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Jordan Valley Community Health Center · 1 week ago

Part-Time Speech Therapist-Pediatrics

Springfield, Missouri

Full-time, Part-time

Onsite

Entry, Mid Level

1+ years exp

Jordan Valley Community Health Center (JVCHC) is a mission-driven organization dedicated to improving the health of individuals and families in underserved communities. They are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Pediatric Speech Therapist to assess, diagnose, and treat children with speech, language, and communication disorders.

Health CareHospital

Responsibilities

Conduct comprehensive evaluations of speech, language, and communication skills

Utilize standardized assessments, observations, and parent/teacher input to identify specific challenges

Develop and implement individualized treatment plans tailored to each child’s specific needs

Provide therapy for speech delays, articulation issues, language disorders, stuttering, voice disorders, and other communication challenges

Utilize evidence-based techniques and creative approaches to engage children during therapy sessions

Collaborate with families, caregivers, and teachers to provide education, resources, and support for carryover of skills in home and school environments

Maintain accurate and timely documentation of evaluations, treatment sessions, and progress reports

Participate in interdisciplinary meetings and consultations to coordinate care with other healthcare providers and specialists

Stay up to date on research and advancements in speech-language pathology and pediatric therapy techniques

Qualification

Master's in Speech-Language PathologyState license for Speech TherapyCertificate of Clinical CompetencePediatric patient experienceCommunication skillsInterpersonal skillsTeamwork abilityIndependent work ability