
• Develop and implement individualized treatment plans.
• Provide direct therapy sessions focusing on articulation, language, fluency, and voice.
• Collaborate with families, caregivers, educators, and other healthcare professionals to support client progress and generalization of skills.
• Maintain detailed documentation of client progress, treatment plans, and outcomes in compliance with regulatory standards.
• Stay current with advances in speech therapy techniques and participate in continuing education opportunities.
• Advocate for clients’ communication needs within educational and healthcare settings.

Skills

Speech Therapy

Early Intervention

Articulation

Language Development

Collaboration

Education

Master’s degree in Speech-Language Pathology

Job description

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Speech Therapist

California, Pleasanton, CA, US

About the Role:

As a Speech Therapist, you will play a critical role in assessing, diagnosing, and treating individuals with speech, language, and communication disorders across diverse age groups. Your work will focus on improving clients' articulation, fluency, voice, and language comprehension to enhance their ability to communicate effectively in daily life. You will collaborate closely with families, educators, and healthcare professionals to develop personalized intervention plans that support early intervention and ongoing therapy. This role requires a compassionate and patient approach to empower clients to overcome challenges related to speech and language disorders. Ultimately, your efforts will contribute significantly to improving the quality of life and social integration of those you serve.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Master’s degree in Speech-Language Pathology from an accredited program.
• Valid state license or certification to practice as a Speech Therapist in the United States.
• Certification of Clinical Competence in Speech-Language Pathology (CCC-SLP) from the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA) or equivalent.
• Experience working with clients with articulation and language disorders, including early intervention populations.
• Strong knowledge of speech therapy assessment tools and intervention strategies.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience working in multidisciplinary healthcare or educational teams.
• Familiarity with assistive technology and augmentative communication devices.
• Additional certifications related to pediatric speech therapy or early childhood intervention.
• Bilingual abilities or experience working with diverse linguistic and cultural populations.
• Training in evidence-based practices for treating fluency and voice disorders.

Responsibilities:

• Conduct comprehensive evaluations to identify speech, language, and communication disorders in clients.
• Develop and implement individualized treatment plans based on assessment results and client needs.
• Provide direct therapy sessions focusing on articulation, language development, fluency, and voice disorders.
• Collaborate with families, caregivers, educators, and other healthcare professionals to support client progress and generalization of skills.
• Maintain detailed documentation of client progress, treatment plans, and outcomes in compliance with regulatory standards.
• Stay current with advances in speech therapy techniques and participate in continuing education opportunities.
• Advocate for clients’ communication needs within educational and healthcare settings.

Skills:

The required skills such as Speech Therapy, Early Intervention, Articulation, and Language Disorders are applied daily to assess client needs and deliver targeted therapeutic interventions that improve communication abilities. You will use your expertise in articulation to help clients produce sounds correctly and your knowledge of language disorders to support language comprehension and expression. Early intervention skills are essential for working with young children to address developmental delays promptly, maximizing long-term outcomes. Preferred skills like familiarity with assistive technology enhance your ability to tailor therapy to individual client needs, especially for those with complex communication challenges. Collaboration and communication skills are also vital as you coordinate care with families and multidisciplinary teams to ensure holistic support for each client.