Pediatric Speech Language Pathologist in San Jose, California at STARS BAY AREA INC
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Job Description
Stars Assessment Center (www.starsassessmentcenter.com) provides services and support to children with autism and other developmental disabilities. Therapists work closely with families to ensure carryover and continuity of targeted skills. Stars has entered a period of rapid expansion and is seeking dynamic professionals to join our team. We are seeking a Pediatric Speech and Language Pathologist for Santa Clara, Santa Cruz, and/or San Benito Counties. An ideal candidate lives in South San Jose, Gilroy, Hollister, or Salinas. Must be In-Person
Pay: Up to $145,000.00 per year or per diem rate $245 per assessment
Sign On Bonus $5000 (full time employment)
Location: Santa Clara County, Santa Cruz County, and San Benito County.
Job description:
Stars Therapy Services is seeking a highly skilled and compassionate Pediatric Speech and Language Pathologist to join our dynamic team. This position primarily focuses on conducting in-home comprehensive assessments and evaluations for children age 0-3yo with a wide range of developmental, physical, and sensory challenges.
- The ideal candidate will use evidence-based practices to determine developmental levels and is vital for providing insightful and actionable recommendations that help children and their families achieve their full potential. Direct service, consultations, and team collaboration is also an integral part of this position. Our supportive culture, comprehensive training, and growth opportunities make us an ideal choice for those eager to make a difference in the world of child development.
Requirements:
Key Responsibilities-
- Conduct comprehensive, standardized, and play-based evaluations to assess a child's strengths, abilities, and needs across various developmental areas.
- Administer and interpret a variety of formal and informal assessment tools to gather objective data.
- Synthesize evaluation results into a clear, comprehensive, and well-written report that includes measurable goals and targeted recommendations for intervention.
- Collaborate with parents, caregivers, and a multidisciplinary team, including psychologists, OT/PT/ST, and child development specialists.
- Present and explain assessment findings to families in a compassionate and understandable manner.
- Maintain accurate, timely, and compliant clinical documentation of all assessments and reports.
- Develop and implement individualized, evidence-based treatment plans with measurable goals based on assessment findings.
Qualifications-
- Education: Master's degree in Speech & Language Pathology from an accredited program.
- Licensure: Current and valid state license to practice as a Speech Therapist.
- Experience: Previous experience conducting pediatric assessments in a clinical, school, or home-based setting is preferred.
- Knowledge: Strong understanding of pediatric development, speech therapy theory, and evidence-based assessment methods.
Skills-
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills for building rapport with children, families, and team members.
- Excellent critical thinking and problem-solving skills to analyze assessment results and formulate recommendations.
- Demonstrated patience, empathy, and creativity when working with children of varying needs and abilities.
- Position Details
- Bilingual candidates preferred: Spanish, Vietnamese, Mandarin. But please apply if you are English speaking only.
- Driver’s license and ability to commute to family’s homes.
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Contract
Benefits:
- Relocation assistance
Ability to Commute:
- San Jose, CA 95119 (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
- San Jose, CA 95119: Relocate before starting work (Required)