Pediatric Speech Language Pathologist - PIT
GENERAL DESCRIPTION OF POSITION
This position is responsible for providing direct therapeutic services to children for acquisition and mastery of functional skills in order to reduce or overcome limitations resulting from disabilities or developmental delays. This position evaluates, assesses, develops, and carries out treatment plans, documents progress and required processes, educates families and community partners and collaborates with physicians and other care providers. Services are clinic-based in both individual and group settings. This position is a member of the Preschool Inclusion Team.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
This position requires face to face interactions with staff, board, vendors, and the general public on a daily basis to accomplish all essential functions of the position.
- EVALUATIONS & PLAN OF CARE: Evaluates; scores standardized test to determine appropriate therapy plan. Evaluation must establish a client with a disability and/or developmental delay meets the medical necessity criteria for ongoing therapeutic services. Appropriately shares results with parent /caregiver. Develops an appropriate Plan of Care based on evaluation/assessment results, ensuring goals focus on improving, adapting, restoring, or maintaining functions impaired by illness, injury, loss, congenital abnormality, developmental delay, or chronic conditions. Treatment plans or Plans of Care (POC) must include interventions and short- and long-term goals and measurable outcomes. Upon initiation of therapy and throughout the Plan of Care, therapist must provide education and training of the client’s caregivers by developing and instructing them in a home treatment program to promote effective carryover of the therapy program and management of safety issues. Documents all services within the required timelines and in compliance with documentation standards set by the agency, Medicaid and private insurance rules and regulations. Submits all evaluation documentation including evaluation tool to the appropriate personnel in accordance with program deadlines. Complete weekly reporting in Objective Management System (OMS).
- INDIVIDUALIZED THERAPY: Provides individualized, direct therapy services to children with disabilities or developmental delays, strictly adhering to the established Plan of Care. Conducts focused therapy sessions in individual settings to maximize client progress. Ensures the completion of all authorized therapy visits or units within the authorization timeframe, proactively managing scheduling and providing necessary make-up sessions for missed appointments. Equips families and caregivers with effective strategies to empower them to enhance the child's community participation. Maintains comprehensive, accurate, and timely documentation of all services rendered, ensuring full compliance with agency policies, Medicaid guidelines, and private insurance standards and regulations.
- PRESCHOOL INCLUSION COLLABORATION: Plays a key role in fostering inclusive preschool environments by collaborating throughout the MTSS-driven enrollment process. Develops and maintains essential Preschool Inclusion Plans (PIPs) and Classroom Inclusion Plans (CIPs) in strong partnership with the Preschool Inclusion Team, teachers, and leadership. Empowers preschool teachers to effectively address individual student needs through support in curriculum adaptation. Enhances individualized learning by providing coaching and modeling in the use of adaptive materials. Actively engages in staff meetings, relevant professional development, and family meetings. Contributes expertise to the development of professional development content for Brighton Staff and presentations focused on inclusion for Inclusion Conferences.
OTHER FUNCTIONS
- Participates in monthly team meetings, discipline, agency, and staffing meetings to ensure family and child outcomes are met and required information is secured. (3%)
- Other duties to support the delivery and quality of services that are provided to Brighton families. (2%)
QUALIFICATIONS
- Required: Degreed and current Texas Licensure in speech language pathology. Proficiency in Microsoft Office including Word, Excel, Outlook, and Access as well as Adobe. Preferred: Prior experience in ECI, Special Education, Early Childhood Education, or a family-centered service organization. Bilingual in Spanish.
NECESSARY SKILLS
- Ability to demonstrate, understanding and apply our Core Values which are at the heart of our organization and are embedded in all roles.
- High quality of work, organization and planning skills, problem solving and decision-making skills, self- improvement and initiative, adaptability and flexibility, excellent communication skills (written and verbal), ability to work well with others and independently.
- Comprehensive knowledge of typical and atypical development in children from birth through adolescence
- Comprehensive knowledge of conditions that relate to the provision of pediatric services
- Comprehensive knowledge of and understanding of team and family dynamics.
- Ability to contribute as a leader and facilitator on teams which include parents, caregivers, and other professional staff.
- Ability to comprehend and adhere to family-centered, activity-based pediatric practices.
- Ability to work sensitively with families from a variety of cultural orientations.
- Ability to learn, interpret, and apply rules and regulations.
- Ability to maintain data quality/integrity.
