School-Based Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP)

Job Title: School-Based Speech-Language Pathologist

Location: Owings, MD (Calvert County)

Company: Strides Therapy & Educational Services

Expected Hours per week: 35 (7 hours a day for Calvert)

About Us:

Strides Therapy & Educational Services is a reputable and client-centred pediatric multidisciplinary practice with two locations within Anne Arundel County in Maryland. Our team consists of Speech-Language Pathologists, Speech-Language Pathology Assistants, Occupational Therapists and Special Education Teachers. We emphasize using evidence-based, personalized care. We are currently seeking a skilled and compassionate Speech-Language Pathologist to join our team and contribute to the well-being and communication development of our clients.

Position Overview:

As a Speech-Language Pathologist in our private practice, you will play a crucial role in assessing, diagnosing, and providing therapeutic interventions to children with speech-language and/or feeding/swallowing disorders. Our ideal candidate is a passionate and knowledgeable team member who is looking to grow their clinical skills in a supportive and welcoming atmosphere. We believe in collaboration and work-life balance. Feeding, Bilingual (English/Spanish), and/or AAC experience preferred but not required.

The candidate must be available to work after school hours. A typical week's schedule will include working 3 days from 10-7, and two days from 8-5, with one of the earlier days on Friday. Every day includes an hour lunch break. Productivity can vary from 75% to 88% without cancellation,s depending upon your desired pay; CFYs will only be scheduled up to 75% productivity. Given our average cancellation rate, typical productivity would be about 64% to 74%. Unproductive time and canceled sessions will be available for therapists to complete other job duties.

• Day-to-day tasks: complete formal evaluations, develop plans of care, plan and conduct therapy, complete progress reports, complete discharge summaries, educate family and caregivers, communicate with families and team members as needed, collaborate with our/client's multidisciplinary team, cleaning/sanitizing of used materials, and keeping workspace tidy
• Soft skills- strong interpersonal skills, detail-oriented, organized, self-starter, compassionate, creative, confident

What our employees say about working for us:

"Culture is friendly and inclusive."

"Everyone is very supportive and willing to help each other."

Qualifications:

• Master's degree or higher in Speech-Language Pathology from an accredited program.
• State licensure as a Speech-Language Pathologist. (if applicable)
• Educator Certificate (if applicable)
• Certificate of Clinical Competence (CCC-SLP) from the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA) unless a CF.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Experience in private practice or outpatient settings preferred.
• Knowledge of insurance billing and documentation practices is a plus.
• Dedication to providing culturally competent and client-centered care.

Benefits:

• Medical, dental, and vision on day 1, employer pays 50% of of the monthly cost
• 401k with match and immediate vesting, 100% match for the first 3% and 50% for 4th and 5th percent (also a part-time benefit)
• 5 paid holidays
• Subscription to a yearly CEU platform
• 10 PTO/sick days
• Professional liability insurance (also a part-time benefit)
• MD license reimbursement
• ASHA Certification Stipend
• EAP short-term disability (also a part-time benefit)
• Cancer insurance (also a part-time benefit)
• Pet insurance (also a part-time benefit)
• Life insurance (also a part-time benefit)
• Catastrophe medical (also a part-time benefit)

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