Speech and Language Pathologist Assistant Job at The ARC of South Florida, Florida, FL

  • The ARC of South Florida
  • Florida, FL

Job Description

Speech and Language Pathologist Assistant

The Arc of South Florida provides educational and therapeutic services in center-based settings to children with developmental delays and disabilities. We are currently seeking a dynamic Speech and Language Pathologist Assistant (SLPA) to join our team of highly skilled therapists. We are a diverse, multidisciplinary team treating a pediatric population from birth through 18 years old. If you are looking for an opportunity for personal and professional growth, an engaging work environment, and the chance to make a difference in the lives of children and families, we would be delighted to hear from you!

Additional Details
  • Warm, collaborative team atmosphere
  • Competitive compensation
  • Contract position
  • Flexible schedule
  • Main hours needed to be covered are from 9:00 am to 2:00 pm. However, the location is open from 7:30 am to 6:00 pm if you are seeking to expand your schedule.
Skills
  • Previous experience as a pediatric SLPA preferred
  • Excellent knowledge of principles and practices of speech and language therapy
  • Experience using electronic records management preferred
  • Ability to work constructively with children with different types of personalities and diagnoses in order to facilitate each child's highest level of functioning in the natural environment
  • Ability to collaborate with other disciplines on best practices to improve progress for patient/child.
  • Takes initiative to remain current in clinical practice and demonstrates drive to continually learn and grow in the profession
  • Maintains professional demeanor and is responsible for quality care in interactions with patients and family members
  • Excellent interpersonal communication skills (English and Spanish preferred)
Qualifications/Requirements
  • Valid State of Florida (DOH) license
  • Must be willing to enroll as an Early Steps provider, if required.
  • Carry professional liability insurance of $1M-$3M and obtain a COI (coverage of insurance) and include The Arc of South Florida. If enrolled as an Early Steps provider, candidates must add Easter Seals as an additional insured on their policy.

The Arc of South Florida is a nationally affiliated agency that provides advocacy, programs, and services for persons with disabilities. The agency was formed in 1958 and the children's division was added in 1978. Today, children are served in programs at 3 locations: Florida City, Kendall, and Miami Gardens. The Arc offers a variety of children's programs, including the B-2 (birth to two years old) Early Intervention program, Voluntary Pre-Kindergarten, ELC School Readiness, Unique Abilities, and after-school and summer camp programming funded by The Children's Trust. The Arc operates year-round and provides both education and therapy, including speech-language, occupational, and physical therapy services, and is recognized as a community leader in providing services for children with developmental differences and disabilities and has community partnerships with many respected entities.

The Arc of South Florida, Inc. provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. * ADA & ADAAA Compliant

Job Tags

Contract work, Summer work, Local area, Flexible hours

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