What are the responsibilities and job description for the Speech Language Pathologist - Early Intervention position at UNITED ABILITY, INC.?
Monday-Friday; 40 hours per week; Benefits Eligible
United Ability is an organization that provides a variety of services to individuals with disabilities. We are currently seeking candidates to join our team as a Speech Language Pathologist for children birth to age 3. In this role you will be responsible for providing evaluations and speech therapy for children with delays and/or communication needs to recover, develop or improve independent communication abilities so that the child can reach their maximum independence. Employees at United Ability are here to serve others through the everyday fulfillment of its mission. Together, we accomplish significant goals for the advancement of United Ability.
A career at United Ability includes:
- Medical, dental and vision insurance
- 3 weeks paid vacation with additional paid sick time
- Subsidized childcare for eligible employees
- Life insurance, disability benefits, health and wellness programs
- Retirement savings plan with employer match
- Immediate app that allows you to draw your earned pay when you need it
Collaborating with other team members, you will:
- Performs speech language therapy services for children in homes/community for Early Intervention services
- Communicates with families regarding child’s progress
- Promotes maximum independence by implementing quality, individually designed treatment plans and activities
- Teaches and trains caregivers by demonstration/modeling of activities and providing a home program when appropriate to promote maximum independence
- Completes required documentation on each child
Applicant general qualifications include:
- Master’s degree in Speech Language Pathology required
- Current License to practice Speech Language Therapy in the state of AL.
- Certificate of Clinical Competence or working towards certificate required
- ABESPA and ASHA licenses preferred
- Basic computer skills and use of EMR required
- Experience working in pediatric speech therapy preferred
- Valid driver’s licenses required
- Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs
Please note that this job description is not designed to provide a comprehensive list of all activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this position. Job duties may change at any time and without prior notice. New job duties may be added as needed.
Reasonable Accommodations:Please also note that reasonable accommodations may be made to enable employees with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position.