Speech Language Pathologist Clinical Fellow

Easter Seals Southwest Florida•Sarasota, FL

4d•Onsite

About The Position

Under the guidance and supervision of an assigned Clinical Fellowship Mentor, provides direct Speech Therapy services to clients, including assessments, treatment, program planning and implementation, related documentation, and communication. Delivers Speech-Language Therapy under physicians’ orders to evaluate and provide treatment for Communication/Swallowing Delays and Disorders. Easterseals Southwest Florida is dedicated to providing exceptional service to children, youth and adults with disabilities as well as support to their families. We offer the highest quality of care throughout our clients’ lives so they can enjoy access, opportunities and more dynamic life choices. The agency was founded in 1946 and for more than 76 years has offered therapies, services and enrichments across our region. Through public and private funding as well as philanthropy, Easterseals administers a variety of therapies -- occupational, physical, speech and more -- as well as educational opportunities for the young and not-so-young: The Lily School Pre-K, ABA Academy, VIP High School, Adult Employment Services & Day Training as well as enrichment programs in art, music and performing arts. Community partnerships enhance offerings and include equine therapy at InStride Therapy and projects in organic farming with Operation Eco Vets garden on the Easterseals campus. Therapists are also actively enhancing therapies and services within the autism spectrum, allowing Easterseals to serve this growing community.

Requirements

Master’s Degree in Communication Sciences and Disorders from an ASHA accredited University.
Meets the requirements for Clinical Fellowship as outlined by ASHA.
Has a working knowledge and experience in using Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Power Point).
Department of Health Provisional License from the state of Florida.
CPR Certification/First Aid/Bloodborne Pathogens/HIV/Aids/Medical Errors, mandatory (training available).
Valid Florida Class D driver’s license and auto liability insurance.
All employees must pass a background screening and drug test for employment.

Nice To Haves

Experience working with children and adults with Autism preferred.
Florida Medicaid number and National Provider Identification number preferred

Responsibilities

Work under the guidance and supervision of assigned Clinical Fellowship Mentor for a total of 1260 hours.
Conduct screenings of clients to determine need for intervention/treatment.
Evaluate clients to obtain data necessary for treatment planning and implementation.
Conduct specialized evaluations as indicated and interprets/communicates evaluation findings to client, family, and other team members.
Establish individual client schedules in conjunction with other team members. Coordinate treatment plan with client, family, and team.
Develop treatment plans by identifying a problem list, including short- and long-term goals and methods to achieve identified goals.
Implement and conducts treatment as outline in treatment plan.
Monitor client’s response to intervention and modifies treatment as indicated to attain goals in accordance with physician orders.
Develop appropriate home or community programming to maintain and enhance the performance of the client in their own environment.
Document results of client’s assessment, treatment, follow-up, and termination of services. Participate in discharge planning.
Adhere to department procedures regarding documentation of Speech-Language Services. Record indirect and billable time according to department procedure. Maintain a high level of productivity determined by Therapy Director.
Review the quality and appropriateness of the total services delivered and of individual speech therapy programs for effectiveness and efficiency, using predetermined criteria.
Comply with all Infection Control, Universal Precautions and OSHA standards for the healthcare professional. Maintain safe and clean work area. Comply with Easter Seals policies and procedures utilizing the highest standards of personal and professional ethics and behavior. Demonstrate good judgment, diplomacy, courtesy. and effective communication while working at Easter Seals or when representing the organization.
Other duties as assigned