Director of Speech Therapy (Pediatric)
About The Position
Little Land Pediatric Therapy is seeking a Director of Speech Therapy to lead our team of dedicated pediatric speech-language pathologists (SLPs) and speech-language pathology assistants (SLPAs). This role will oversee clinical operations, mentor staff, and ensure high-quality speech and language therapy services that align with our mission. The ideal candidate is an experienced and passionate speech-language pathologist who is ready to take on a leadership role while maintaining a small caseload. This position offers an exciting opportunity to help shape and grow our speech therapy program while fostering a fun, engaging, and supportive environment for both therapists and the families we serve.
Requirements
- Master’s degree in Speech-Language Pathology from an accredited program.
- Current California SLP license (or eligibility for licensure).
- ASHA Certificate of Clinical Competence (CCC-SLP) required.
- Minimum of 3-5 years of pediatric speech-language pathology experience.
- Strong leadership and mentorship abilities, with a passion for developing clinical staff.
- Excellent communication skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively across disciplines.
- Highly organized, with strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
- Enthusiasm for working with children and making therapy engaging and fun.
Nice To Haves
- Prior leadership, mentorship, or supervisory experience strongly preferred.
- Experience with feeding and swallowing therapy is a plus but not required.
Responsibilities
- Provide leadership, guidance, and supervision to SLPs, SLPAs, and support staff.
- Ensure therapy services align with best practices, compliance standards, and the clinic’s mission.
- Monitor clinical quality, productivity, and patient outcomes, implementing improvements as needed.
- Assist in hiring, onboarding, and training new speech therapy team members.
- Maintain a small caseload, providing direct therapy services to children with speech, language, and communication disorders.
- Develop and refine speech therapy programs, incorporating innovative techniques and play-based interventions.
- Collaborate with occupational, physical, and behavioral therapists to develop comprehensive treatment plans.
- Provide clinical oversight for feeding and swallowing therapy programs (experience preferred but not required).
- Act as a key resource for parents and caregivers, ensuring they understand and feel confident in their child’s therapy journey.
- Educate families on home programs and strategies to support skill development outside of therapy sessions.
- Build relationships with referring providers, schools, and community organizations to promote awareness of our services.
- Ensure accurate and timely documentation in accordance with clinic policies and regulatory standards.
- Monitor staff scheduling and workload distribution to maximize efficiency and patient access to services.
- Stay current with industry trends, therapy innovations, and legal requirements affecting pediatric speech therapy.
Benefits
- Competitive Salary based on experience and leadership responsibilities.
- Comprehensive Benefits Package, including health insurance, paid time off, and continuing education support.
- Professional Growth Opportunities, with the ability to shape and expand the speech therapy program.
- Collaborative, Play-Based Environment where therapists are supported and encouraged to bring creativity into their work.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Director
