[Hiring] Speech Language Pathologist @Sherwood Community Services

Role Description

The Pediatric Speech-Language Pathologist provides speech, language, and communication therapy services to infants and toddlers from birth to three years of age and their families. Services are delivered using a family-centered, parent-coaching model that supports caregivers in incorporating therapeutic strategies into everyday routines and activities.

• Services are primarily provided in natural environments, including the family home, community settings, and virtually when appropriate.
• The Speech-Language Pathologist works collaboratively with families, caregivers, and a multidisciplinary team to support each child’s communication development, participation, and overall functioning.
• The SLP serves as an active member of a collaborative and supportive team, contributing professional expertise, participating in team discussions and planning, and coordinating services to promote positive outcomes for children and families.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Speech-Language Pathology from an accredited program.
• Current Washington State Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP) license in good standing.
• ASHA certification (CCC-SLP) or eligibility for certification.
• Pediatric or early intervention experience preferred.
• Experience working with infants, toddlers, and children with developmental delays or disabilities preferred.
• Strong communication, organization, and documentation skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• Commitment to family-centered, strengths-based, and culturally responsive services.

Requirements

• Provide speech-language therapy services to infants and toddlers, primarily birth to three years of age, using a family-centered parent-coaching model.
• Provide services in natural environments, including family homes, childcare settings, community locations, and virtually when appropriate.
• Complete speech-language assessments and evaluations for eligibility, six-month reviews/re-evaluations, and annual evaluations.
• Prepare clear, timely assessment reports and communicate evaluation results and recommendations to families, caregivers, and the multidisciplinary team.
• Develop and support IFSP outcomes in collaboration with families and other team members.
• Provide 50–55-minute therapy sessions through direct intervention, caregiver education, and parent coaching.
• Complete timely clinical documentation, including SOAP notes, within required deadlines.
• Maintain an organized caseload and schedule visits in accordance with IFSP frequency and service requirements.
• Collaborate with Family Resource Coordinators (FRCs), therapists, service providers, medical professionals, educators, and other community partners as appropriate.
• Participate actively in team meetings, case consultations, trainings, and other agency activities.
• Maintain compliance with Washington State requirements, Early Supports policies, professional standards, and Sherwood Community Services policies and procedures.
• Maintain current knowledge of evidence-based practices related to pediatric speech, language, and communication development.
• Communicate effectively with supervisors, team members, families, and agency partners and respond to work-related communications within established timelines.

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