What are the responsibilities and job description for the Speech Language Assistant position at First Step Therapy LLC?
FLEXIBLE SCHEDULE • 1099 OPPORTUNITY • PEDIATRIC THERAPY
❤️ WHY FIRST STEP THERAPY?
We believe great therapy starts with GREAT Therapists.
You’ll collaborate with experienced occupational therapists and other therapy professionals while helping children develop the skills they need to learn, grow, communicate, participate, and become more independent. We provide occupational, physical, speech, and ABA therapy in clinic, home, and community settings. Our team works with children and young adults ages 0–21 with a variety of diagnoses and developmental needs.
Your work can make a difference not only for the child, but for the entire family. Come take your First Steps with Us!!
POSITION AVAILABLE:
Speech-Language Pathology Assistant (SLPA)
1099 Contractor — Full-Time or Part-Time
Location: Community Based in Orange County or Osceola County
WHAT WE OFFER:
- Flexible Scheduling
- Home & CommunityBased Opportunities
- Paid Training & Mentorship
- Supportive Multidisciplinary Team
- Opportunity to Grow With a Growing Pediatric Therapy Company
- Meaningful Work With Children & Families
ASK ABOUT OUR PAY OPTIONS!!!
❤️ MAKE A DIFFERENCE EVERY DAY:
RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE:
- Provide speech and language therapy services under the direction and supervision of a licensed SpeechLanguage Pathologist
- Implement individualized treatment plans developed by the supervising SLP
- Help children develop functional language, communication, and social communication skills
- Monitor and document patient progress
- Provide caregiver education and support as directed
- Collaborate with supervising SLPs, caregivers, and other members of the multidisciplinary team
- Communicate patient progress and treatment observations to the supervising SLP
- Assist with ongoing treatment planning and reevaluation activities as permitted within the SLPA scope of practice
REQUIREMENTS:
- Bachelor’s Degree in Communication Disorders or a related qualifying field
- Current Florida SLPA License
- Level II fingerprinting/background clearance
- Valid Driver’s License
- Professional Liability Insurance
- Pediatric experience preferred
- Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC) experience preferred
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Excellent teamwork and organizational skills
- Genuine passion for helping children communicate, learn, and thrive
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- Pediatric therapy experience (at least 1 years) required for community based setting
- Ability to assist patients in acquiring communication skills
- AAC experience (preferred)
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
- Provide speech services (treatment) to the patients
- Following treatment plan set by evaluating therapist
- Caregiver education
- Team collaboration
- Assisting evaluating therapist in developing appropriate treatment plan at reevaluation
Company info: http://www.firststep-therapy.com
Equal Opportunity Employer
Keywords: SLPA, pediatrics, community based, home, schools, daycare, Orlando, Longwood, Winter Garden, Orange County, Kissimmee, Poinciana, St.Cloud, Osceola County.
About First Step Therapy LLC
First Step Therapy is a pediatric therapy company offering occupational, physical, speech, feeding, and ABA therapies in clinics, home, and community environments.Salary : $50,000