Pediatric Speech Language Pathologist (SLP)
About The Position
Children With Opportunity (CWO) brings together providers in ABA, Occupational Therapy, Physical Therapy, and Speech & Language Therapy to provide comprehensive, integrated services for children with Autism Spectrum Disorder and other developmental disorders. The organization emphasizes multidisciplinary collaboration, inclusion, belonging, play-based therapy, and opportunities for growth and development. CWO has four clinics in the Kansas City area: Grain Valley, Lee’s Summit, Liberty, and Platte Woods, Missouri. The position is based in a clinic and is performed on-site, with potential to float and support other locations as needed. The Speech-Language Pathologist promotes meaningful communication development and supports belonging and inclusion for children with autism and other developmental delays through individualized interventions. Clinical Fellowship opportunities are available for new graduates. The role reports to the Clinic Director and serves the pediatric specialty area.
Requirements
- Certified Speech and Language Pathologist.
- Licensed as an SLP in the state of Missouri.
- Complete a criminal background check.
- Must be able to obtain and maintain CPR certification.
- Valid driver’s license and evidence of insurability.
- Collaborative team member.
- Enthusiastic and ethical.
- Enjoy working with children.
- Professional and works with integrity.
- Able to bend, kneel, crouch, and spend time on their feet, and occasionally lift items up to 25 pounds.
Nice To Haves
- Preferred 1–2 years of experience working with Autism Spectrum Disorder.
Responsibilities
- Perform speech and language evaluations.
- Provide direct therapy.
- Provide education and consultation to staff on speech and language development.
- Supervise Speech Language Pathologist Assistants and Clinical Fellows in accordance with state and national requirements.
- Assess communication skills, including articulation, fluency, voice, and expressive and receptive language, to identify communication disorders, determine program eligibility, and develop treatment recommendations.
- Collaborate with parents, teachers, physicians, administrators, team members, other professionals, and other groups to communicate information, resolve issues, and provide services in compliance with established guidelines.
- Participate in monthly team meetings and case reviews.
- Develop treatment plans, interventions, and educational materials to minimize the adverse impact of communication disorders in compliance with regulatory requirements.
- Instruct assigned support staff on communicative disorders, assistive devices, feeding techniques, and implementation of prescribed treatment plans.
- Instruct eligible clients in the use of communication technologies, such as hearing aids, FM systems, and augmentative communication devices.
- Interpret medical reports within the scope of the Speech-Language Pathologist’s experience and goals to provide information and ensure treatment or intervention plans are appropriate.
- Maintain files and records, including progress reports, activity logs, billing information, treatment plans, required documentation, quarterly reports, and screening results.
- Participate in meetings, workshops, and seminars, including training, IEPs, and team meetings.
- Perform other related duties as assigned to support the efficient and effective functioning of the work unit.
Benefits
- 401(k)
- Dental, medical, and vision insurance
- Flexible schedule
- Eight paid holidays
- Paid time off
- Opportunity for professional development
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
