Speech Therapist - Skilled Nursing Community - Full, Part Time & Flexible Schedule

Springs Village Care Center; Colorado Springs (CO); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Join an innovative and caring team at a premier assisted living provider in the Western United States. As a speech therapist, you will play a vital role in enhancing the quality of life for residents through personalized therapy and support. This position offers the flexibility of full-time or part-time scheduling, competitive pay, and a comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance and tuition assistance. You will work collaboratively with families and healthcare professionals to develop effective treatment plans and stay updated with advancements in the field. This is a fantastic opportunity to make a meaningful impact in the lives of others while advancing your career in a supportive environment.

Benefits

Health, Vision, and Dental Insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid Time-Off

Flexibility with schedules

Tuition assistance

Company-sponsored training

Free meals

Qualifications

• Master's degree and relevant certification required for the position.
• Experience with specific disorders and age groups may be required.

Responsibilities

• Assess and diagnose language, speech, and swallowing disorders.
• Communicate with patients and design effective treatment plans.

Skills

Excellent relationship-building skills

Resourcefulness

Problem-solving skills

Understanding of speech-related disorders

Education

Master's degree in speech therapy or speech-language pathology

Relevant license and certification

Tools

Database management software

Job description

Springs Village Care Center, Colorado Springs

Full Time, Part Time and PRN - Flexible Scheduling Available

Who we are

"Our supreme goal is to do and be the best in all we undertake, and to provide a Stellar life for our residents, their families, and our employees." - Evrett Benton, CEO

Stellar Senior Living is a premier assisted living and skilled nursing provider in the Western United States. Founded in 2012, we have experienced consistent growth, adding senior living communities to our family each year. We continue to grow and are looking for top talent to join our team and continue this journey with us.

Benefits Offered

• Health, Vision, and Dental Insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid Time-Off
• Flexibility with schedules
• Tuition assistance
• Company-sponsored training
• Free meals

Referral Bonuses: Refer your friends and get up to $2000 for each referral hired!

Pay Rate: $45/hr - $55/hr, DOE

Position: Full Time

Function

The speech therapist's responsibilities include performing patient assessments, developing individual treatment plans, liaising with family members and healthcare professionals, administering therapy, monitoring progress, and informing patients and families of new treatments and techniques.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in speech therapy or speech-language pathology
• Relevant license and certification
• Experience with specific disorders and age groups may be required
• Understanding of speech-related disorders and treatments
• Familiarity with database management software
• Excellent relationship-building skills
• Resourcefulness and problem-solving skills
• Willingness to conduct research and attend conferences

Essential Functions and Responsibilities

1. Assess, diagnose, screen, and prevent language, speech, and swallowing disorders.
2. Communicate with patients and liaise with their families, physicians, and teachers to design effective treatment plans.
3. Utilize established and innovative therapies to provide optimal care.
4. Stay updated with field advancements through conferences, research, and networking.
5. Educate patients and families on speech disorders and therapies.
6. Maintain detailed notes on patient history and progress.
7. Mentor and conduct workshops for speech therapy students.
8. Evaluate patient progress and adjust therapy programs as needed.
9. Read, write, and speak English sufficiently to fulfill job requirements.
10. Make independent decisions and solve practical problems based on instructions and situations.
11. Listen actively and evaluate social situations objectively and fairly.
12. Adhere to community policies for safety, infection control, emergency response, and confidentiality (HIPAA).
13. Comply with all company policies, including resident rights and abuse prevention.
14. Perform other duties as assigned.

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