Speech-Language Pathologist

Adelphi is seeking a qualified Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP) to provide full-time, on-site services at a facility in Cameron County, Texas. The ideal candidate will serve as the facility’s subject matter expert in speech, language, cognitive-communication, swallowing, and related disorders while providing therapeutic rehabilitation services to individuals with communication, dysphagia, social-pragmatic, and cognitive challenges. Job Quick Facts: • Reference #: BD-673-66 • Profession: Allied Health • Specialty: Speech-Language Pathologist • Location: Cameron County, Texas • Facility Type: Residential Care Facility • Coverage Type: On-Site • Job Type: Full-Time Contract • Contract Duration: Month-to-month, with option to renew • Schedule: Monday–Friday, 8:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m. • Start Date: Immediate • Compensation: $50-$55/hr. Requirements • Master’s degree in Speech-Language Pathology or a related communicative sciences and disorders field • Current and unrestricted Texas Speech-Language Pathologist license through TDLR • Certificate of Clinical Competence in Speech-Language Pathology (CCC-SLP) preferred • Current CPR/BLS certification, if required by the facility • Knowledge of HIPAA requirements and commitment to maintaining resident confidentiality • Willingness to work on-site with individuals who may have dual diagnoses • Ability to comply with facility and agency policies • Compliance with applicable facility and agency health and immunization requirements • Successful completion of required drug screening, fingerprinting, and background checks • Completion of all required facility and staffing agency training Responsibilities • Serve as the facility’s recognized subject matter expert on speech, language, & swallowing disorders. • Provide rehabilitation services for speech and communication deficits. • Provide services for dysphagia, social-pragmatic delays, and cognitive difficulties. • Assess and diagnose speech, language, and cognitive-communication abilities. • Evaluate related oral, pharyngeal, and esophageal functioning. • Identify applicable impairments through diagnostic evaluations and assessments. • Complete accurate, quality documentation in the electronic health record. • Develop, implement, and oversee therapeutic habilitative and rehabilitative programs. • Provide clinical speech-language pathology services to facility residents. • Collaborate with departments, allied health professionals, interdisciplinary teams, & administration. • Attend assigned meetings to support information transfer and continuity of services. • Train, instruct, and supervise staff conducting habilitation and rehabilitation activities. • Ensure activities are performed according to treatment recommendations. • Monitor implemented programs and plans for compliance and effectiveness. • Support quality of care and resident well-being. • Provide feedback to staff implementing therapeutic programs. • Update, revise, or develop programs and treatment protocols based on outcomes. • Oversee and coordinate quality assurance and quality enhancement activities. • Support disaster response, recovery, and Continuity of Operations activation when required. • Work alternate shifts or locations when required during emergency operations.