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Job DetailsJob Location: Behavioral Therapy Center - Birmingham, AL 35222Position Type: Full TimeGlenwood is seeking an experienced and passionate Senior Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP) or Occupational Therapist (OT) to provide clinical leadership and support the continued growth of our therapy programs. This role combines direct client care with leadership responsibilities, offering an opportunity to mentor clinicians, drive quality outcomes, and help shape exceptional therapy services for children and families.

Reporting to the Director of the Behavioral Therapy Center, the Senior SLP/OT serves as a clinical leader supporting therapists, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards, and promoting evidence-based practices while maintaining a reduced clinical caseload.

Clinical Leadership

Provide clinical guidance and supervision to Speech-Language Pathologists and Occupational Therapists.
Serve as a subject matter expert for evaluations, treatment planning, interventions, documentation, and best practices.
Collaborate with therapists on complex cases and treatment recommendations.
Promote consistency and evidence-based care across therapy disciplines.
Maintain a reduced clinical caseload to support ongoing clinical expertise.

Staff Development & Mentorship

Participate in recruitment, interviewing, onboarding, and orientation of therapy staff.
Mentor and coach team members to support professional growth and clinical excellence.
Conduct competency assessments and skills validation for new clinicians.
Support student interns and clinical placements, as applicable.
Foster a collaborative, positive work environment. (Glenwood’s Model of Care)
Assist with conflict resolution and employee engagement initiatives.

Clinical Operations & Quality Assurance

Monitor productivity, scheduling efficiency, cancellations, and no-show trends.
Ensure timely completion of evaluations, treatment plans, progress notes, and discharge documentation.
Support compliance with physician orders, Medicaid requirements, payer standards, accreditation standards, and organizational policies.
Participate in internal clinical record reviews, internal audits, and quality improvement initiatives.
Assist with accreditation surveys and external audits.
Monitor documentation quality and identify opportunities for process improvement.
Build positive relationships with families, caregivers, physicians, schools, and referral sources.

Administrative Responsibilities

Maintain professional licensure and continuing education requirements.
Support departmental goals and perform additional duties as assigned.

QualificationsEducation

Master's degree in Speech-Language Pathology or Occupational Therapy from an accredited program.

Licensure & Certifications

For Speech-Language Pathologists

Current Alabama Speech-Language Pathology License

ASHA Certificate of Clinical Competence (CCC-SLP)

For Occupational Therapists

Current Alabama Occupational Therapy License

NBCOT preferred

Experience

Minimum of 2 years of clinical experience
Two years previous supervisory, lead therapist, or program leadership experience preferred
Experience in a pediatric outpatient setting, particularly with developmental delays and/or intellectual disabilities
Knowledge of Alabama Medicaid documentation and billing requirements

Key Success Measures

Support departmental productivity goals while maintaining a reduced caseload
Ensure documentation compliance and quality standards are met
Successfully onboard and mentor new therapy staff
Maintain compliance with payer, Medicaid, accreditation, and regulatory requirements
Promote employee engagement, retention, and professional development
Ensure timely completion of clinical documentation and competency assessments

Glenwood is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. We provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants, without regard to consideration of or discrimination against race, religion, creed, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition or characteristics, genetic information, marital status, citizenship, veteran status or any other classification prohibited by applicable local, State, or Federal laws.