What are the responsibilities and job description for the Speech & Language Pathologist Assistant position at May Institute?
Licensed Speech-Language Pathology Assistants |
May Center for Early Intervention | May Institute Full-Time | Community-Based
The Licensed Speech-Language Pathology Assistant (SLPA) provides progressive, individualized speech and language services that support meaningful communication outcomes for individuals served at our May Center for Early Intervention in Western Massachusetts.
Position Overview
The Licensed Speech-Language Pathology Assistant (SLPA) supports the delivery of individualized, evidence-based communication services that drive meaningful progress for students with autism and developmental disabilities. Reporting to a Speech-Language Pathologist, this role collaborates with Developmental Specialists, Occupational Therapists, Social Workers, and Physical Therapists to implement and support speech-language programs across home and community settings. Through a consultative, team-based approach, the SLPA helps ensure consistent, data-informed interventions that enhance student outcomes and independence.
What You’ll Do
May Center for Early Intervention | May Institute Full-Time | Community-Based
The Licensed Speech-Language Pathology Assistant (SLPA) provides progressive, individualized speech and language services that support meaningful communication outcomes for individuals served at our May Center for Early Intervention in Western Massachusetts.
Position Overview
The Licensed Speech-Language Pathology Assistant (SLPA) supports the delivery of individualized, evidence-based communication services that drive meaningful progress for students with autism and developmental disabilities. Reporting to a Speech-Language Pathologist, this role collaborates with Developmental Specialists, Occupational Therapists, Social Workers, and Physical Therapists to implement and support speech-language programs across home and community settings. Through a consultative, team-based approach, the SLPA helps ensure consistent, data-informed interventions that enhance student outcomes and independence.
What You’ll Do
- Support the delivery of speech and language services by collaborating with Speech-Language Pathologists to implement individualized communication goals
- Provide direct child and family support through play and social communication activities
- Facilitate and support AAC systems, ensuring effective use across settings
- Collaborate across disciplines to ensure consistency in communication programming
- Develop and adapt speech and language programs based on individual child and family needs and ongoing progress
- Contribute to IFSP development, including goal writing, progress monitoring, and reporting
- Utilize data to inform decision-making, supporting adjustments to goals and interventions
- Massachusetts SLPA licensure required
- Experience working with children and families in home and community settings
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Competitive Pay: $50k-63K
- Generous Paid Time Off, including your birthday as a holiday
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance to keep you covered
- Paid training and certifications to support your career growth
- Tuition reimbursement & loan repayment assistance for your future
- 403(b) Retirement Plan with employer match
Salary : $50,000 - $63,000