Speech Language Pathologist
* New Competitive Starting Wages * Pediatric Focus * No Employment Contract/Clauses *
* Flexible Schedules *
Are you a passionate Speech Language Pathologist who believes communication is a fundamental human right? LifeScape is seeking an interested candidate to join our dynamic and collaborative team as a full-time OR an as-needed (PRN) pediatric Speech Language Pathologist at our inpatient location that includes a specialty school, residential living and a specialty hospital.
LifeScape offers a supportive and unique working environment; allowing you to serve as a positive influencer in the lives of the children and families we serve. We, as a company, strive to provide quality care in a fun, child-centered environment that helps advance our clients' communication skills to their optimal capabilities. As a valued member of LifeScape's therapy team, you will be part of a regional leader in pediatric therapy and services for children with a variety of speech, language, and cognitive limitations.
Speech Language Pathologists within the LifeScape community have the unique opportunity for collaboration with skilled SLPs, working closely with other professionals, and engaging in a mentorship program. The speech therapy team focuses on research-based intervention as well as child-led treatment with interdisciplinary collaboration. You will have the ability gain experience and provide treatment in a variety of specialty areas: functional communication needs, Augmentative and Alternative Communication, feeding and swallowing, complex communication needs, autism, and medically complex pediatrics.
The LifeScape Advantage
Comprehensive team including physical therapists, occupational therapists, speech-language pathologists, psychologists, board certified behavior analysts, and special education teachers with the ability to access LifeScape psychologists, behavior therapists, and educators for additional support
Frequent opportunities for personal and professional development through mentorship and training opportunities both on-and off-site. The company fosters leadership and growth in areas in which therapists are interested or want to specialize by providing financial assistance for continuing education.
Ability to advance current programs as well as develop new programs
Clinical and administrative staff work closely together as mutual goals are to improve our client's lives
Foundation assistance for purchasing therapy equipment and supplies
Flexible scheduling options in an upbeat and professional work atmosphere
Requirements
Education and Experience
Master's or Doctorate degree in Speech Language Pathology from an accredited Speech Language Pathology Program. Current Certificate of Clinical Competence from ASHA or eligible to enter Clinical Fellowship Year (CFY). Current licensure or eligible for licensure in South Dakota. Valid driver's license and clean driving record required. All positions require a clear background check and drug screen upon conditional offer.
Why Work for Us?
We Are Driven by OurMission
Empowering people to live their best life.
We Have a Vision for Our Future
LifeScape will be an innovative organization, providing exceptional services and creative solutions for people with varied needs and complex care across their life span. Through collaborative partnerships, LifeScape will become a destination for research, and the development, implementation, and training of technology-based solutions to improve the lives of people we support.
We Lead with SharedValues
Integrity - Compassion - Respect - Safety and Wellbeing - Fiscal Responsibility - Excellence - Accountability
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LifeScape is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer of females, minorities, individuals with disabilities, and protected veterans. Employment selection and related decisions are made without regard to sex, race, age, disability, religion, national origin, color, or any other protected class.
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