Speech And Language Pathologist - Per Diem

Want to make a difference in the lives of children with special needs?

Patterns Behavioral Services have a need for a per-diem Pediatric Speech and Language Pathologist Consultant at our Orange County clinics - Brea and Garden Grove.

We are looking for a Speech Pathologist to join our team and provide quality care for our patients. Speech Pathologist responsibilities include performing screenings, assessing patient conditions, and designing a treatment plan to help patients develop necessary speech skills. Ultimately, you will work directly with patients to understand their needs and help develop treatment plans to provide excellent patient care. At Patterns, we are committed to providing high-quality intervention to families by competent, professional, and compassionate staff. Our company aims to serve each family and client exceedingly well as we help them achieve socially significant change. Patterns provide services to clients and families throughout Orange County. www.patternsbehavior.com

About Patterns:
We build a nationwide community of compassionate individuals for one purpose; to serve others selflessly. Children and adults with behavioral needs deserve empathetic and functional ABA support from dedicated professionals. Patterns is a center-based, in-home, and school provider of behavioral services to families with children diagnosed with ASD and other developmental disabilities. We are currently expanding our services and are looking for career-minded, experienced professionals to join our team. At Patterns, you will find a professional, ethical, structured, respectful, caring, and fun work environment where you can reach your career goals! Together we are Patterns, a team like no other.

We aim to be different. Service and Integrity of our clients is our utmost concern and priority. We maintain a culture of relentless optimism as we do what we've been called to do.

Responsibilities

• Educate patients and family members about speech disorders and causes, including disabilities and traumatic events
• Keep detailed records relating to patient conditions, care plans, therapies, and progress
• Report progress and current status to appropriate parties, which may include family members, teachers, or medical professionals
• Attend individualized education program (IEP) meetings for students
• Consult with teachers, parents, or medical providers as necessary
• Provide rehab assistance to help patients meet their goals

Requirements

• Proven work experience as a Speech Pathologist or similar role
• Experience with certain conditions or working with specific age groups may be preferred
• Strong understanding of speech-related conditions, causes and treatments
• Excellent coaching, verbal and written communication skills
• Proficiency with computers, especially patient and healthcare databases
• Attentive and caring with the ability to develop individualized education plans (IEPs)
• Relevant training and/or certifications as a Speech Pathologist

Job Types: Part-time, Contract, Per diem

Pay: $55.00 - $75.00 per hour

Work Location: On the road