Speech Language Pathologist

Speech-Language Pathologist

The Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP) evaluates and supports children ages 0-3 with communication delays and related developmental needs. This position focuses on enhancing children's communication skills through family-centered intervention, caregiver coaching, and collaborative teamwork. The SLP partners with families to build on strengths and embed strategies into everyday routines. Services are delivered in natural environments and emphasize coaching caregivers to support their child's communication across daily activities. This position is primarily remote and requires a productive home workspace located within Washington State. Travel is required, and all eligible travel expenses will be reimbursed in accordance with OFM guidelines and program requirements.

Essential Functions:

• Build rapport and strong relationships with families and other ESIT team members.
• Evaluate children ages 0-3 with communication delays and related developmental needs, conduct comprehensive assessments, and gather relevant information to determine eligibility for IDEA Part C early intervention services.
• Prepare evaluation reports that include assessment findings, communication development, strengths, and areas of concern to support the development of Individualized Family Service Plans (IFSPs).
• Collaborate with families and ESIT Providers to develop IFSPs based on identified family's priorities and concerns, routine, and the child's developmental needs.
• Provide guidance and expertise to ESIT Providers in implementing IFSP outcomes by supporting communication strategies through coaching, consultation, and collaboration.
• Monitor and adjust support strategies to ensure the implementation of effective, evidence-based communication supports as outlined in IFSPs.
• Facilitate joint home visits with ESIT Providers to provide ongoing support, coaching, and guidance in embedding communication strategies into daily routines within natural environments.
• Participate in team meetings, contributing communication expertise while supporting a reflective, collaborative, and team-based approach to service delivery.
• Provide direct early support services to families using a family-centered coaching model, ensuring individualized and functional communication support.
• Support team learning by sharing strategies related to communication development, including language development, social communication, and feeding.
• Monitor and adjust support strategies to meet the child and family's changing needs.
• Plan, conduct, and participate in formal and informal meetings, programs, and activities with families, local school district personnel, and community agencies.

Other Job Functions:

• Compile and maintain up-to-date documentation, including evaluation reports, IFSPs, progress notes, and communication logs related to services provided to children and families.
• Collaborate with families, local school district personnel, and community agencies to support service coordination, continuity of care, and successful transitions.
• Provide consultation and guidance to team members and community partners regarding communication development, feeding, social communication, and early intervention best practices.
• Assist in the development of written materials such as procedures, guidelines, and training resources to support high-quality early intervention services.
• Provide support to school districts (e.g., transition planning, communication development, Part C services and regulations) to ensure alignment with established guidelines and practices.
• Assist other personnel as needed to ensure an efficient and effective team approach to service delivery.
• Utilize technology effectively, including proficiency in Google Drive, Outlook, Google Docs, Adobe, PowerPoint, and other relevant tools to support communication, documentation, and collaboration.
• Demonstrate a willingness to learn and adapt, including the ability to utilize the ESIT Data Management System (DMS) for documentation, tracking, and reporting.
• Participate in professional development opportunities and reflective practices to support continuous growth and improvement.
• Strive to contribute to a positive, collaborative, and healthy team culture.
• Adhere to all Board policies and procedures, maintaining confidentiality and compliance with HIPAA, FERPA, and ESIT requirements.

Qualifications:

• Master's degree in Speech-Language Pathology.
• Valid Washington State License as a Speech-Language Pathologist (or ability to obtain prior to start date).
• Certificate of Clinical Competence (CCC-SLP) preferred (Clinical Fellows may be considered if applicable and with appropriate supervision).
• Eligibility for ESIT credentialing and ability to complete required ESIT in-service training within 6 months of hire.
• Knowledge of early childhood development (birth-3), including communication development, social-emotional development, and family-centered practices.
• Minimum of two (2) years of experience working with young children and families (experience in early intervention, pediatrics, childcare, or related settings preferred).
• Reliable personal transportation with appropriate automobile insurance and willingness to travel within the service area.
• Requires knowledge of: ESIT policies, procedures, and values, or willingness to complete ESIT training and meet state personnel standards within required timelines.
• Evidence-based early intervention practices, including coaching caregivers, family-centered services, natural learning environments, and inclusive practices.

Position Benefits:

• Access to full benefits (SEBB medical, vision, and dental insurance. WA DRS SERS retirement plan. Medical reimbursement account, Life and Long-Term Disability Insurance etc.)
• Access to the agency's wellness and employee assistance program
• Flexible schedule and ability to work from home
• Paid sick leave (4.8 hours per month)
• Paid personal leave (9 hours per year)

Traits That You Must Possess:

• Proactive self-starter.
• A strong sense of taking the initiative and moving forward without waiting to be told what to do and how to do it.
• Flexible and can thrive in a fast-paced environment where you may have to wear several hats.
• Possess confidence while being humble lack excessive ego or concern about status.
• Willing to share credit, emphasize team over self and define success collectively rather than individually.
• Hungry always looking for more. More things to do, learn, and take responsibility for.
• Constantly thinking about the next step or opportunity.
• Smart have common sense about people. Good judgment and intuition around the subtleties of group dynamics and the impact of your words and actions.

About Our Team and Agency:

Helping students realize their dreams and aspirations is at the heart of everything we do at ESD 123. We accomplish this by embracing our employees as One Team, and operating with loyalty and commitment through compassion, dedication, and collaboration. At ESD 123, we strive to offer the highest quality customer experience by committing to our Culture Playbook, and always looking for ways to say, "Yes, and" Each member of our ESD team must be humble, hungry, and smart, with a focus on making his or her teammates look good while working toward achieving our mission. We want this position to be one that you are or can be passionate about and look forward to embracing. We want you to grow, be challenged, and have fun while doing things that you are skilled at and enjoy. We are looking for someone who is proud to join our ESD One Team!

Working Conditions/Physical Requirements:

Work is performed primarily in an office environment; however, travel is required to local school districts and program sites, and for workshops, committee representation and conferences at local, regional, and state level. Sitting for extended periods of time may be required. Lifts and carries a maximum of 35 pounds. Adequate manual and finger dexterity, hearing, speech, and vision are necessary to perform the essential functions of this position. Hazards: Those present in a normal office environment; no known significant hazards.