Children's Therapy Services Clinical Director

Company: AbilityPath
Location: Redwood City
Posted on: January 20, 2023

Job Description:

AbilityPath is hiring a Children's Therapy Services Clinical Director!AbilityPath is hiring a Children' Therapy Services Clinical Director to join our Children's Therapy team and oversee pediatric and youth therapy programs at multiple clinic locations in San Mateo and Santa Clara counties in California. We are looking for an experienced leader to provide clinical leadership for Occupational Therapy, Speech Language Therapy, Physical Therapy, Early Intervention Special Education Services, and Parent Education Programs.ABOUT US:We are a non-profit organization that provides a variety of programs and a lifespan of services for individuals with disabilities. Our mission to accept, respect, and include people of all abilities extends to every member of our community. We are committed to the lifelong process of diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) learning and application to build a more inclusive culture, where everyone plays a role in advancing DEI. We will always have work to do, and we look forward to doing it TOGETHER!WHAT WE OFFER:At AbilityPath, we support a well-rounded career experience with a focus on career development, collaboration, employee wellness, and employee recognition, including the below benefits and opportunities for staff:Up to 4 weeks of PTO10 paid holidays Comprehensive and affordable medical, dental, and vision benefits upon hire 401(k) plan with employer matchPerformance bonusesEducational reimbursement benefit with ongoing professional development and growth opportunities Full-time staff onlyWHAT WE VALUE:Passion for the missionInterest in working with children with intellectual and developmental disabilitiesTeamwork and collaborationEffective and open communication, thoughtfulness, and ability to adaptShared commitment to DEI in creating a community where all members can represent themselves authenticallyWe strongly encourage BIPOC, LGBTQ+, disabled, and any multiply marginalized people to apply. AbilityPath is committed to recruiting and retaining diverse diversity among our staff teams.ABOUT THE ROLE:This full-time position leads and implements innovative program planning, curriculum development, team supervision, and service delivery in accordance with pediatric therapy (Speech/OT/PT) and Early Intervention current and new best practices. The Children's Therapy Services Clinical Director reports into AbilityPath's Chief Operating Officer (COO) and acts in partnership with the Children's and Family Programs Administration Director to manage financial outcomes and lead program expansion to increase children and families served across all services and referral sources. This role will oversee multidisciplinary teams in multiple clinics and will lead the integration of services with newly affiliated programs. This position is required to be able to work onsite; out of state applicants licensed to practice in California are welcome to apply for relocation.EDUCATION AND WORK EXPERIENCE:In our approach to inclusive hiring, we recognize that job qualifications within hiring policies have been used to exclude candidates from marginalized backgrounds. Below is a list of Education and Work Experience that would be helpful to have in this role, however, we encourage you to apply even if you may not meet all of the listed qualifications, as any combination of lived and learned education and experience can make you a successful candidate.Master's degree in Child Development, Special Education, or Pediatric Therapy fieldFive (5) to Seven (7) years of experience working as a manager in pediatric Speech/OT/PT therapeutic service delivery programs and overseeing staff supervision in a clinical settingHIRING REQUIREMENTS:Valid California Driver's License/IDClean Driving Record (if applicable)Proof of negative TB test resultsVerification of occupational physical clearancePass a criminal fingerprint clearance18 years of age or job permit clearanceProof of Covid-19 Vaccination + first boosterPHYSICAL ACTIVITY:Employees have the opportunity to share access needs during the interview process, upon hire, and ongoing throughout their employment. AbilityPath recognizes that each person has unique access needs and we are committed to an ongoing evaluation process to make our organization more accessible to meet the needs of our team members.Ability to drive personal vehicle to conduct home visitsAbility to physically manage children up to 40 lbs (carrying, positioning)Ability to sit, stand, stoop, and bend frequentlyAbility to sit and keyboard as neededEQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY:AbilityPath is an equal opportunity employer and makes employment decisions on the basis of merit. We want to have the best available persons in every job. Our policy prohibits unlawful discrimination on the basis of race, religion (including religious dress and grooming practices), color, national origin, gender identity, gender expression, ancestry (including language-use restrictions and possession of a driver's license), citizenship, physical or mental disability, genetic characteristics, genetic information, marital status, domestic partner status, family care status, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), age, sexual orientation, legally protected medical condition, military or veteran status, or other consideration made unlawful by applicable federal, state, or local laws. AbilityPath will not tolerate any unlawful discrimination against, harassment of, or disrespectful or unprofessional conduct toward an employee based upon any of the protected characteristics listed above or based on the perception that anyone has any of those characteristics or is associated with a person who has or is perceived as having any of those characteristics. All such discrimination is unlawful.Via Services is now affiliated with AbilityPath, thriving together to provide a lifetime of opportunities for individuals with developmental disabilities. Learn more at abilitypath.org/affiliationFAQ.

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