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Location

Hilo, Hawaii

Salary

$40 - $43 / HOUR

Quick overview

The Speech Language Pathologist provides evidence-based coaching and support to families of children birth to age three using a Primary Service Provider model. Responsibilities include conducting assessments, participating in multidisciplinary team meetings, and maintaining billable productivity targets while ensuring high-quality care.

Requirements summary

Candidates must hold a Master's degree in Speech-Language Pathology and a current State of Hawaii license. A Certificate of Clinical Competency from ASHA is required, along with the ability to travel to multiple work sites and client homes.

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Job description

  • Interested in putting your talents to work reimagining the way the world experiences healthcare?
  • Look no further, the Speech Language Pathologist is a key member of our team, who provides support to families using a Primary Service Provider model and evidence-based coaching techniques, ensuring an efficient, thorough, and compassionate experience.
  • Besides being a people person, hyper-organized, and wanting to go the extra mile, successful multi-tasking is also part of the magic for this role, as you will utilize your agility and effectiveness in connecting with our staff and the families we serve.
  • The ideal candidate will focus on excellence, be highly collaborative, voraciously curious, innovative by nature, and passionate about transforming healthcare.
  • Joining our team also means that you want to be part of a culture that celebrates diversity, demands inclusion, and wants you to be authentically you.
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  • ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS Adheres to Department of Health-Early Intervention Section (DOH-EIS), CARF and ESH guidelines.
  • Participates in the planning and implementation of a comprehensive and developmentally appropriate program for children birth to age three with developmental delays or biological risk factors for developing delays and their families.
  • Participates as an evaluator and member of a multidisciplinary team that determines eligibility for Early Intervention (EI) services.
  • Supports the child and family through the evaluation process.
  • Administers, interprets, and shares results from speech-language pathology assessments.
  • Participates in the development of the Individualized Family Support Plan (IFSP) with the family and other team members.
  • As part of an IFSP team, helps families develop outcomes that are functional and based on children’s and families’ needs and family-identified priorities.
  • Meets or exceeds Early Intervention Program operating targets of 70% billable productivity, while effectively utilizing concurrent documentation practices during client sessions.
  • Provides Care Coordination services, if selected by the family.
  • Pre-plans and debriefs with teammates in order to effectively coach families through routine-based activities which incorporate communication skills, motor skills (gross/fine), adaptive skills, cognitive skills, and social emotional/personal social skills, utilizing a Primary Service Provider model.
  • Provides consultative services to parents and other team members, interprets, and applies speech-language pathology techniques, and ensures proper follow through and competence with techniques using a coaching approach.
  • Provides ongoing monitoring of the child and family’s needs, concerns, and strengths and assist with linking the child and family to appropriate resources.
  • Establishes and maintains cooperative and collaborative relationships with families and community agencies, public and private.
  • Maintains billable hours as outlined by the DOH-EIS and keeps participant records in accordance to Federal, State, and ESH requirements.
  • Attends and participates in staff and team meetings.
  • Provides services within natural environments (e.g., home, day care and community).
  • Participates and assists with the transition planning for children exiting the program.
  • Assists in maintaining a clean, hygienic, safe, and “childproof” environment.
  • Reports any safety concerns to the Program Manager.
  • Participates in and/or coordinates ESH events (such as program activities, community fairs, fundraising, etc.), as requested.
  • Must report in person to assigned office location a minimum of 3 days per week, up to 5 days per week, dependent on program needs as directed by management team.
  • Must report in person to assigned office location within 24 hours as directed by EIS.
  • Other duties as assigned.
  • QUALIFICATIONS Minimum Education, Experience & Training Equivalent to: Master’s degree (M.A.) in Speech-Language Pathology from accredited college or university program.
  • Current State of Hawaii license in Speech-Language Pathology.
  • Current Certificate of Clinical Competency from ASHA.
  • One year (1) minimum experience in providing speech-language pathology services is highly preferred.
  • Experience working with children with developmental delays or biological risk factors for developing delays in the field of early intervention is highly preferred.
  • Knowledge & Skills: Significant knowledge with developmental disabilities, familiarity with ADA and Individuals with Disabilities Educational Act (IDEA) guidelines, and inclusion.
  • The ability, understanding and compatibility to interact with families, professionals, and paraprofessionals within a Primary Service Provider model of service delivery, using an approach that involves giving and receiving peer coaching.
  • Understanding of and respect for children with developmental delays or biological risk factors for developing delays and their families.
