Speech Language Pathologist

Company: Opya
Location: San Mateo
Posted on: February 19, 2021

Job Description:

Join our team of Speech-Language Pathologists at Opya! You'll be part of our team of pioneering and passionate multidisciplinary clinicians comprised of Speech Language Pathologists, Occupational Therapists, Feeding Therapists and Behavior Therapists who provide services for children aged 12 months through young adulthood.

Joining our team is an excellent opportunity for new graduates! You will join a dynamic and experienced speech team, have the opportunity to co-treat and collaborate with other therapeutic disciplines and learn to provide creative, functional evidence-based care. Speech therapists attend weekly meetings to allow for ongoing collaboration and education. The Director of Speech is regularly available to sit in on sessions (currently via zoom and later in the clinic) and meet virtually as needed to provide education and support. For Clinical Fellows, an experienced CF supervisor is also available. All therapists have the opportunity to contribute and use Opya's cutting-edge technology tools focused on assisting parents and clinicians to provide high quality services through better communication and coordination of care. Populations served include those with: Autism Spectrum Disorder, early intervention needs, speech sound disorders, language delays, AAC use, feeding difficulties, and fluency.

At this time all therapy is being provided via telehealth. When in-clinic services resume, the therapist will provide therapy in our clinic located in San Mateo. We are currently looking for hourly or part time (over 20 hours a week) with potential to grow to a full time. Benefits are available for part time employees.

Duties And Responsibilities

• Conduct developmentally appropriate and comprehensive assessments of Speech, Language, and Social Communication
• Design and implement individualized treatment plans for children diagnosed with ASD, and other developmental disorders
• Implement 1:1 and group interventions in the clinic and home settings
• Provide client and family-centered treatment plans to address individual needs for skill acquisition
• Produce progress reports and treatment plans in accordance with timelines of regulatory agencies and funding sources
• Provide parent education and training to support and generalize treatment goals
• Collect and analyze session data, adjust treatment goals as required, to ensure appropriate client progress is being made.
• Maintain accurate documentation of sessions that meet the requirements of Opya Say & Do as well as regulatory agencies and funding sources in accordance with HIPAA.
• Communicate clearly, respectfully, and openly with all team members, associated providers, clients, and their families.
• Use the company's scheduling and billing system to ensure timely billing practices
• Use of the company's technology to assist in coordination of care and communication with team members.
• Attend parent, staff and team meetings and training as requested
• Other duties and/or projects as assigned
  
  Qualifications
  
  • Familiarity with approaches used with ASD and other developmental disabilities
  • Early intervention experience and/or experience with Autism preferred
  • Must be positive, energetic and creative
  • Timely, reliable, and committed
  • Effective written and verbal communication
  • Ability to work both independently and collaboratively with an interdisciplinary team
  • Basic computer skills and proficiency in Google Docs
    
    Requirements
    
    • Current or in process of obtaining California SLP license (RPE)
    • Master's degree and/or Doctorate in Communicative Disorders/Speech and Hearing Science
    • US Citizen or Green Cardholder
    • DOJ/FBI clearance
    • Valid California Driver's license
    • Reliable transportation and valid Automobile Insurance
    • Negative TB test
    • Current vaccines
      
      Compensation & Benefits
      
      • Industry-leading salaries
      • Company-sponsored Medical Insurance
      • Free Dental Insurance
      • Free Vision Insurance
      • Free Life Insurance
      • Access to
        
        • 401K
        • Free Pet Wellness Program
        • Pet Insurance discounts
        • Student loan refinancing at preferential rates with bonus cash back
        • SmartSpend -gym discounts, travel discounts & more
        • Headspace app for mindfulness, meditation and wellness
        • Free UrbanSitter subscription for your childcare needs
        • CA State License Fees

Keywords: Opya, San Mateo , Speech Language Pathologist, Healthcare , San Mateo, California