JOB DESCRIPTION: SPEECH LANGUAGE PATHOLOGY ASSISTANT

REPORTS TO: SPEECH DEPARTMENT SUPERVISOR

CLASSIFICATION: NON-EXEMPT/HOURLY  $26.00-33.00 per hour

SCHEDULE: Full-Time, Monday- Friday 7:30 AM – 4:30 PM with occasional nights and weekends, on a volunteer basis

JOB SUMMARY: Speech-Language Pathology Assistants (SLPAs) play a crucial role in educating families and supporting children who need assistance with their receptive and expressive language skills, articulation, oral-motor function, and auditory processing. This position involves collaborating closely with families and a multidisciplinary team to implement personalized treatment plans that focus on improving communication skills through direct services and a parent coaching model. We are deeply passionate about this work and are committed to helping children reach their full potential.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

• Promotes and adheres to The Center’s safety work rules and regulations.
• To perform the essential functions of this position, regular and punctual attendance is expected.
• The essential functions, responsibilities, and duties of the SLPA are:
•  Assist in maintaining Individualized Family Service Plans (IFSPs) in appropriate developmental skill areas for children on their caseload as part of an interdisciplinary/multidisciplinary team.
•  Participate in transition planning with family and Family Resources Coordinator.
•  Be familiar with IFSP procedures and eligibility requirements for Washington State including but not limited to IDEA Part C (and B), DDA, and ADA.
•  Provide, coordinate, implement, and monitor speech and language pathology services to children and families enrolled at The Center both ESIT and private pay.
•  Include parents and caregivers in appropriate aspects of program planning and services.
•  Collaborate with outside service providers and community partners as needed and requested.
•  Participate in team meetings, staff meetings, department meetings, planning/visioning days, and professional development opportunities during work hours.
•  Utilize professional development opportunities as required for continuing education requirements to maintain state licensure.
•  Use the EHR system, AdvancedMD, for scheduling and maintaining electronic copies of family information, medical history, evaluation documentation, ongoing assessments, chart notes, goals and objectives, and transition reports in each child’s file at The Center in conjunction with the FRC’s and in compliance with HIPAA regulations.
•  Document chart notes and attendance for billing purposes to The Center funders for reimbursement of services rendered to eligible children and families.
•  Document work hours (electronically or hard copy, as appropriate) for wage/salary purposes.
•  Participate in annual reviews with your supervisor, including but not limited to goal setting, monthly meetings, reflective supervision, and performance review.
•  Maintain accurate documentation of mileage records for purposes of reimbursement.
•  Coordinate and maintain an electronic schedule of student’s appointments, meetings, and other job duties, as necessary. 
•  Other duties as assigned.
• In addition to their respective tasks and duties all employees are expected to:
•  Be a motivated self-starter and problem solver with energy, flexibility, creativity, a sense of humor positivity, and a willingness to pitch in wherever needed.
•  Keen analytic, organization, and problem-solving skills that support and enable sound decision-making.
•  Excellent communication and relationship-building skills with an ability to prioritize, negotiate, and work with a variety of internal and external colleagues.
•  Multi-tasker with the ability to wear many hats in a fast-paced environment.
•  Personal qualities of integrity, credibility, and dedication to the mission of The Center.
•  Perform quality work within deadlines. 
•  Works effectively as a team contributor on all assignments.
•  Works independently while understanding the necessity for communicating effectively with other employees, customers, and suppliers.

WORKING CONDITIONS: The Children’s Developmental Center is welcoming to individuals with diverse physical and/or mental abilities. The physical demands and essential functions described here are representative of those that must be met, with or without reasonable accommodation. Prolonged periods of working on a computer and the ability to lift up to 20 lbs. at a time are required. To request reasonable accommodation, employees are encouraged to contact their supervisor or the People and Operations Director.

The above statements are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and skills required for this position. Flexibility and improvement of job skills are essential to all positions at the Children’s Developmental Center. 

