What are the responsibilities and job description for the Speech-Language Pathologist position at A Sensory Place - Speech Therapy Services?
Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP) – Contract Position
About Us
At Sensory World, we are building a supportive, play-based environment where children can grow, communicate, and thrive. We are looking for compassionate and motivated Speech-Language Pathologists who are passionate about helping children build communication skills through meaningful, individualized therapy.
This is a flexible contract position designed for therapists who value autonomy, work-life balance, and the ability to create their own schedule.
Position Overview
We are seeking a licensed Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP) to provide speech and language therapy services to pediatric clients with a variety of communication needs, including speech delays, articulation disorders, language disorders, autism spectrum disorder, social communication challenges, fluency disorders, feeding concerns, and childhood apraxia of speech.
This position also offers the opportunity to supervise Speech-Language Pathology Assistants (SLPAs) in accordance with ASHA and state supervision guidelines.
The ideal candidate is patient-centered, collaborative, creative, and comfortable working independently.
What We Offer
- Flexible scheduling
- Create your own caseload and availability
- Contract position with autonomy and independence
- Minimal administrative responsibilities
- Supportive, family-centered environment
- Work-life balance focused culture
- Supervision opportunities available
- Opportunity to make a meaningful impact in children’s lives
Responsibilities
Clinical Responsibilities
- Conduct speech and language evaluations and screenings
- Develop individualized treatment plans and therapy goals
- Provide evidence-based speech and language therapy services
- Treat pediatric clients with a variety of communication disorders and developmental differences
- Address articulation, expressive/receptive language, social communication, fluency, AAC, feeding, and motor speech needs as appropriate
- Implement individualized therapy strategies tailored to each child’s learning style and sensory needs
- Collaborate with families and caregivers regarding treatment progress and home strategies
- Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation and session notes
- Monitor client progress and adjust treatment goals as needed
- Maintain ethical and professional standards in accordance with ASHA and state licensing requirements
- Participate in team collaboration as needed
SLPA Supervision Responsibilities (Optional Opportunity)
Qualified SLPs may supervise Speech-Language Pathology Assistants (SLPAs) in accordance with ASHA and state guidelines.
Supervision Responsibilities Include:
- Provide clinical supervision and mentorship to assigned SLPAs
- Conduct initial client involvement before assigning treatment implementation to SLPAs
- Review and approve treatment plans, goals, and clinical recommendations
- Provide ongoing direct and indirect supervision of therapy sessions
- Observe SLPA treatment sessions as required by ASHA and state regulations
- Monitor client progress and review therapy data regularly
- Ensure quality of care, ethical compliance, and adherence to treatment plans
- Be available to SLPAs for clinical guidance and support
- Maintain documentation of supervision activities and supervisory meetings
- Conduct competency reviews and provide feedback to SLPAs
- Ensure all supervised staff remain within SLPA scope of practice
Supervision Expectations
- Opportunity to supervise a minimum of three SLPAs
- Supervision conducted in accordance with ASHA and Arizona state requirements
- Maintain supervisory documentation and oversight requirements
- Provide direct and indirect supervision as clinically required
- Increased supervision provided for new SLPAs or complex cases as appropriate
Administrative Expectations
This position is intentionally designed to minimize administrative burden on therapists.
Therapists are only responsible for:
- Completing and submitting session documentation/therapy notes in a timely manner
- Maintaining active licensure and professional credentials
- Clinical supervision responsibilities if supervising SLPAs
Scheduling, billing, intake coordination, insurance, client communication, and operational support are handled internally.
Qualifications
- Master’s degree in Speech-Language Pathology
- Active state SLP license in good standing
- Certificate of Clinical Competence (CCC-SLP) preferred
- Clinical Fellows (CFs) may be considered for non-supervisory roles
- Experience working with pediatric populations preferred
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively
- Passion for helping children and families
Additional Qualifications for Supervising SLPs
- Meets ASHA and Arizona supervision requirements
- Completion of required supervision training/professional development
- Ability to mentor and support SLPAs effectively
Schedule
- Set your own hours
- Part-time, full-time, and hybrid opportunities available
- Flexible weekday and/or weekend availability welcomed
Employment Type
1099 Independent Contractor
Ideal Candidate
You are someone who:
- Loves working with children
- Wants flexibility and autonomy
- Prefers therapy over excessive paperwork
- Values creativity, compassion, and connection
- Enjoys mentoring and supporting other clinicians
- Wants to be part of a supportive and mission-driven environment
To Apply
If you are passionate about helping children communicate and thrive, we would love to hear from you.
Pay: $50.00 - $55.00 per hour
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Avondale, AZ 85323
Salary : $50 - $55