Part-Time Speech Therapist-Pediatrics

Description

Description

About Jordan Valley Community Health Center:

Jordan Valley Community Health Center (JVCHC) is a mission-driven organization dedicated to improving the health of individuals and families in underserved communities. We provide comprehensive healthcare services including primary medical, dental, vision, and behavioral health. Our mission is simple: Improve our community’s health through access and relationships. By working collaboratively with partners and continually innovating, JVCHC strives to be a leader in providing essential healthcare for the underserved, ensuring everyone in our community has access to quality healthcare.

Job Summary:  

Jordan Valley Community Health Center (JVCHC) is seeking a dedicated and compassionate  Pediatric Speech Therapist to assess, diagnose, and treat children with speech, language, and communication disorders. The ideal candidate will work collaboratively with families, educators, and other healthcare professionals to develop individualized therapy plans and work to empower children to achieve their communication and developmental goals.

Key Responsibilities:   

Conduct comprehensive evaluations of speech, language, and communication skills.

Utilize standardized assessments, observations, and parent/teacher input to identify specific challenges.

Develop and implement individualized treatment plans tailored to each child’s specific needs.

Provide therapy for speech delays, articulation issues, language disorders, stuttering, voice disorders, and other communication challenges.

Utilize evidence-based techniques and creative approaches to engage children during therapy sessions.

Collaborate with families, caregivers, and teachers to provide education, resources, and support for carryover of skills in home and school environments.

Maintain accurate and timely documentation of evaluations, treatment sessions, and progress reports.

Participate in interdisciplinary meetings and consultations to coordinate care with other healthcare providers and specialists.

Stay up to date on research and advancements in speech-language pathology and pediatric therapy techniques.

Health Requirements:

All employees are required to provide proof of vaccination for Flu, Hepatitis B and Tuberculosis (TB) as part of our commitment to maintaining a safe and healthy workplace.

Application Process:

Interested applicants should submit a resume and cover letter through the JVCHC career portal at Careers & Education - Jordan Valley. Applications will be accepted on a rolling basis until the position is filled.

Jordan Valley Community Health Center is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, or disability status.

Want to chat before committing to applying? Reach out directly; send an email to [email protected] 

Requirements

Requirements:

- Master's degree in Speech-Language Pathology

- Current state license to practice as a Speech Therapist

- Certificate of Clinical Competence in Speech-Language Pathology (CCC-SLP) preferred

- Experience working with pediatric patients

- Strong communication and interpersonal skills

- Ability to work independently and as part of a team

 -1-3 years experience