JOB DESCRIPTION: SPEECH LANGUAGE PATHOLOGIST

REPORTS TO: EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR

CLASSIFICATION: Non Exempt $44.00-54.00 per hour

SCHEDULE: Full-Time, Monday-Thursday, 7:30AM – 4:30PM, with occasional nights and weekends, on a volunteer basis

JOB SUMMARY: The Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP) will develop and implement comprehensive, family centered developmental evaluation, assessment, and therapy programs for children with developmental delays, who are enrolled at the Children’s Developmental Center (CDC) utilizing a direct services, parent coaching, model. We are passionate about the work being done and have a profound desire to help children achieve their potential.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES (Not an Exhaustive List):

• Promotes and adheres to CDC safety work rules and regulations.
• To perform the essential functions of this position, regular and punctual attendance is expected.
• The essential functions, responsibilities, and duties of the SLP are:
• Identify and evaluate present levels of development in appropriate skills areas, within the scope of an SLP, for children referred to the program, utilizing standardized evaluation tools, criterion-referenced tools, standardized screening tools, review of medical records, parent report, and observations of children in a variety of age-appropriate settings. 
• Develop Individualized Family Service Plans (IFSPs) in appropriate skill areas for children on their caseload as part of an interdisciplinary/multidisciplinary team. 
• Participate in transition planning with family and Family Resources Coordinator. 
• Be familiar with IFSP procedures and eligibility requirements for Washington State including but not limited to IDEA Part C (and B), DDA, and ADA. 
• Provide, coordinate, plan, implement, and monitor speech language pathology services to children and families enrolled at CDC (as EI students) in natural environments (family/foster homes, childcare programs, and other community settings where families spend time). 
• Provide, coordinate, plan, implement, and monitor speech language pathology services to children and families enrolled at CDC (as private pay students) in designated learning areas at CDC. 
• Educate team members in aspects of communication and feeding development and interventions, as necessary and appropriate; reinforce outcomes developed by other providers as necessary and appropriate. 
• Include parents and caregivers in appropriate aspects of program planning and services. 
• Collaborate with outside service providers and community partners as needed and requested; make recommendations to medical professionals when additional services or assessments are needed.  
• Participate in team meetings, staff meetings, department meetings, planning/visioning days, and professional development opportunities. 
• Utilize professional development opportunities as required for continuing education requirements to maintain ASHA certification and state licensure. 
• Use the EHR system, AdvancedMD, for scheduling and maintaining electronic copies of family information, medical history, evaluation documentation, ongoing assessments, chart notes, goals and objectives, and transition reports in each child’s file at CDC in conjunction with the FRC’s and in compliance with HIPAA regulations.
• Document chart notes and attendance for billing purposes to CDC funders for reimbursement of services rendered to eligible children and families.
• Participate in annual reviews with your supervisor, including but not limited to goal setting, monthly meetings, reflective supervision, and performance review.
• Supervise speech-language pathology assistants, interns and/or clinical fellows.
• In performance of their respective tasks and duties all employees are expected to:
• Maintain an understanding and knowledge base of early childhood development, current early intervention practices, and best practices within your discipline.
• Have familiarity with federal and Washington State policies and procedures for eligibility and implementation of birth to three early intervention services.
• Follow ASHA’s current code of ethics.
• Perform quality work within deadlines. 
• Works effectively as a team contributor on all assignments.
• Works independently while understanding the necessity for communicating effectively with other employees, customers, and suppliers.

CHILDREN'S DEVELOPMENTAL CENTER

Job Description

Physical Therapist – Early Intervention & Specialty Programs (Pelvic Health)

Department:

Motor Department

Reports To:

Motor Department Supervisor

FLSA Classification:

Non-Exempt

$45-60 per hour

Schedule:

Full-Time, Monday–Friday, 7:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.; occasional evenings and weekends on a volunteer basis

Position Allocation:

Approximately 50% early intervention services and 50% pelvic health specialty services, subject to caseload and program needs

Effective Date:

July 2026

Job Summary

The Physical Therapist – Early Intervention & Specialty Programs (Pelvic Health) is a blended clinical role at the Children's Developmental Center (“the Center”) that combines two areas of practice. In the early intervention portion of the role, the Physical Therapist designs and delivers comprehensive, family-centered evaluations and early intervention services for infants and toddlers with developmental delays, using a combination of direct services and a parent coaching model in the child's natural environment — including homes, childcare settings, and community spaces. In the specialty portion of the role, the Physical Therapist provides specialized evaluation and treatment for children, birth through 20 years of age and adolescents, with pelvic floor dysfunction, bowel and bladder concerns, incontinence, and pelvic or abdominal pain, delivered in clinic or via telehealth.

