KidsCare Home Health
Pediatric Speech Language Pathologist Assistant
KidsCare Home Health, Forney, Texas, United States, 75126
Pediatric Speech Language Pathologist Assistant
KidsCare Home Health is an ethical, therapist‑owned and operated home‑health company that provides therapy services to children with special needs in the comfort of their own homes. We are seeking to immediately hire a Speech‑Language Pathologist Assistant. If you have a passion for working with pediatrics and making a difference in your community while enjoying work‑life balance, KidsCare is the place for you.
Our leadership team recognizes the hard work and dedication of our therapists by promoting from within and adding leadership roles that come with minimal stress levels. We have also redesigned our mentorship programs so that everyone gets the guidance they desire; your success is our focus.
The school culture is built on our C.A.R.E. values. In return we offer a full benefits package that includes health, dental, vision, disability and life insurance; paid time off; a 401(k); professional development funds and tuition reimbursement.
What Sets Us Apart
Therapist Owned/Operated – We understand your challenges firsthand.
Ethically Centered – Clients and therapists are our top priority.
Work‑Life Balance – Choose your caseload size based on your lifestyle needs.
Create Your Own Schedule – Choose patients and treatment times.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Provide clinical treatment to patients including direct treatment and family/caregiver education regarding status, goals, and progress.
Coordinate patient care with office staff and other disciplines.
Maintain appropriate communication with the pediatric patient and family regarding progress, problems, home programs, and other issues related to the therapeutic process.
Refer patients and family members to appropriate services, including other professionals, agencies, and resources as appropriate.
Consult with supervisor on patient progress and maintain appropriate records.
Participate in supervised visits as outlined by the State Board of Examiners for Speech‑Language Pathology.
Responsible for the maintenance of supplies and equipment.
Participate in Quality Assurance and Performance Improvement (QAPI) program.
Attend Continuing Education activities.
Maintain adequate caseload with appropriate productivity.
Participate in proactive team efforts to achieve company and departmental goals.
Collaborate with others through knowledge and skill sharing.
Actively participate in professional organizations and activities.
Serve as the backup service provider for other caseloads as needed.
Comply with all company policies, practices, and procedures.
Complete other duties as assigned.
Education and Work Experience Requirements
Undergraduate degree with emphasis in Communication Disorders and Sciences.
Current state-issued professional licensure.
Valid state driver license.
CPR certification.
0–2 years of experience.
Pediatric clinical experience preferred.
Home health experience preferred.
Other Qualifications and Skills
Ability to read and write in simple correspondence with effective public speaking in small groups.
Excellent critical thinking skills.
Detail‑oriented with strong organizational skills.
Ability to interpret instruction and solve practical problems with a variety of concrete variables.
Proficient computer skills, including Microsoft Office Suite, record keeping, and routine database activity.
Manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
Physical Demands / Working Environment
Spends one‑third to two‑thirds of time standing, walking, reaching, sitting, kneeling, and crawling activities.
Over two‑thirds of time spent using hands, fingers, and will handle, feel, talk, and hear.
Diverse indoor residential or childcare setting.
Moderate physical activity performing strenuous activities of a therapy nature.
Must be able to lift a minimum of twenty‑five pounds.
Specific vision abilities required include close vision requirements.
Moderate noise (e.g., office with computers, phone, printers, light traffic).
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Seniority Level Entry level
Employment Type Full‑time
Job Function Health Care Provider – Industry: Hospitals and Health Care
Location: Forney, TX
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Our leadership team recognizes the hard work and dedication of our therapists by promoting from within and adding leadership roles that come with minimal stress levels. We have also redesigned our mentorship programs so that everyone gets the guidance they desire; your success is our focus.
The school culture is built on our C.A.R.E. values. In return we offer a full benefits package that includes health, dental, vision, disability and life insurance; paid time off; a 401(k); professional development funds and tuition reimbursement.
What Sets Us Apart
Therapist Owned/Operated – We understand your challenges firsthand.
Ethically Centered – Clients and therapists are our top priority.
Work‑Life Balance – Choose your caseload size based on your lifestyle needs.
Create Your Own Schedule – Choose patients and treatment times.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Provide clinical treatment to patients including direct treatment and family/caregiver education regarding status, goals, and progress.
Coordinate patient care with office staff and other disciplines.
Maintain appropriate communication with the pediatric patient and family regarding progress, problems, home programs, and other issues related to the therapeutic process.
Refer patients and family members to appropriate services, including other professionals, agencies, and resources as appropriate.
Consult with supervisor on patient progress and maintain appropriate records.
Participate in supervised visits as outlined by the State Board of Examiners for Speech‑Language Pathology.
Responsible for the maintenance of supplies and equipment.
Participate in Quality Assurance and Performance Improvement (QAPI) program.
Attend Continuing Education activities.
Maintain adequate caseload with appropriate productivity.
Participate in proactive team efforts to achieve company and departmental goals.
Collaborate with others through knowledge and skill sharing.
Actively participate in professional organizations and activities.
Serve as the backup service provider for other caseloads as needed.
Comply with all company policies, practices, and procedures.
Complete other duties as assigned.
Education and Work Experience Requirements
Undergraduate degree with emphasis in Communication Disorders and Sciences.
Current state-issued professional licensure.
Valid state driver license.
CPR certification.
0–2 years of experience.
Pediatric clinical experience preferred.
Home health experience preferred.
Other Qualifications and Skills
Ability to read and write in simple correspondence with effective public speaking in small groups.
Excellent critical thinking skills.
Detail‑oriented with strong organizational skills.
Ability to interpret instruction and solve practical problems with a variety of concrete variables.
Proficient computer skills, including Microsoft Office Suite, record keeping, and routine database activity.
Manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
Physical Demands / Working Environment
Spends one‑third to two‑thirds of time standing, walking, reaching, sitting, kneeling, and crawling activities.
Over two‑thirds of time spent using hands, fingers, and will handle, feel, talk, and hear.
Diverse indoor residential or childcare setting.
Moderate physical activity performing strenuous activities of a therapy nature.
Must be able to lift a minimum of twenty‑five pounds.
Specific vision abilities required include close vision requirements.
Moderate noise (e.g., office with computers, phone, printers, light traffic).
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Seniority Level Entry level
Employment Type Full‑time
Job Function Health Care Provider – Industry: Hospitals and Health Care
Location: Forney, TX
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