Speech Language Pathologist

Speech Language Pathologist

Felton ECE Programs 

Agency Overview 

Founded in 1889, Felton Institute (formerly Family Service Agency of San Francisco) is the oldest nonsectarian, nonprofit charitable social-services provider in the City and County of San Francisco. Our mission is to strengthen families by providing caring, effective, and innovative social services, with special emphasis on the needs of low-income families, children, and the elderly and disabled people, thus improving the quality of life for all San Franciscans. 

Program Description 

The Family Developmental Center (FDC) is a licensed child development program which has been operated by the Family Service Agency of San Francisco since 1971. Located in the Mission  District at 2730 Bryant Street, the program offers a developmental childcare and school-readiness program for infants, toddlers and preschoolers (2 weeks to 5 years old). This multicultural, developmental and educational childcare program provides a nurturing, developmentally challenging, and inclusive environment for very young children of low income,  at-risk families. We place an emphasis on the provision of culturally sensitive services to children and families. This is reflected in a multi-lingual, culturally competent approach to the  services as well as a variety of activities that reflect the diverse community of children and parents that are served. We are committed to inclusive, positive environments that build on children’s positive self-esteem and self-image. 

FDC offers a mainstreaming model for medically fragile and developmentally delayed infants,  toddlers, and preschoolers. Blending clinical and educational components for the children and  their families, the program provides assessment, Individual Educational Plans, and a play-based curriculum which focuses on child initiated and teacher facilitated activities. Additionally, we offer family support, parent education, speech and language therapy, coordinate for occupational and physical therapy, Mental Health services for children and families, and an on-site Nurse monitors children’s health. All of FDC’s teaching staff hold early Childhood Education credentials. 

This position will be headquartered at FDC but can see children at any of Felton’s ECE sites (with travel reimbursed to the other ECE Sites)  

Brief Job Description 

The Speech Language Pathologist is a member of Felton’s interdisciplinary Early Intervention and Inclusion Team. Under the direct supervision of the Early Intervention and Inclusion Director , the Speech  

Language Pathologist is responsible for supporting the speech, language, and communication needs of children  enrolled in Felton Early Care and Education (ECE) Programs aged 0 to 6 years old. This population includes infants and toddlers referred by Golden Gate Regional Center for speech therapy through an Individualized Family Service Plan. It also includes preschool-aged children who qualify for speech therapy through an Individualized Education Plan and can receive the direct service at their childcare site through a contract between Felton and the San Francisco Unified School District.  

Position Specific Responsibilities 

• Screen, evaluate and treat children with communication disorders ages birth to 6 years old
• Measure and document progress through session notes, evaluation reports, treatment plans, and progress reports
• Develop and implement treatment plans for children with communication delays and disorders and disseminate information to other team members including parents/guardians, teachers, other therapists and staff 
• Provide individual and group speech therapy to children with communication delays and disorders through push-in and pull-out models as outlined on their Individualized Family Service Plan or Individualized Education Plan
• Interface (Communicate and collaborate with other members of the child’s team, including parents, caregivers, teaching staff, service coordinators, and external providers) Educate families, caregivers and staff about communication delays, disorders, and relevant diagnoses, providing counseling through potential discussions of topics such as disability or traumatic events or experiences.
• Work closely with classroom teachers through consultation, coaching, modeling, and reflective discussion
• In collaboration with the Early Intervention and Inclusion Supervisor, conduct training and education for parents, caregivers, and ECE staff 
• Collaborate with Early Interventionists on treatment plans and strategies regarding shared clients. 
• Support in the implementation of the Felton Early Autism Program (FEAP)
• Maintain appropriate records and documentation of clinical activity
• Attend meetings related to individual children with family, providers, staff and SFUSD and GGRC team members  
• Perform other job-related duties as assigned 

Minimum Qualifications 

• Master’s degree in Speech Language Pathology or Communication Disorders
• Minimum one year of experience working (or interning) with the early childhood population
• Experience working with children with autism spectrum disorder (preferred), Down syndrome, and other developmental disabilities 
• Licensed to practice Speech Language pathology in the State of California
• Certificate of Clinical Competence from the American Speech—Language-Hearing Association (ASHA)  
• Clear understanding of typical and atypical early childhood development
• Clinical competence and judgment
• Must pass a Department of Justice fingerprint clearance and a Child Abuse Index, Health Screening and TB Test as required by licensing 
• Must adhere to the principles of Early Childhood Education and the NAEYC Code of Ethics Working knowledge of a variety of computer software applications (i.e., Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Adobe Acrobat) 
• Strong coordination, organizational and time management skills
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Strong leadership skills
• Strong work ethic
• Integrity and Professionalism
• Ability to prioritize projects and follow through
• Ability be a team player with a welcoming and collaborative attitude
• Interest and experience working with children, families, and colleagues from culturally and linguistically diverse populations
• Bilingual in Spanish/English strongly preferred. 

Additional Information 

Dept: Children, Youth and Family Division 

Position: Full-time 

Reports to: Early Intervention & Inclusion Director