Registered Therapist V - Speec/SSLC in Harlingen, TX

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Registered Therapist V - Speech

Come work in an environment where we truly value and respect those we serve and believe in the mission that all people can achieve a higher level of wellness and independence.
The state supported living centers serve people with intellectual and developmental disabilities who are medically fragile or who have behavioral problems. The centers provide campus-based direct services and supports at 13 centers located throughout the state. Learn About Our State Supported Living Centers

The state of Texas offers many benefits to employees. HHSC is a qualifying organization for the Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program, which forgives the remaining balance on college student Direct Loans after making 120 qualifying monthly payments. We also offer excellent health benefits, a lifetime monthly retirement annuityas well as 401(k) and 457 Programs under the Employees Retirement System of Texas.
If you are looking for a place to work where you can establish a career that is filled with purpose, this is the job for you!

The Registered Therapist V, Speech Language Pathologist, performs highly advanced (senior-level) therapeutic rehabilitation services in speech language pathology for a wide range of individuals with speech/communication deficits, swallowing and dysphagia challenges, social and pragmatic delays, and cognitive difficulties. Assesses, diagnoses, and analyzes individual's skills and abilities in the areas of speech, language, and cognitive-communication, and related to oral, pharyngeal and esophageal function to identify swallowing impairments. Conducts and/or collaborates in conducting diagnostic assessments, and administers and interprets assessments related to speech, language and communication skills of individuals. Develops, implements, and oversees therapeutic habilitative and rehabilitative programs, and provides treatment and clinical services for individuals. Collaborates consistently with other departments to ensure comprehensive care and continuity of services and to maximize therapeutic efficacy. Trains, instructs and/or supervises the work of others in conducting habilitation and rehabilitation activities specific to recommendations and treatment. Coordinates, assigns, trains, and supervises the work of assigned staff and/or student interns. Monitors implemented programs/plans for compliance and efficacy to ensure quality of care and patient well-being and provides feedback to staff. Updates and revises or develops new programs and treatment protocols based on outcomes. Oversees and coordinates quality assurance and quality enhancement activities as related to provision of therapeutic services at the SSLC. Maintains competency within the scope of practice in order to serve as the Center's recognized subject matter expert on matters related to speech, language and swallowing disorders. Attends assigned meetings, collaborates with allied health professionals, IDTs and administration to ensure the transfer of needed information and continuity of services. Performs quality documentation in the electronic medical record. Performs other duties as assigned. Works under minimal supervision, with extensive latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment.