Early Intervention Speech Language Pathologist

Community Connections•Durango, CO

9d•$38 - $43

About The Position

Early Intervention Speech Language Pathologist, La Plata, San Juan, and/or Archuleta counties Community Connections, Inc. is seeking a part-time licensed Speech Language Pathologist to provide SLP services for children birth – 3 in Early Intervention. Flexible schedule and hours may range from 2-16 hours per week. Services are provided in homes and community settings, both in-person and via Zoom/telehealth. We promote a coaching model (empowering parents and teachers to continue implementing strategies between visits). Qualified applicants must delight in working with young children and enjoy being part of a team supporting families. Ability to provide services in Spanish is ideal, but not required. Intimate knowledge of Indigenous (primarily Diné and/or Ute) or Hispanic cultures is also ideal but not required. $37.84-43.25/hr DOE (plus mileage) includes direct service as well as prep and travel time. Open until filled. Full job description and application information is available at https://communityconnectionsco.apscareerportal.com/account?embed=1 Title: Early Intervention Therapist Reports To: Director of Children and Family Services FLSA : Part-time/Hourly/Non-exempt Job Description : Early Intervention Therapists serve Community Connections as part-time employees working with children and families through the Part C/Early Intervention Program. Schedules are flexible, and are generally scheduled with families and coordinated with the Child Find team as needed. Participation in needed Part C trainings is required. Must provide own transportation and be willing to travel around local communities to families’ homes, childcare settings and other community locations where children and their families are.

Requirements

Must hold a B.A or Master’s in the appropriate professional field (Occupational Therapy, Physical Therapy, Speech and Language Pathology, Early Childhood Special Education, Social Work, etc.) and corresponding licensure for the State of Colorado (SLP: Colorado state certification or graduate student in speech-language pathology completing their clinical fellowship.)
Ability to prioritize
Ability to access situation quickly
Customer service and professional communication
Follow guidelines and ability to stay in compliance with federal guidelines
Ability to commute for business, when needed. If driving, must possess a drivers’ license in the state they reside and current auto insurance
Satisfactory completion of all background checks and references, including Motor Vehicle Record is required

Nice To Haves

Experience working with children birth through three strongly preferred.
Ability to provide services in Spanish is ideal, but not required.
Intimate knowledge of Indigenous (primarily Diné and/or Ute) or Hispanic cultures is also ideal but not required.

Responsibilities

Participate in public and private insurance billing as requested and as able.
Become a Medicaid provider.
Assist in developing Individual Family Support Plans (IFSP).
Implement assigned strategies and action plans from the IFSP.
Work with the Service Coordinator for each family to identify family priorities and gather resources for the family.
Participate in trans-disciplinary teams as needed.
Attend IFSP meetings and reviews.
Provide ongoing assessment, at least annually, with a qualified tool and family input.
Maintain current and accurate documentation, including certifications, licensing, endorsements and registrations, and shall register and update his or her information at least annually in the provider database maintained by the division for developmental disabilities.
Participate in the reporting of Child outcomes, meeting the minimum requirements.
Submit paperwork for billing and payroll in a timely and accurate manner.
Stay current in trends in Early Intervention, Best Practices and Evidence-Based Practices for applicable field.
Respond to families’ needs in professional and courteous manner, building relationships with families and children that will become the basis for all interventions.
Communicate problems or concerns to the Service Coordinator or Early Intervention Program Manager immediately.
Fulfill other duties requested by the Early Intervention Services Director to assure community compliance with the State and Part C Federal Assurances.