Speech Language Pathologist

ORANGE GROVE CENTER INC • Chattanooga, TN

27d • Onsite

About The Position

The Speech-Language Pathologist provides assessment, treatment, and ongoing support to school-age children and/or adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities. The role develops and implements individualized speech, communication, and swallowing-related plans while collaborating with interdisciplinary teams to promote safety, independence, and quality of life. The SLP also provides competency-based training, education, and consultation to caregivers, direct support professionals, and management staff so individualized support plans are implemented consistently across service settings.

The position is full-time at Orange Grove Center headquarters in Chattanooga, Tennessee, with a morning shift. The role includes a 90-day evaluation period and required Orange Grove Center training and orientation.

Requirements

• Master’s degree in Speech Language Pathology.
• Certificate of Clinical Competence in Speech Language Pathology.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience.
• Current, appropriate state licensure as a Speech-Language Pathologist.
• Ability to assess communication and swallowing-related needs and develop individualized treatment and support plans.
• Strong verbal, written, interpersonal, and organizational skills.
• Ability to provide training and communicate clinical information clearly to people with varying educational backgrounds and literacy levels.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively as part of an interdisciplinary team.
• Commitment to person-centered care, professional integrity, and supporting individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
• Complete all Orange Grove Center required training and orientation.

Nice To Haves

• Previous experience in the developmental disabilities field of service.

Responsibilities

• Conduct speech and communication assessments and develop, implement, and monitor dysphagia and mealtime guidelines, communication profiles, and assistive technology plans.
• Participate in interdisciplinary team meetings, share evaluation and treatment findings, and provide recommendations that support individuals’ needs and goals.
• Coordinate care with families, schools, medical professionals, residential and day program staff, and other providers; accompany individuals to community-based providers when needed.
• Train caregivers and staff on communication strategies, mealtime plans, swallowing precautions, and assistive technology devices.
• Provide ongoing guidance, education, and support to help staff implement individualized plans effectively and consistently.
• Complete and maintain timely, accurate clinical records and documentation in accordance with organizational requirements and applicable service-provider guidelines.
• Maintain required state licensure and comply with applicable clinical standards, regulations, and payer requirements.
• Work independently and collaboratively, communicating effectively with individuals and staff from diverse educational and literacy backgrounds.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level