Director of Therapy SLP

American Senior Communities • Fort Wayne, IN

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About The Position

The Director of Therapy oversees rehabilitation services, including physical therapy, occupational therapy, and speech-language pathology, while building meaningful relationships. The role collaborates with the interdisciplinary team, leads staff development, and ensures therapy services are delivered efficiently and effectively. Candidates must hold a current, valid SLP license in Indiana and demonstrate a strong commitment to geriatric advocacy and senior care excellence. Previous management experience is preferred.

Requirements

• Current and valid Speech Language Therapist (SLP) license in Indiana.
• Strong passion for geriatric advocacy and commitment to senior care excellence.
• Understanding of therapeutic principles, psychosocial assessments, and interventions.
• Familiarity with case management, discharge planning, and crisis intervention.
• Empathetic engagement with residents and families; clear communication with interdisciplinary teams; and conflict resolution and mediation skills.
• Ability to create a comforting and engaging atmosphere for residents.
• Ability to work toward a common goal of excellent resident care.
• Demonstrate C.A.R.E. values to residents, family members, customers, and staff.

Nice To Haves

• Previous management experience.

Responsibilities

• Oversee rehabilitation services, including PT, OT, and SLP.
• Build meaningful relationships with residents and families.
• Collaborate with the interdisciplinary team and promote collaboration among departments, professionals, consultants, organizations, and government regulatory agencies.
• Provide leadership in staff development.
• Ensure therapy services are delivered efficiently and effectively.
• Work toward excellent care for residents.
• Demonstrate C.A.R.E. values to residents, family members, customers, and staff.

Benefits

• Employee referral bonus programs.
• 401(k).
• Flexible spending account (FSA).
• Free life insurance.
• PTO exchange for pay programs.
• Medical coverage.
• Vision insurance.
• Dental insurance.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Workforce Chaplains workplace support.
• Personalized Wellness Coaching.
• Holiday pay.
• Paid time off, with opportunities to earn additional PTO.
• Employee discount programs.
• Mentorship programs and clinical and leadership development pathways.
• Education partnerships with colleges and universities.
• Financial assistance for continuing education.
• Company-sponsored scholarship programs.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Employee recognition events and monthly and annual awards.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Director
• Education Level: No Education Listed