Job Details

Company: Amigo Baby, Inc
*Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant-COTA/L*
Program: Early Start & In-Home Program
* *Starting pay range $83,200.00 based on experience*
* *Hiring/Relocation bonus of $7,000*
* *Full Time & Part-Time hours available*
* *Job Site: On the road (Ventura County, CA)*

_*Organization:*_
For over 20 years, Amigo Baby has been a leading provider of holistic pediatric therapy in Central California. We are committed to delivering family-centered, individualized services in natural environments, helping to build a strong, supportive community for children in Bakersfield and the surrounding areas. With a culturally sensitive, team-based approach, we are proud to be part of "The First Step to a Happy Future" for many local families.

We are currently seeking a Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP) to join our growing multidisciplinary home health agency. We offer both full-time and part-time positions, and proficiency in Spanish is a plus.

Learn more about Amigo Baby on Facebook or visit 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. 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.

At Amigo Baby, we strive to create a nurturing work environment that allows our clinicians 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
* One-week company break during both Summer and Winter
* 401(k) with employer contribution match of 4%
* Staff development and mentoring opportunities
* 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 a Physical Therapy Assistant (OTA)
* 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, under direction of a supervising OT
* Support and facilitate each child's progress through developmental milestones, promoting inclusion, and fostering strong caregiver-child relationships
* Monitor child's progress and report to supervising OT
* Educate parents about speech therapy techniques for practice outside of sessions
* 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
* Other related duties as assigned

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: From $83,200.00 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
* Parental leave
* Professional development assistance
* Referral program
* Relocation assistance
* Retirement plan
* Vision insurance
Schedule:
* 4 hour shift
* 8 hour shift
* Monday to Friday



License/Certification:
* COTA/L (Required)

Ability to Relocate:
* California: Relocate before starting work (Required)


Work Location: On the road