Pediatric Speech-Language Pathologist (Early Intervention Team)

  • Full-time

Company Description

At Children’s Therapy Center, we are on a mission to maximize the potential of children with special needs. We provide individualized, family-centered therapy including early intervention services, early childhood special education, physical, occupational and speech therapy. In partnership with parents and caregivers, we celebrate where each child is today and work toward who they can become.

Founded in 1979, Children’s Therapy Center has grown from a dream shared by a handful of visionary pediatric therapists to the largest and most comprehensive independent nonprofit pediatric therapy program in Washington State. Growth like ours does not happen by chance. It takes a commitment to quality services, collaboration, innovation and a focus on excellence in all areas.

Children’s Therapy Center is seeking a Pediatric Speech-Language Pathologist to join our growing team! Our SLP will join our Early Intervention team serving children from birth to three years old, within our Maple Valley/Black Diamond service area. Our preferred candidate is experienced, with training in sensory processing, play-based therapy, feeding, and/or NDT. (S)he will have a strong passion for helping children with special needs, and their families reach their full potential.

Job Description

Primary Responsibilities

  • Perform evaluations using formal and informal assessment tools
  • Develop and implement developmentally appropriate goals
  • Maintain timely treatment records and progress reports
  • Consistently assess progress and adjust treatment plans as needed
  • Provide parent training and support as an integral part of the therapy program
  • Order orthotics, assistive devices, and/or adaptive equipment as necessary
  • Participate as a member of a multi-disciplinary and collaborative team

Qualifications

Demonstrable experience and other qualifications:

  • Degree in Speech Therapy from an accredited college or university
  • Dedicated to quality, with a willingness to learn and share
  • Experience working with children with developmental delay or disability preferred
  • Ability to work collaboratively with parents, staff and multi-disciplinary teams
  • Must have or obtain a SLP license in the State of Washington
  • Current CPR and First Aid certifications and a valid Driver's License and/or reliable transportation

Additional Information

Children’s Therapy Center offers equitable and competitive pay commensurate with experience.  Our comprehensive benefits package includes generous paid time off, medical, dental, vision, life-insurance, and continuing education benefits.  Supplemental/premium insurance options are also available.  Eligible employees can enroll in our retirement plan with their first paycheck and will be eligible for company contributions after their first year of employment.

Children’s Therapy Center is an equal opportunity employer.  We seek to hire candidates that reflect diverse backgrounds, beliefs and cultural histories.  We continually seek to understand, acknowledge and appreciate our differences, engaging with an attitude of respectful curiosity, and a growth-mindset.  We believe everyone has the right to be respected and valued.  Consistent with applicable federal, state and local laws, and our values, Children’s Therapy Center provides all employees and applicants with equal opportunity in all aspects of the employment relationship.