Pediatric Speech and Language Therapist - Children’s Services (part-time)

Immediate Supervisor: Children’s Services Manager
Supervision Exercised: Participants

Summary:

Part-time, temporary position (10 – 20 hours/week)

As part of Children’s Services, the Speech Therapist serves children from birth to three, and their families, with an emphasis on speech/language development, feeding and oral motor skills.

Essential Functions:

• Provision of developmental sessions (group and individual)
• Case management
• Conduct assessments and writing reports
• Ongoing parent education and support
• Participate in provision of each child’s IFSP: interagency collaboration
• In conjunction with family, responsible for the development and implementation of individual program goals
• Oversee child’s integration into the community adhering to program objectives while maintaining a safe environment
• Must comply with applicable policies, i.e., Community Gatepath Safety Policies, CARF accreditation standards, Community Care Licensing, CAL-OSHA, etc.
• Comply with client rights, Community Gatepath and program policies and procedures, and quality assurance standards
• Conduct home visits
• Other duties as assigned

Physical Activity Requirements:

• Ability to physically manage children (up to 40lbs)-carrying; positioning - frequently
• Ability to sit at a computer for 1-2 hours - occasionally
• General Housekeeping - occasionally

Education/Experience:

• One year experience in a pediatric setting
• Masters Degree from accredited institution for training in Speech Pathology
• Organization, communication, writing skills
• Knowledge of sign language; augmentative communication
• Ability to function as part of a team
• Positive outlook, enthusiasm, self-motivated and high energy

Licensing Requirements:

• Registration with State of CA Board of Medical Examiners; American Speech and Hearing Association or equivalent job experience
• Certificate of Clinical Competence
• Valid CA Drivers License
• CPR Certification
• First Aid Training
• Ability to obtain criminal clearance
• Must be able to pass medical screenings including TB tes

Application Process:
Send resume with cover letter and position to which you are applying in the subject line to: careers@gatepath.com

OR

Community Gatepath®
ATTN: Human Resources
875 Stanton Road
Burlingame, CA 94010
FAX: (650) 697-5010
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