Lead Speech Language Pathologist (EST)
Job Details
Job Location
San Diego County - El Cajon, CA
Position Type
Full Time
Salary Range
$[click to reveal phone number] - $105000.00 Salary
Description
Lead Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP)
Make Every Word Count. Transform Every Life.
At Home of Guiding Hands (HGH), we believe every child deserves the chance to communicate, connect, and thrive. As a Lead Speech-Language Pathologist, you will be at the center of this mission-empowering children ages 0-3 with developmental delays to reach their fullest potential while guiding and mentoring fellow professionals. This is more than a career- it is a calling. Here, you will find purpose, professional growth, and a support community that shares your passion for impact.
What You'll Be Doing:
Clinical Excellence
- Conduct comprehensive evaluations of speech, language, and swallowing needs for children ages 0-3.
- Develop individualized treatment plans and support families in achieving IFSP goals.
- Deliver high-quality therapy through home visits and community-based sessions.
Community Impact
- Travel one day per week to Imperial County to extend the reach of services with a weekly travel stipend.
- Represent HGH as a leader in early intervention, building collaborative networks and resources.
- Embody HGH's ICARE values while advancing the mission of improving lives through communication and connection.
Quality & Compliance
- Ensure accurate documentation of evaluations, treatment notes, and progress reports.
- Review, track, and provide feedback on written reports from staff to maintain quality standards.
- Stay informed of best practices, research, and emerging trends to foster program innovation.
- Serve as the Lead SLP by training, mentoring, and supporting team members.
- Observe and evaluate staff performance, providing constructive feedback and guidance.
- Design and deliver in-service trainings to raise the standard of care across the program
Leadership & Mentorship
- Serve as the Lead SLP by training, mentoring, and supporting team members.
- Observe and evaluate staff performance, providing constructive feedback and guidance.
- Design and deliver in-service trainings to raise the standard of care across the program.
Family Partnership
- Build strong, trusting relationships with families through empathy and clear communication.
- Provide education, resources, and coaching that empower caregivers to support their child's development.
- Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to ensure holistic, family-centered care.
Why Join HGH?
We value our team as much as the families we serve. That is why HGH offers:
- Competitive compensation with a $5,000 sign-on bonus and a $350 weekly travel stipend
- Flexible scheduling to support work-life balance
- Comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, paid vacation, sick leave, and 403(b) retirement plan
- Professional development, including CEU reimbursement and licensing fee coverage
- The opportunity to lead within a respected nonprofit serving San Diego for more than 60 years
Qualifications
What You'll Bring to the Role:
Education & Credentials
- Current license from the State of California Speech-Language Pathology Board.
- Master's degree in Speech-Language Pathology from an educational program accredited by The American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA) and the Certificate of Clinical Competence (CCC).
Professional Experience
- Minimum one (1) year SLP experience working with individuals with developmental disabilities.
- Minimum one (1) year pediatrics experience (birth to 5 years of age).
- Experience providing constructive feedback, mentoring others, and supporting professional growth of colleagues.
General Requirements
- Must be 18 years of age or older at the time of hire.
- Must receive criminal record clearance from DOJ.
- Must have valid California Driver's license, safe driving record, and have been licensed to drive at least 2 years.
- Must maintain current and adequate auto insurance.
- Must obtain CPR/FA certification if not already certified (training provided for new hires).
- Demonstrates accountability and follow-through in meeting documentation, compliance, and training requirements.
- Adaptability to respond to changing policies, staffing needs, and family crises.
Language & Technical Skills
- Read, write, speak, and understand the English language.
- Proficient in Microsoft Word and Outlook.
- Strong active listening skills to understand family and staff concerns.
- Ability to deliver feedback in a constructive and supportive manner.
Interpersonal & Professional Skills
- Communicates Effectively - Collaborative professional with strong oral and written communication skills; active listener who delivers information clearly and constructively.
- Instills Trust - Builds positive, supportive, and professional working relationships by fostering credibility, transparency, and reliability.
- Ensures Accountability - Detail-oriented with the ability to ensure accuracy of program documents and paperwork while following through on commitments.
- Plans and Aligns - Manages work time efficiently, prioritizes tasks, and consistently meets deadlines with minimal supervision.
- Values Differences - Demonstrates cultural awareness and sensitivity, effectively working with individuals and families of diverse backgrounds, attitudes, and lifestyles.
- Self-Development & Self-Awareness - Maintains awareness of personal biases and reactions; applies reflective thinking to guide staff in analyzing their work and emotional responses.
- Develops Talent - Reviews others' work and provides constructive feedback in a mentoring and coaching capacity, supporting professional growth and continuous improvement.
- Situational Adaptability & Resilience - Demonstrates emotional intelligence, adapting to challenges with composure; inspires and motivates staff while managing stress and supporting others through difficult circumstances.
Our Values:
At Home of Guiding Hands, our culture is built on the foundation of ICARE:
- Innovation - We embrace creativity and pursue better ways to serve children and families.
- Collaboration - We believe teamwork and shared knowledge strengthen outcomes.
- Accountability - We follow through on commitments and uphold the highest standards of care.
- Respect - We honor the dignity of every child, family, and colleague.
- Empathy - We approach every interaction with compassion, understanding, and humanity.
These values guide our work, shape our relationships, and ensure that every child and family receives the support they deserve.
Physical Requirements/Work Environment
The work environment for this position involves working with a variety of people in their homes and in the community. While performing the duties of the job, the employee is regularly required to see, talk, hear, walk, bend, stoop, sit, stand, reach, and lift objects weighing up to ten pounds repeatedly during a shift.
Equal Opportunity Employer Statement
Home of Guiding Hands is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity/expression), age, marital status, status as a protected veteran, among other things, or status as a qualified individual with disability.
About HGH
Home of Guiding Hands is a non-profit organization that was established in 1967 by a small group of dedicated and ambitious community members. The Mission of HGH is "to improve the lives of those we serve". We support children and adults in San Diego and Imperial Counties with intellectual and developmental disabilities, such as Down syndrome, epilepsy, autism, and cerebral palsy. We provide a full continuum of care including residential care in specialized group homes, independent living support, respite care, and adult foster home services. Additionally, we provide early childhood assessments and services, tailored day support, Life Planning workshops, county-wide transportation services, and on-site activities at our resource center.
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