Director of Speech-Language Pathology (SLP) Services

Peak Behavioral Health

$90K — $105K *
Healthcare
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Master's degree in Speech-Language Pathology with relevant internship
  • Active Oklahoma State License
  • 2+ years of experience with children and families
  • Familiarity with augmentative and alternative communication
  • Experience with autism and intellectual disabilities
  • Training in feeding/oral and motor/swallowing issues
  • Competency in using technology and EMR systems

Responsibilities

  • Evaluate and treat various speech and language disorders
  • Lead and supervise a team of SLPs and SLPAs
  • Develop comprehensive treatment plans for clients
  • Participate in multidisciplinary evaluations
  • Diagnose and address feeding and swallowing disorders
  • Educate families to facilitate skill transfer
  • Maintain accurate records and ensure confidentiality

Benefits

  • Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance with 50% employer contribution
  • Short-Term Disability fully covered by employer
  • 401k plan with company match
  • Accrued Paid Time Off up to 3 weeks annually
  • Paid Continuing Education up to $1000 yearly
  • Paid Licensure Fees
  • Company-provided laptop or tablet
  • Reimbursed expenses for SLP supplies
Full Job Description
Job Description

Essential Functions
  • Evaluate and treat a wide-range of speech and language disorders.
  • Lead a team of SLP and SLPA providers across locations - mentoring, managing and conducting supervision to ensure quality service delivery.
  • Create comprehensive treatment plans.
  • Serve as a team member for multidisciplinary evaluations.
  • Diagnose and treat disorders related to feeding/oral and motor/swallowing issues.
  • Provide family education and training to assist in transfer of skills.
  • Work in an outpatient, private-practice setting within clinic, home and community environments.
  • Maintain timely and accurate client records and treatment notes.
  • Maintain confidentiality of patient records in accordance with HIPAA and State and Federal Regulations.


Required Education and Experience
  • Possess a degree that includes an internship from an accredited Master's program in Speech-Language Pathology, or as required by applicable law and/or regulation
  • Oklahoma State License in good standing
  • 2+ years' experience working with children and families
  • Experience working with augmentative and alternative communication
  • Prior experience working with children with autism or other intellectual disabilities
  • Training and experience in areas of: feeding/oral and motor/swallowing
  • Meets education and experience requirements for a Certificate of Clinical Competence in SLP, granted by ASHA.
  • Must be familiar with PECS, AAC, ASL
  • Excellent communication skills with other providers and families
  • Must have great problem-solving skills
  • Proficient in using technology
  • Experience with Microsoft Word, Office, Google Drive and EMR systems required
  • Passionate about helping children and their families


Reporting

The Speech-Language Pathologist reports to the CEO/Owner.

Competencies
  • Collaboration Skills
  • Communication Proficiency
  • Professional Writing Skills
  • Working Knowledge of Diagnosis and Treatment Options Within the Field
  • Customer/Service Recipient Focus
  • Ethical Conduct
  • Flexibility
  • Personal Effectiveness/Credibility
  • Problem Solving/Analysis
  • Teamwork Orientation
  • Thoroughness/Attention to Detail
  • Time Management
  • Willingness to accept feedback and make necessary changes
  • Commitment to personal growth through continuing education


Classification and Compensation

The Director of SLP Services is a salaried, exempt position. Payroll is processed bi-weekly, constituting 26 annual pay periods.

Benefits:
  • Annual Salary: Base salary of $90,000, with total annual earning potential of up to $105,000 based on performance incentives.
  • Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance (Peak BH will pay for 50% of these insurance premiums for the employee). Dependents can be added as needed, but the employee is responsible for 100% of those costs.
  • Short-Term Disability (100% paid by Peak)
  • 401k with company match
  • Paid Time Off (accrue up to 3 weeks annually; additional accruals following 3 years of full-time employment)
  • Paid Holidays, as outlined in Peak's Policy Manual
  • Paid Continuing Education (Up to $1000 annually)
  • Paid Licensure Fees
  • Company laptop/tablet
  • Paid Expenses (supplies as needed for SLP department)

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