  • Ability to be attentive to input from families regarding their child’s preferences by utilizing a strength-based approach with culturally competent practices.
  • Positive public relations attitude and approach when interacting with those we serve and the general public.
  • Organizational ability to work independently and take initiative to complete assignments.
  • Work comfortably with individuals at all levels of the organization.
  • Operating knowledge of a computer, applications and software, standard office equipment and Microsoft (Outlook, Word, and Excel).
  • Work calmly with behavioral and health related incidents.
  • Alertness to respond to audio and visual cues from participants and their families, other staff members and the environment.
  • Handle multiple tasks, adhere to timelines, and process urgent projects while maintaining an attention to detail.
  • Respond appropriately and immediately to emergencies as defined by ESH Emergency Procedure Guide/Safety Manual.
  • Physical Requirements: Frequent bending, reaching, squatting, kneeling, twisting in order to observe, assess and interact with clients.
  • Stand or sit for extended periods of time, stand for up to 6-8 hours a day.
  • Occasional lifting, carrying, and loading/unloading toys and materials up to and including 50 lbs.
  • Visual and auditory ability to work with clients, staff and others in the workplace continuously.
  • Frequent speaking and listening (50%) to clients, staff, and other professionals in meetings and on the phone.
  • Occasional driving (to and from office and client homes).
  • Effectively utilize computer, iPhone and/or landline.
  • Frequent proofreading and checking documents for accuracy.
  • Frequent exposure to disability disorders in clients; occasional emergency situation; occasional exposure to trauma; constant client contact and decision-making; constant concentration required when working with clients.
  • Occasional work inside client homes; occasional work in outdoor settings.
  • Physically implement behavior management strategies including responding to physically aggressive behavior.
  • CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT Must obtain and maintain criminal record clearance through the Department of Justice (DOJ).
  • The HR Department must analyze DOJ/FBI live scan reports in accordance with applicable Federal, State, and Local laws, as well as fitness for the position.
  • Travel to multiple work sites and client homes; must have access to a reliable personal vehicle.
  • Valid driver’s license with an insurable driving record Proof of current vehicle registration and safety check.
  • Must pass health screenings, obtain vaccinations, and clear annual TB testing based on company policies.
  • Must obtain and maintain clearance through the Office of Inspector General.
  • Must obtain and maintain First Aid and CPR Certification.
  • Must attend all required training.
  • Time Type: Part time Compensation: $40-43/Hour - Depending on Experience The statements contained in this job description reflect general details as necessary to describe the principal functions of this job.
  • It should not be considered an all-inclusive listing of work requirements.
  • Individuals may perform other duties as assigned, including work in other functional areas as deemed fit for the organization.
  • Easterseals Hawaii is an equal opportunity employer. 🌐 Visit Our Career Site 💡 Review Our Benefits 🌟 Join Our Community 📰 Check Out The Latest News 🤝 Learn About Our Culture Make a difference in your community — Join Easterseals Hawaii For over 75 years, Easterseals Hawaii has been serving children, youth and adults with disabilities within the community.
  • In addition, Easterseals Hawaii is part of a family of companies — a strategic collection of non-profit organizations with deep expertise and a passion to disrupt and transform home and community-based care.
  • When you join our family of companies — Easterseals Hawaii, Catalight and Easterseals Northern California — you will be part of a social enterprise committed to creating greater equity for people with developmental disabilities and building more inclusive communities.
  • Together we have nearly 700 employees in Hawaii, Northern California and across the U.S.
  • We provide a comprehensive compensation package and offer benefits that go beyond medical coverage and paid time off to include individual development programs such as tuition reimbursement.
  • Learn More Our entire team—from patient-facing practitioners to our business and support staff—strives to ensure individuals and families impacted by disabilities receive high-quality services.
  • Learn More Throughout Hawaii, from the beautiful beaches of Kauai to the world-class city of Honolulu, Easterseals Hawaii has the perfect location for you.
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  • Join a team that works together to ensure individuals and families impacted by disabilities achieve their personal goals and gain greater independence.
  • We invest in our employees with benefits that go beyond medical coverage and paid time off to include individual development programs, great team support and opportunities for career advancement.
  • About Easterseals Hawaii Easterseals Hawaii is the statewide leader serving people with disabilities or special needs.
  • We are dedicated to building communities of Aloha where everyone has equal opportunities.
  • Our greatest strength comes from people in our communities and the relationships between therapists and participants, teachers and preschoolers, staff and parents and volunteers and staff.
  • Together, we help children and adults with disabilities gain greater independence and choose their own paths.

Benefits

  • Paid time off
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Medical coverage
  • Individual development programs