Speech Language Pathologist

Minnesota Autism Center • Rochester, MN

14d

About The Position

Identify, assess, and treat children with speech, language, social communication, cognitive-communication, and swallowing disorders. Consult with behavior therapy teams to integrate communication-based programs, train clinical staff on communication development and therapy, and educate caregivers and other service providers to support consistent communication skills across client environments and the community. Coordinate with outside Speech-Language Pathologists as needed and collaborate with clinical staff to support quality in the design and implementation of each child's communication program.

Develop and implement individualized, evidence-based Plans of Care for assigned clients. Assist with Plan of Care development and Prior Authorization information to secure funding for Speech-Language Pathology services. Attend monthly meetings with SPOT Coordinators and/or the Chief Executive Officer. Salary range is $75,000 to $80,000, depending on experience. Clinical Fellows are encouraged to apply; supervision and mentorship are available.

Requirements

• Master’s degree in Speech-Language Pathology or Communication Disorders.
• Current license, or in-process licensure, to practice Speech-Language Pathology through the Minnesota Department of Health.
• Certificate of Clinical Competence (CCC) from the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA); Clinical Fellows are also encouraged to apply.
• Strong interpersonal skills.
• Highly developed verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to collaborate with clinical and administrative team members to support therapeutic programming for clients.
• Valid driver’s license, automobile insurance, and access to an automobile for travel to worksites and the office.
• Ability to pass criminal background checks required by the State of Minnesota for work with children and vulnerable adults.
• Proficiency with MS Office, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
• Ability to communicate professionally with clients, caregivers, peers, and supervisors, and to relay information to caregivers, MAC staff, or other support staff promptly.

Nice To Haves

• Prior autism and pediatric experience.

Responsibilities

• Establish and continually evaluate treatment programs, Plans of Care, goals, and discharge plans for assigned clients’ speech-language therapy needs, in consultation with the Program Supervisor.
• Revise plans and goals based on individual client needs in consultation with the Clinical Supervisor.
• Administer standardized speech and language evaluations and respond to service referrals in a timely manner.
• Provide leadership and assistance in integrating speech-language therapy targets or activities into behavior therapy settings, including for direct and indirect clients as needed.
• Conduct 30-day and 90-day reviews for all clients; include an updated Plan of Care in 90-day reviews.
• Complete and submit required documentation within established guidelines, and maintain current, accurate clinical records.
• Train Behavior Therapists, Lead Therapists, the Clinical Supervisor, and the Program Manager on therapy strategies as needed.
• Participate in ITP planning as applicable.
• Provide leadership supervision and/or execute skilled treatment programs, such as sensory diets, as prescribed by the Plan of Care.
• Schedule clients in coordination with the clinical team.
• Provide client and family education related to support services as appropriate.
• Meet with the clinical team as needed to discuss clients’ progress on communication programming.
• Maintain Department of Health licensure and ASHA membership, adhere to the ASHA Code of Ethics, and complete continuing education.
• Respond to emails and phone calls within 24 hours and attend required trainings and meetings at the central office site.
• Use the time-reporting system appropriately for reimbursement.
• Consider ethical and cultural issues and maintain appropriate boundaries with clients, caregivers, colleagues, and student interns.
• Limit work to personal areas of expertise and use current methods recognized by the profession.
• Perform other duties as assigned by management.
• Attend monthly meetings with SPOT Coordinators and/or the Chief Executive Officer.

Benefits

• Excellent PTO benefits
• Paid holidays
• Affordable medical, dental, and vision coverage with employer contribution
• 401(k) with generous employer match
• Employer-paid life and disability insurance

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time