Jewish Family and Children's Services of San Francisco, the Peninsula, Marin and Sonoma Counties
Speech Therapist – L’Chaim Adult Day Health Care
Jewish Family and Children's Services of San Francisco, the Peninsula, Marin and Sonoma Counties, San Francisco, California, United States, 94199
Speech Therapist – L’Chaim Adult Day Health Care
Jewish Family and Children's Services (JFCS) has served the San Francisco Bay Area for 175 years. We offer world-class services to support individuals and families across all stages of life. L’Chaim Adult Day Health Center is a licensed facility and outpatient center that provides medical, social, and therapy services for Russian-speaking older adults and individuals with disabilities. Position Summary
Under the supervision of the Program Director, the Speech Therapist provides comprehensive speech therapy services to participants of the Adult Day Health Care (ADHC/CBAS) program, addressing communication, cognitive, and swallowing needs. Compensation and Benefits
Pay Range: $50-$65/hour (depending on experience) 6 hours/ 1 day a week with flexible scheduling Employment Type: This is a part-time, hourly, non-exempt role without benefits Be part of a financially stable nonprofit with a long and rich history Make positive differences in the lives of thousands of individuals and families we serve each year Essential Job Duties and Responsibilities
Conduct initial and periodic reassessments of participant communication abilities for those referred for speech therapy services Develop individualized plans of care for each participant receiving speech therapy, in coordination with the interdisciplinary team Deliver all speech therapy services outlined in the participant’s plan of care, ensuring evidence-based and person-centered treatment approaches Educate family members and other caregivers on methods to assist participants in improving or managing speech and communication challenges Train staff on therapy-related strategies that can be incorporated into daily care routines Maintain the speech therapy component of participant health records Work with the Program Director and interdisciplinary team to ensure therapy services meet program goals and participant needs Job Qualifications
Licensed as a Speech Therapist by the Medical Board of California Conversational proficiency in Russian required to communicate effectively with participants and families Experience providing speech therapy to older adults and/or individuals with disabilities Knowledge of relevant state and federal regulations related to speech therapy in adult day health care settings Ability to instruct non-clinical staff and caregivers on therapy-related strategies Physical capacity to assist frail elderly or disabled adults when necessary Must undergo a Physical exam and Tuberculosis Screening, resulting in a negative TB diagnosis prior to employment JFCS is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply, including minorities, women, veterans, and disabled individuals. Qualified applicants with arrest and/or conviction records will be considered for employment in a manner consistent with Federal, state and local laws.
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Jewish Family and Children's Services (JFCS) has served the San Francisco Bay Area for 175 years. We offer world-class services to support individuals and families across all stages of life. L’Chaim Adult Day Health Center is a licensed facility and outpatient center that provides medical, social, and therapy services for Russian-speaking older adults and individuals with disabilities. Position Summary
Under the supervision of the Program Director, the Speech Therapist provides comprehensive speech therapy services to participants of the Adult Day Health Care (ADHC/CBAS) program, addressing communication, cognitive, and swallowing needs. Compensation and Benefits
Pay Range: $50-$65/hour (depending on experience) 6 hours/ 1 day a week with flexible scheduling Employment Type: This is a part-time, hourly, non-exempt role without benefits Be part of a financially stable nonprofit with a long and rich history Make positive differences in the lives of thousands of individuals and families we serve each year Essential Job Duties and Responsibilities
Conduct initial and periodic reassessments of participant communication abilities for those referred for speech therapy services Develop individualized plans of care for each participant receiving speech therapy, in coordination with the interdisciplinary team Deliver all speech therapy services outlined in the participant’s plan of care, ensuring evidence-based and person-centered treatment approaches Educate family members and other caregivers on methods to assist participants in improving or managing speech and communication challenges Train staff on therapy-related strategies that can be incorporated into daily care routines Maintain the speech therapy component of participant health records Work with the Program Director and interdisciplinary team to ensure therapy services meet program goals and participant needs Job Qualifications
Licensed as a Speech Therapist by the Medical Board of California Conversational proficiency in Russian required to communicate effectively with participants and families Experience providing speech therapy to older adults and/or individuals with disabilities Knowledge of relevant state and federal regulations related to speech therapy in adult day health care settings Ability to instruct non-clinical staff and caregivers on therapy-related strategies Physical capacity to assist frail elderly or disabled adults when necessary Must undergo a Physical exam and Tuberculosis Screening, resulting in a negative TB diagnosis prior to employment JFCS is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply, including minorities, women, veterans, and disabled individuals. Qualified applicants with arrest and/or conviction records will be considered for employment in a manner consistent with Federal, state and local laws.
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