SLP- or SLP-CFY in Bakersfield, California

• Starting range $118,000.00 based on experience
• Hiring/Relocation bonus of $7,000.00
• Full Time & Part-Time hours available

Job:
We are currently seeking a Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP) to join our rapidly expanding private practice. This multidisciplinary home health agency offers both full-time and part-time positions. Proficiency in Spanish would be an added advantage.

Organization:
Amigo Baby is dedicated to providing family-centered and individualized services in natural environments to support the development of a strong community for children in Bakersfield and the surrounding areas. Through a culturally sensitive and teamwork-based approach, we are proud to be part of “The First Step to a Happy Future” for many local children.

For 20 years, Amigo Baby has been the leading provider of holistic pediatric therapy in Central California. Find out more about Amigo Baby on Facebook, or see our website at www.amigobaby.com!

Mentoring and Training:
Amigo Baby offers a three-week paid training period where you will be paired with highly experienced trainers, which can especially benefit new graduates or therapists without pediatric experience. Following this, you will be assigned a mentor who provides ongoing support for any technical or administrative concerns, to help you feel comfortable and confident in your role. Additionally, therapists are encouraged to participate in monthly Reflective Supervision meetings, where they can discuss challenges and develop effective strategies for working with families in their homes

Rewards & Benefits:
At Amigo Baby, we strive to create a nurturing work environment that allows our clinicians to grow and thrive in their practice, focused on making positive impacts in the lives of infants, children, and families. We value each member of our team and provide a competitive package that includes:

• High starting compensation
• Comprehensive Medical and Dental insurance
• Life insurance and Vision insurance are 100% paid by Amigo Baby.
• Paid time off to maintain a healthy work-life balance
• This includes one-week company closures for summer and winter break
• 401(k) with employer contribution match of 4%
• Staff development and mentoring opportunities
• CFY supervision provided as required
• Flexible work schedule that you manage
• Paid documentation time
• Paid travel time
• Mileage reimbursement
• Access to unlimited continuing education (CEUs)

What Sets You Apart:

• Active California state license as Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP) or in the process of obtaining one
• Current CPR certification
• Current TB test
• Current physical examination
• Desire to work with patients in a home setting
• Commitment to excellence in your work
• Pediatric experience is a plus!
• Bilingual experience is also highly valued!

How You'll Thrive Here:

• Provide individualized speech therapy using a play-based approach for children aged birth to 3 years, guided by evidence-based decision making
• Support and facilitate each child's progress through developmental milestones, promoting inclusion, and fostering strong caregiver-child relationships
• Educate parents about speech therapy techniques for practice outside of sessions
• Supervise speech-language pathology assistants (SLPAs) or students as applicable
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team, including child development specialists, occupational therapists, physical therapists, service coordinators, physicians and family
• Participate in monthly Reflective Supervision meetings
• Utilize effective and professional communication skills
• Submit electronic documentation with signatures on a daily basis
• Opportunities for development of skills on special teams/projects (e.g. feeding, AAC, Hanen parent training, DIR/Floor-time, coaching, community education)
• Other related duties as assigned

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: From $118,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible schedule
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Referral program
• Relocation assistance
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Work setting:

• In-person

Application Question(s):

• Are you able to relocate and commute to Bakersfield, CA?

License/Certification:

• Speech Language Pathology License (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• California: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person