Speech Language Pathologist

Westside Children's Therapy
Plainfield, IL, United States
Full-time

Essential Functions :

Prepare and implement treatment plans for pediatric clients, from birth to age 18

Create client specific goals focused on effective communication, utilizing verbal and non-verbal communication skills

Prepare and complete detailed documentation and records of evaluations and treatments

Provide support and guidance to the clients family enabling them to foster the behaviors and practices implemented in treatment

Based on interest and specialty, may assess, diagnose, treat feeding and swallowing disorders in children

Serve as a CF Supervisor once every two years

Maintain a targeted caseload of 27 therapy hours a week

Required Education, Experience and Credentials :

Masters Degree in Speech Language Pathology from an accredited program

Pass the Praxis Examination in Speech-Language Pathology

Completion of your Clinical Fellowship Year

SLP licensure or license eligible, in the state of Illinois

CPR certification required within 90 days of hire

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities :

Passion for working with neurodiverse pediatric population

Competence with a variety of computer applications

Competence with Central Reach

Personal Attributes :

Interpersonal skills with strong verbal and written communication skills

Collaborative spirit and willingness to work as a team

Creative mindset for making therapy fun

Process oriented with strong attention to detail

Accountability

Problem Solving

Initiative

Work Environment & Physical Demands

Ability to receive training in, and implement, de-escalation skills for clients

Ability to lift or carry 30 lbs unassisted

Ability to work in a variety of active positions, including on the floor during played-based therapy

Travel Requirements

Some travel within assigned region for training, meetings and supporting client coverage needs.

Other Duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job.

Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

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