Pediatric Speech Language Pathologist

A positive future for every child Southwest Human Development is Arizona’s largest nonprofit dedicated to early childhood development. The first five years of life are the most critical in a child’s development. At Southwest Human Development, our services improve lives and help families by supporting young children and their caregivers during this important time. Description We are seeking a Pediatric Speech Language Pathologist who has expertise in working with children ages birth to five with disabilities to join our team-based, transdisciplinary model providing evaluations and ongoing services to young children and families. The position would include a combination of consultation and direct service. Services are provided in clinics, client’s homes, and community settings within the Phoenix metropolitan area. Telehealth is also a service option for those living in rural areas. Why choose us? Make an impact in a child’s life by promoting child health and development. Be rewarded with a rich benefit package, including medical, dental, vision, wellness plans, 401(k) matching, and generous paid time off. Opportunities for continued professional growth and development. Supportive and collaborative work environment. In This Role You Will Conduct screening and assessment activities with children on a designated caseload. Integrate information gathered from a variety of sources for a holistic view of a child and their needs. Plan and provide speech therapy services that are family‑centered and reflect developmentally appropriate practice and demonstrate cultural/linguistic sensitivity. Use a team‑based approach to work collaboratively with parents and other team members when planning and designing individualized goals and objectives for a child’s Individualized Service Plan. Complete paperwork required by Local Educational Agencies, Head Start or the Division of Developmental Disabilities accurately and in accordance with specified regulations. What It Takes Master’s degree required. A licensed speech therapist in the state of Arizona is required. A minimum of 3 years of clinical experience serving children is preferred. Experience working with children with feeding difficulties is preferred. A systems‑thinker with experience building workflow processes is preferred. Valid Arizona Fingerprint Clearance Card (Level One) is required. Bilingual English/Spanish is a plus. Divers License and auto insurance. Learn more! Our core values embody Southwest Human Development’s commitment to services that uplift the lives of children, families and other care providers, and the communities in which they live. These values guide the professional development, ethical conduct, and skilled practice of all our staff. All staff are valued as making essential contributions to strengthening the foundation that Arizona’s children need for a great start in life. Learn more about our values and benefits here. #J-18808-Ljbffr