Speech Language Pathologist ($1,500 Sign-On Bonus)

• Use the Primary Service Provider Model to team with other therapeutic disciplines, service coordinators, and caregivers to develop and implement functional goals and strategies to enhance the child’s development
• Support categorical assessments and initial Individualized Family Service Plan (IFSP) development for children who are categorically eligible for Early Intervention services
• Adhere to Medicaid regulations when this is a funding source (i.e. EVV)
• Help families determine priorities for service
• Perform standardized or play-based assessments and complete all required documentation of child’s progress toward IFSP goals
• Perform consultative visits either alone or consultation with other team members, as appropriate
• Develop and maintain working case files per department policies and procedures
• Submit billing and supporting documentation timely
• Partner with service coordinators, Child Find teams, and other community partners who serve young children to deliver early intervention services
• Provide skilled speech therapy services/interventions to children age 0-36 months with speech/communication, language, hearing, voice, and feeding/swallowing deficits
• May be asked to participate in the supervision of clinical fellowship year (CFY) through CFY Program
• Speech Language Pathologists can earn credentialing on the job. As a result, there are certain job duties regarding billing and evaluations that Speech Language Pathologists must perform with supervisor review & approval

Requirements

• Bachelor’s, Master’s, or Doctorate degree from an accredited therapy program    
• Two (2) years’ experience in the relevant field  
• Specialty certification (ASHA)
• Active DORA licensure in Colorado
• Demonstrated experience with specific programmatic concepts, practices, and procedures
• Must be able to meet physical demands to include bending or twists of the body, lifting, standing time, and sitting time to include floor play/therapy, etc.

Preferred

• Working knowledge of Medicaid and private insurance billing
• Knowledge of rules and regulations for Early Intervention
• Prefer additional experience in an area directly related to job assignment
• Knowledge of rules and regulations for the Division of Developmental and Intellectual Disabilities and the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment

Compensation & Benefits
$76,839 - $91,246 annually $1,500 Sign-On Bonus

• Health/dental/vision coverage
• Employer-paid and supplemental life insurance
• Short- and long-term disability insurance
• Generous paid time off and holiday pay
• Flexible work schedule
• Monthly remote work stipend
• 401(k) investment plan, with an employer match of up to 4%
• Mileage reimbursement
• Tuition reimbursement program
• Certified Employer for Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program
• Healthcare reimbursement and flexible spending plan
• Discounts on auto and homeowners’ insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Credit union membership
• Employer-paid training

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About Us
Started in 1964, Developmental Pathways (DP) is a nonprofit agency serving more than 15,000 individuals with disabilities and their families in Arapahoe, Douglas, and Elbert counties. We are a designated Case Management Agency (CMA) for long-term care services and are one of Colorado’s Community Centered Boards (CCB), connecting people to federal, state, county, and private funding. We are also Colorado’s largest Early Intervention (EI) provider and help connect young children to essential resources, serving the City of Aurora in addition. Our mission is to enrich the lives of people with disabilities/delays by partnering to provide expertise, support, and advocacy in their pursuit of a meaningful life.

At DP, we believe that our people are our greatest asset. We want to give you the ability to grow and do what you love. We are committed to creating an inclusive and dynamic work environment where employees can thrive and make a meaningful impact. If you are looking for a challenging and rewarding career with an organization that values integrity, innovation, partnership, and stewardship, you’ve come to the right place!

If you need an accommodation with this application process, please contact Support-HR@dpcolo.org

Salary : $76,839 - $91,246