Speech-Language Pathologist - Team Lead

• Job Title: Speech-Language Pathologist – Team Lead
• Reports To: Director of Clinical Services / Clinical Director
• Location: Multiple AB Spectrum Clinics. Rotating weekly to different clinic locations
• Type: Full-Time Clinical Staff
• Education: Master’s Degree in Speech-Language Pathology (Required)
• Compensation: $80,000 - $90,000 (Competitive and commensurate with clinical experience, knowledge, and leadership responsibilities) 
• Schedule: Monday - Friday | 7:30 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. (No weekends)

AB Spectrum, named a Top Workplace by the St. Louis Post-Dispatch, provides specialized Reggio ABA (Applied Behavior Analysis) therapy for young children (ages 1-6). Our centers focus on a Therapy Through Play model, leveraging Natural Environment Teaching (NET) to create individualized, high-quality early intervention services in environments that replicate a natural preschool setting. We foster a collaborative culture among BCBAs, SLPs, and RBTs.

The Speech-Language Pathologist – Team Lead (SLP-TL) is a dual-role clinician responsible for delivering expert, evidence-based speech-language pathology services while providing crucial leadership, mentorship, and clinical oversight to the speech team. This role ensures the highest quality of service integration within our interdisciplinary clinical setting.

• Work alongside a team of behavior analysts providing high-quality early intervention services in a clinical setting focusing on play-based learning.
• Provide direction, instruction, and support to clients during regularly scheduled sessions.
• Conduct comprehensive assessments and determine individualized treatment plans for each student.
• Develop and update treatment plans and individualized goals per funder requirements.
• Ensure that all treatment methodologies are evidence-based and reflect recent research findings.
• Create materials for programming and assessment needs.
• Collaborate with families and staff on language support strategies and provide training to help generalize skills at home.
• Participate in team, staff, and parent meetings as needed.
• Manage caseloads effectively and submit all required documentation daily.

• Serve as the lead clinician for the speech team, acting as a resource, mentor, and point of guidance for SLPs, Clinical Fellows, and support staff.
• Provide clinical supervision, coaching, and ongoing support to team members to ensure high-quality service delivery.
• Train team members on the latest research findings, new interventions, and best practices gained through conferences and continuing education.
• Support onboarding and skill development for new team members within the speech department.
• Lead discussions on treatment planning, student progress, and program improvements.
• Monitor clinical quality by ensuring documentation, assessments, and treatment interventions meet professional and organizational standards.
• Collaborate with leadership on department goals, scheduling needs, workflow efficiencies, and continuous improvement initiatives.

• Active Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP) License in the state of Missouri.
• Certificate of Clinical Competence (CCC-SLP) 
• Demonstrated clinical experience- 3 years or more in speech-language pathology across diverse client needs, preferably in an early intervention or ABA environment.
• Proven leadership skills- 3 years or more, including the ability to mentor, guide, and support a clinical team.
• Education: Master’s Degree in Speech-Language Pathology (Required)
• Strong ability to build and maintain collaborative, professional relationships with staff, clients, and families.
• Commitment to providing ethical, evidence-based, and compassionate care.
• Ability to pass a background check and drug screening.

• Pay: Competitive and commensurate with clinical experience, knowledge, and leadership responsibilities. $80,000 - $90,000
• Health Insurance: Free Health Insurance (60% coverage during the first year of employment, 100% coverage provided thereafter).
• Additional Insurance: Options for dental and vision insurance.
• Time Off: Generous Paid Time Off (PTO), Paid holidays, and Paid sick days.
• Clinical Support:
• Set clinical/billable hours.
• Access to mentorship and professional growth opportunities.
• Promotion and career growth opportunities within the organization.
• Administrative support team to manage hiring, billing, scheduling, and other non-clinical tasks.

Professional Environment: Supportive interdisciplinary team environment (BCBAs, SLPs, RBTs, and admin) recognized as a Top Workplace by the St. Louis Post-Dispatch!

Salary : $80 - $90