Get to know us:

For over 100 years, Vista Del Mar Child & Family Services (VDM) has taken great pride in providing exceptional programs and services for children and families throughout LA County. VDM envisions a community where all children and families are equipped and prepared to live productive, fulfilling lives. We serve the most vulnerable in Los Angeles, many of whom have faced multi-generational inequities. Vista Del Mar is guided by core values of empowerment, equity, and excellence.

Culture:

At Vista Del Mar, our success is empowered by our staff, families, residents, and clients. We believe in the inclusion and liberation of marginalized communities, standing in unity for justice and recognizing long-standing systemic oppression. We acknowledge we are part of an unjust system and strongly advocate to change oppressive systems and the unconscious bias that affect staff, clients, and families in all communities. Vista is committed to developing a culture of healing, community care, and creating a sense of belonging. Our actions will be louder than our words.

Folks who are Black, Indigenous, people of color, LGBTQ , of a marginalized gender, disabled, parents, are/have been system-impacted, are immigrants, and anyone who has experienced systemic oppression, and/or gender-based violence are encouraged to apply.

Mission:

Vista Del Mar provides a trauma-responsive continuum of services to empower children, youth, and families in Southern California to lead fulfilling lives.

Role Overview:

• Under the supervision of a licensed speech-language pathologist, the Speech-Language Pathology Assistant will provide language and speech services to all children in Vista School who qualify through their school district's IEP for language and speech services.

Qualifications:

• Certification as a Speech-Language Pathology Assistant with the California Speech-Language Pathology and Audiology and Hearing Aid Dispensers Board.
• Minimum of an Associate's degree from an accredited speech-language pathology program.
• Experience with children and adolescents with emotionally disturbances, learning disabilities and autism children.
• Knowledge of school-based language and speech services.
• Familiarity with Welligent and SEIS databases.

Essential Job Duties:

• Work one to one and in small groups with students as mandated by their IEP goals.
• Complete daily charting on services delivered.
• Meet with school personnel and clinical staff to discuss students' language, speech and communication needs.
• Update student progress reports quarterly.
• Attend parent/staff conferences as requested.
• Provide education and information to other Vista Personnel (informally and formally)

What You Bring to VDM:

• Ability to effectively conduct meetings and motivate others to work collaboratively;
• Strong organizational and planning skills;
• California Driver's license;
• COVID-19 Vaccination Card (fully vaccinated with booster) required.

Job Type: Full-time

Compensation: $26 - $49 an hour

What Can We Offer You for All Your Hard Work?

• Full benefits offered (Medical, Dental, Vision)
• FSA/Dependent Care and Supplemental benefits through The Standard
• 403(b) – 3% Employer contribution based off annual salary
• 4 Mental Health Days
• Up to 12 Paid Holidays
• Up to 25% for Cell Phone Discounts with 3 Major Carriers (AT&T, Verizon, Sprint)

Vista Del Mar's Credentials:

Our nationally recognized clinical programs have been awarded a Gold Seal by the Joint Commission, the highest level of accreditation possible. In addition, our educational facilities are fully accredited through the Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC), and our graduate degree program is recognized worldwide for its high quality of instructions.

Equal Employment Statement

Vista Del Mar is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. Therefore, all qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or genetic information. Vista Del Mar will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations as part of this commitment.