- Ability to communicate effectively (written and verbal) with families, staff, and community members.
- Ability to professionally represent the agency and provide overview of all agency services to clients in an effective and persuasive manner.
- Ability to work with others in a multi-disciplinary setting in a supportive, professional, and collaborative manner.
- Ability to maintain a good working relationship with all co-workers and the general public and to use good judgment in recognizing scope of authority.
- Fosters teamwork and proactively addresses conflict seeking timely resolution.
- Demonstrates behavior that is professional, ethical, and responsible.
- Ability to align with Brighton Center Core Values.
- Ability to perform under minimal supervision with considerable requirements for initiative, discretion, independent thought, judgment, and self-motivation in matters of significance to families as well as the agency.
- Ability to make effective presentations on behalf of the organization both internally and externally.
MENTAL & PHYSICAL DEMANDS
- Ability to maintain emotional control under stress and empathize with staff, supervisors, and families we serve.
- Ability to effectively prioritize tasks and calendar according to impending deadlines.
- Ability to use critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to ensure personal accountability.
- Ability to compute and compile reports and perform calculations.
- Ability to use reasoning and analytical skills.
- Ability to meet the physical demand of working with young children, such as bending, climbing, crawling, grasping kneeling, reaching, squatting, standing, stooping, twisting, and sitting on the floor.
- Ability to lift and/or move up to 40 lbs.
- Ability to work flexible hours.
- Ability to drive personal vehicle and have/maintain personal auto liability insurance.
- Ability to stand for extended periods.
- Ability to remain seated for extended periods of time.
- Ability to monitor a computer screen for extended periods of time.
- Some weekend hours may be required for outreach purposes.
TOP COMPETENCIES
- Interpersonal Skills
- Written Communications / Presentation Skills
- Customer Focus
- Decision Quality and Problem Solving
- Managing and Measuring Work
The preceding job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and essential duties and responsibilities of work performed by employees within this classification. It may not contain a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees to do this job. It is not an employment contract. Our organization reserves the right to modify job duties or job descriptions at any time.
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PERFORMANCE INDICATORS (PI)
Performance indicators, often referred to as key performance indicators (KPIs), are measurable values that demonstrate how effectively an individual, team, department, or organization is achieving its objectives and goals. These indicators provide quantifiable measures that reflect how effectively an employee is performing their duties and contributing to the overall goals and objectives of the organization. In a performance review, performance indicators serve as benchmarks against which an employee's performance is assessed. These indicators may vary depending on the nature of the job role and the goals of the organization.
Performance indicators should be specific, measurable, achievable, relevant, and time-bound (SMART) to ensure clarity and objectivity in the review process. By tracking and assessing these indicators, organizations can gain insights into employee performance, identify areas for improvement, and make informed decisions about compensation, promotions, and career development opportunities.
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Ensure services are being provided as stated on the POC. OT will provide a minimum of the daily impact rate (DIR) on all days worked. This includes direct service of treatment. Expectation will be measured on the Average Visits per Day Summary report. Expectation: 6.6-7 Daily Impact Rate |
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| Parent Satisfaction |
Ensure that services and effective coaching is provided to families. This performance indicator will be reported from the “Satisfaction Survey”. The survey will be sent to parents on a semester basis. Expectation score of 3-4.74. |
25% |
| Timely Documentation |
Ensure that all paperwork deadlines are met so services can be billed in a timely manner. Daily notes are due by the following business day by 11:59 pm. All evaluation notes must be submitted by five business days of evaluation completion. Expectation will be measured on the Paperwork % Report pulled out of My Evolv. Expectation: 90-100% |
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| Inclusion Service |
Ensure classroom time is provided as outlined on the grid. Additionally, docuement any and all modeling, coaching or small group activity hosted during classroom time within MyEvolv, documentation is due by the following business day by 11:59 PM. This will be measured in myEvolv, delivery report. Expectation: 80-100% assigned classroom time is being met. |
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I have received and understand the performance indicators outlined for my performance review. I understand that these are only indicators of my performance for the purpose of my semester reviews and are not fully inclusive of all the responsibilities of my position. I understand that I am responsible and will be held accountable to performing all of the duties of my position as indicated on my position job description. I understand that these performance indicators serve as benchmarks for assessing my job performance and contributions to the organization. I acknowledge that my performance will be evaluated based on these indicators and that my ongoing development and success within the organization depend on my ability to demonstrate proficiency in these areas.
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