What are the responsibilities and job description for the Speech Language Pathologist or Speech Language Pathologist Assistant position at Achieve Pediatric Therapy IL LLC?
Why Join Achieve?
At Achieve, we believe therapy should be fun, collaborative, and life-changing. As a Speech-Language Pathologist, you’ll help children build the communication skills they need to thrive. You’ll have opportunities to grow and specialize in areas such as Feeding Therapy and AAC evaluations, while collaborating with a multidisciplinary team of Occupational Therapist, Physical Therapists, Clinical Counselors, and ABA professionals. We are seeking to add an additional Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) to our practice, serving children with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and other special needs . We are looking for individuals that want to build a career and grow with us. We have a great culture, positive work environment, team atmosphere, and excellent benefits.
What makes Achieve different?
We are centered around supporting our clinicians so they can do their best work for our clients and families. This includes:
- Smaller caseloads
- Flexible schedules, with no weekends
- Low staff turnover
- A positive, team-oriented work culture
- Competitive pay, solid benefits package, and bonus opportunities
- Reimbursement for license, certifications and continuing education
- Team building events
- Professional development opportunities
DESCRIPTION
Working under the direction of our Clinical Director of Rehabilitation Services, this position will oversee, establish and deliver programs and services to assess, diagnose, treat and help to prevent communication disorders in children with ASD , including pragmatic language and social skills.
- Coordinate and collaborate with Behavior Analysts and Occupational Therapists for wholistic treatment programs.
- Develop and implement speech and language treatment goals and objectives.
- Integrate evidence-based practices for ASD into all clinical practices.
- Use practice management system to generate clinical SOAP notes and maintain therapeutic records.
- Provide parent training and involvement for consistency and reinforcement.
- Provide support and guidance to the clients’ family enabling them to foster the behaviors and practices implemented in treatment
DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Previous experience working with or caring for children, in some capacity.
- Knowledge of practices, methodologies, interventions, and treatments that benefit children.
- Excellent collaboration, organization, time management, writing, and verbal communications skills.
ADVANTAGEOUS QUALIFICATIONS
- Possession of ASHA CCCs.
- Experience working with children with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), their families and caregivers.
- Knowledge of Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) regulations, compliance, and confidentiality.
- An existing CPR/First aid certificate a plus.
- Experience with telemedicine a plus.
- Ability to speak multiple languages a plus.
What Makes You a Great Fit:
- You have a passion for working with neurodiverse pediatric population
- You thrive in a team-oriented environment
- You are process oriented with strong attention to detail
- You are creative, playful, and able to make therapy fun while maintaining clinical excellence
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Disability insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Employee discount
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- License reimbursement
- Life insurance
- Opportunities for advancement
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
- Referral program
- Vision insurance
License/Certification:
- Speech-Language Pathology License (Required)
Join us in making a difference in the lives of individuals with communication challenges!
Pay: $40.00 - $80.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Continuing education credits
- Dental insurance
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- License reimbursement
- Paid time off
- Travel reimbursement
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
Experience:
- Pediatric : 1 year (Required)
License/Certification:
- SLP or SLPA License (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $40 - $80