Across both areas of practice, the Physical Therapist uses a family-centered care model to deliver individualized, evidence-based interventions and caregiver education, empowering families to foster their child's growth through tailored strategies that align with each child's unique needs.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

The following duties are representative of the position and are not an exhaustive list. Regular and punctual attendance is an essential function of this position. All employees are expected to promote and adhere to the Center's safety rules and regulations as outlined in the Employee Handbook and to uphold the mission and core values of the organization.

Early Intervention Services (approximately 50%)

• Participates in multidisciplinary team (MDT) evaluations of children's skills using standardized testing.
• Develops goals and objectives and implements them using a play-based approach to support sensory, motor, and social-emotional development, collaborating with speech-language pathologists, occupational therapists, and early childhood educators.
• Provides services in the child's natural environment, engaging parents and guardians through meaningful strategies that support their child's development.
• Coordinates with durable medical equipment suppliers to acquire adaptive equipment and drafts referral and medical necessity letters.

Pelvic Health Specialty Services (approximately 50%)

• Conducts pelvic health evaluations using advanced clinical skills, modalities, and standardized tests (when applicable), in person or via telehealth.
• Provides treatment using advanced clinical skills and specialized equipment, including surface electromyography (sEMG), rehabilitative ultrasound imaging, and iPad/endoscope.
• Develops unique, individualized treatment plans that address caregiver concerns, patient concerns, and functional goals; carries out treatment plans in clinic or via telehealth and assesses and monitors progress.
• Facilitates referrals to other pediatric specialists when appropriate, including but not limited to urology, gastroenterology, neurology, ENT, and mental health.
• Maintains specialized equipment and contacts the vendor directly to resolve equipment issues.

Care Coordination & Collaboration (both programs)

• Collaborates with pediatricians, external service providers, community partners, and other medical professionals to coordinate care and recommend additional assessments or services when needed.
• Serves as an active member of the multidisciplinary team.
• Communicates with families by email, text, and phone as needed.
• Communicates with support staff as needed regarding scheduling, interpreting services, referral and registration forms, billing, and other tasks that maintain both programs.

Documentation, Billing & Compliance (both programs)

• Uses the electronic health record (EHR) system, AdvancedMD, for scheduling and for maintaining electronic records of family information, medical history, evaluations, ongoing assessments, chart notes, goals and objectives, billing, and transition reports in each child's file, in conjunction with Family Resource Coordinators and in compliance with HIPAA regulations.
• Maintains precise, up-to-date chart notes in the EHR, with documentation completed within 48 hours of service; completes and submits accurate billing daily and tracks attendance accurately for timely billing and reimbursement.
• Maintains HIPAA compliance for all patient information and follows all HIPAA protocols.
• Practices within the laws of Washington State and maintains an active license with the Department of Health.

Professional Development & Supervision

• Participates in team meetings, staff meetings, department meetings, planning and visioning days, and professional development opportunities.
• Stays current on best practices in early childhood development, pediatric pelvic health, and evidence-based physical therapy interventions through continuing education courses, workshops, and job-specific training.
• Participates in annual reviews with their supervisor, including goal setting, monthly meetings, reflective supervision, and performance review.

Expectations of All Employees

• Is proactive and flexible, and performs other position-related duties as assigned.
• Brings energy, creativity, and a sense of humor to the work.
• Stays organized, thinks critically to solve problems, and manages multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.
• Communicates clearly, builds strong relationships, keeps others informed, and collaborates effectively.
• Demonstrates integrity, professionalism, and commitment to the Center's mission; meets deadlines and produces high-quality work.
• Works well independently and as part of a team.

Working Conditions & Physical Demands

The Center welcomes individuals with diverse physical and mental abilities. The physical demands and essential functions described here are representative of those that must be met, with or without reasonable accommodation. This position requires prolonged periods of computer work, the ability to lift up to 20 pounds at a time, and regular local travel between the clinic and community-based service settings. To request a reasonable accommodation, employees are encouraged to contact their supervisor or the Executive Director.