Speech Language Pathologist | Home Health

Wesley At-Home

  • Kent, WA
  • $103,300-135,200 per year
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 2 days ago
As a service organization, Wesley selects employees who bring our mission to promise. When you become a member of the Wesley team, you contribute to the active lifestyle, high quality of care and other services we provide older adults at our award-winning communities or other residence. Our workforce is as diverse as our services, which include independent living, assisted living, Catered Living, memory care, skilled nursing, rehabilitation, hospice, home care and home health.Our Total Rewards philosophy is a balanced approach that meets the needs of employees on their career journey whether they are just joining the workforce or nearing retirement. We evaluate our Total Rewards offerings annually to provide benefits employees would find meaningful. In addition to competitive wages and a commitment to pay equity, we offer the following benefits and other compensation:
  • Employees, and their families if elected, can participate in medical and vision insurance (full time and ACA eligible), dental (full time) and group life (employee only for full time, excludes part-time and on-call staff).
  • We offer a combined paid time off (PTO) policy which incorporates state paid sick leave with company paid time off at an accrual rate of 0.0607 per hour worked, equivalent to 120 hours of PTO at 2,080 hours worked in a year. We also offer 6 Paid Holidays (8 hours for full time and 6 hours for part time per event, excludes on-call staff) and 1 Personal Holiday of Choice per year (excludes on-call staff).
  • Retirement planning is encouraged through our 403(b) plan that includes a generous 100% company match on the first 4% of earnings an employee contributes. There is a 5-year vesting schedule on the company match, and minors are ineligible for the company match.
  • A food and beverage discount of 50% is available to all employees at any Wesley bistro. Employees are also eligible for On-Demand Pay with Dayforce Wallet. Minors need parental consent to access this benefit.
  • To assist employees with challenges outside of the workplace, Wesley offers an Employee Assistance Program (EAP), which is 100% company paid. Additionally, Wesley Community Foundation provides grants to qualifying employees as detailed in the plan summary.
  • Lastly, the efforts and contributions of our valued employees are celebrated in our best-in-class recognition and reward platform, Inspire. Points earned for various reasons may be redeemed for a variety of merchandise, gift cards, tickets, travel and other experiences selected by the employee.
This summary is intended to reflect the most reasonable and genuinely expected offering of benefits and other compensation for the posted job. The official website for all Wesley job postings is https://wesleychoice.org/careers/. Wesley is not responsible for content on third-party job boards. Salary ranges, benefits and other compensation are subject to change.Enrich the lives of older adults through community, choice, and continuing care in the Speech-Language Pathologist role. The Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP) provides skilled, compassionate, and patient-focused speech therapy services to individuals in their homes and on the retirement campus. The SLP evaluates, diagnoses, and treats speech, language, cognitive-communication, and swallowing disorders to help patients achieve their highest level of communication and functional independence. Working within a non-profit, mission-driven environment, the SLP collaborates closely with patients, caregivers, and the interdisciplinary care team to deliver individualized care plans that enhance quality of life. Find your sense of belonging at Wesley!You will provide continuing care through these responsibilitiesEssential functions of this position include the following.
  • Conduct comprehensive assessments of patients’ speech, language, voice, cognitive-communication, and swallowing abilities.
  • Develop, implement, and regularly update individualized treatment plans in alignment with physician orders, patient goals, and best practices.
  • Provide therapeutic interventions to improve speech clarity, language comprehension, expression, cognitive function, and safe swallowing.
  • Train patients and caregivers on communication strategies, adaptive techniques, and safe eating/swallowing practices.
  • Recommend and provide instruction in the use of augmentative and alternative communication devices when appropriate.
  • Monitor patient progress and adjust treatment plans as needed to ensure optimal outcomes.
  • Collaborate with the interdisciplinary team—including nursing, occupational therapy, physical therapy, medical social work, and home health aides—to coordinate care.
  • Maintain accurate, timely, and compliant documentation according to agency, state, and federal regulations.
  • Participate in case conferences, staff meetings, and continuing education to maintain clinical excellence.
  • Adhere to infection control, patient safety, and ethical standards in all patient care activities.
  • Learn and apply Company, Federal, State, and local rules, regulations, and policies.
Our requirements and qualifications for success
  • Driving is an essential function and/or a legitimate business purpose of this position; therefore, a valid driver’s license is required as a condition of employment.
  • Master’s degree in Speech-Language Pathology from an accredited program.
  • Current Speech-Language Pathologist license in the State of Washington.
  • Certificate of Clinical Competence in Speech-Language Pathology (CCC-SLP) from ASHA.
  • Current CPR certification.
  • Driving is an essential function and/or a legitimate business purpose of this position; therefore, a valid driver’s license is required as a condition of employment.
  • Minimum one year of experience as a Speech-Language Pathologist, preferably in home health, rehabilitation, or medical settings.
  • Experience with adult and geriatric populations, including those with neurological disorders, stroke, and progressive diseases.
  • Strong diagnostic, treatment planning, and clinical problem-solving skills.
  • Excellent communication, interpersonal, and patient education skills.
  • Ability to work independently, manage time effectively, and adapt to changing schedules.
Physical, environmental, and mental requirements
  • Frequent travel to patient homes within the assigned service area.
  • Exposure to a variety of home and community settings.
  • Ability to lift and transport therapy materials and equipment up to 25 pounds.
  • Occasional evening or weekend visits based on patient needs.
Salary Range: $103,300 to $135,200 per yearREQ Code #WHHPJSC:

Wesley At-Home