Speech Language Pathologist - Waterfall Community Health Center
Coos Bay, OR 97420
About the Job
Job Title: Speech Language Pathologist
Job Category: Medical
Wage Classification: Salaried/Exempt
Location: Coos Bay
Position Type/Status: Full-time, benefitted
Travel: Minimal
Salary Range: $90,000 – $105,000 DOE
Reports to: Autism Program Manager
Manages Direct Reports: No
HR Review & Approval: 7/10/24
We offer relocation assistance, and a sign on bonus of $10,000.
Job Description:
Under the supervision of the Autism Program Manager, the Speech Language Pathologist will provide skilled speech/language pathology services for individuals ages 3 to 21 who have been diagnosed on the autism spectrum. The SLP actively participates as a member of a multidisciplinary team including applied behavior analysis, occupational therapy, counseling, and psychiatry. Responsibilities include the assessment, treatment, and management of speech, language, fluency, voice, auditory processing, social language, cognitive -communicative and/or feeding/ swallowing impairments associated with the autism spectrum. Clinical Fellows (CF) have access to onsite supervision.
Duties/Responsibilities:
- Adhere to the Waterfall Community Health mission while performing assigned duties.
- Demonstrate the core values of Integrity, Respect, Accountability, Compassion, Partnership, and Collaborative Communication.
- Evaluate the patient/client’s cognitive, communicative, and swallowing status and develop an individualized plan of care with measurable treatment goals and intervention methods appropriate to the patient's age, condition, diagnosis, response to treatment, and learning needs.
- When applicable, provide supervision and mentorship to speech-language pathology assistants and clinicians in their clinical fellowship year.
- Develop new and improved services through ongoing assessment of existing evaluation methods and treatment techniques and incorporating new techniques into clinical practice.
- Provide training to parents/guardians on treatment techniques.
- Maintain accurate and up-to-date documentation associated with comprehensive electronic client files.
- Implement a screening process to assist families in determining the necessary services or assessments and implement a clinical pathway for interdisciplinary assessment of autism spectrum disorders or other developmental challenges.
- Project and document the need for additional medical, psychological, social, speech, and applied behavioral services for children with autism.
- Maintain clinical face-to-face hours with patients, meeting the accessibility standards set by the Autism Program Manager.
- Act as a Liaison between area schools, school-based health clinics, integrated behavioral health, social health, and local pediatric providers, establishing regular connections with designated school staff; facilitate involvement on campus and improve outreach to local student populations.
- Support program goals to reduce culture and socio-economic barriers between clients and institutions committed to working with marginalized and diverse community populations.
- Perform any other duties needed to help drive our Vision, fulfill our Mission, and abide by our Organization’s Values.
Required Skills/Abilities:
- Ability to communicate clearly in English, both verbally and in writing.
- Able to pass a criminal background check.
- Able to actively listen, think critically, and be flexible.
- Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite.
- Passionate about working with children and those who struggle with socio-economic barriers to care.
- Non-violent Crisis Intervention Comprehensive training class completed within 6 months of hire and recertify prior to the expiration date.
Education and Experience:
- Master's Degree from an accredited Speech/Language Pathology Program -OR- Doctor of Philosophy (Ph. D.) from an accredited Speech/Language Pathology Program -OR- Equivalent education
- Unrestricted Oregon License and Board Certified to practice as it relates to Speech/Language Pathology, required.
- Certificate of Clinical Competence (CCC) from ASHA or working towards that as a CF.
- One (1) or more years’ experience working in healthcare or similar setting as speech/language pathologist is preferred, however CF candidates will be considered.
- Experience with providing diagnostic assessment and speech therapy services to full range of individuals with behavioral or developmental issues such as autism spectrum disorder.
- We are willing to consider a clinical fellow (CF) candidate.
- Clinical experience with Autism in a pediatric population is a plus.
- Solid working knowledge of the principles and practices of speech/language pathology.
- Previous work experience with non-profit organizations is a plus.
Immunizations Required:
- TB test (upon hire)
Physical Requirements:
- Prolonged periods sitting and/or standing at a desk working at a computer.
- Able to lift up to 20 pounds at times.
- Able to travel as needed.
Benefits:
- Internal Student Loan Repayment up to $50,000 (for licensed providers)
- Up to $200 per month in student loan repayment for all other employees.
- Competitive PTO Accrual (up to 193 hours of PTO accrual each year to start)
- 7 Paid Holidays
- Medical/Dental/Vision 100% employer paid
- Extra Oral Wellness Benefits for employees who have great risk for oral diseases
- 401K Retirement Plan 6% match
- Short Term Disability - options for long term disability
- $50,000 Life Insurance Policy- options for additional voluntary life
- Health & Fitness Gym Membership Discount
- Active Fit Direct- Access to 5,500 Digital Workout Videos
- Bonusly – Internal Employee Recognition Platform
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Will Preparation Services, Legal Consultation, Financial Planning Assistance
- Discounted Hearing Program
- Worldwide Travel Assistance Program
- Comprehensive Identity Thief Protection
- We offer relocation assistance, and a sign on bonus of $10,000.
- On-site supervision for clinical fellow candidates.
Source : Waterfall Community Health Center
