Speech-Language Pathologist Assistant

Speech-Language Pathology Assistant (SLPA)

Location: Fort Myers, FL

Job Type: Full-Time | Monday–Friday | No Weekends

Make a Difference Every Day!

Are you passionate about helping children find their voice and reach their fullest potential? Stepping Stone Kids Therapy is looking for a caring, energetic, and motivated Speech-Language Pathology Assistant (SLPA) to join our growing pediatric therapy team!

As an SLPA, you'll work alongside experienced Speech-Language Pathologists in a fun, collaborative clinic environment where you'll have the opportunity to build meaningful relationships with children and their families while helping them achieve life-changing communication goals.

Why Join Stepping Stone Kids Therapy?

✔ Competitive Pay

✔ Full-Time, Consistent Schedule

✔ Monday–Friday – No Nights or Weekends

✔ Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance

✔ Paid Time Off

✔ Clinical Mentorship & Support

✔ Collaborative Multidisciplinary Team

✔ Career Growth Opportunities

✔ Positive, Family-Oriented Culture

What You'll Do

• Provide speech and language therapy services under the direction and supervision of a licensed Speech-Language Pathologist.
• Implement individualized treatment plans developed by the supervising SLP.
• Deliver engaging, play-based, and evidence-based therapy sessions that support communication, articulation, expressive and receptive language, social communication, fluency, and feeding goals, as appropriate.
• Accurately document treatment sessions, progress notes, and daily clinical documentation in a timely manner.
• Collect objective data and communicate client progress to the supervising SLP.
• Prepare treatment materials and maintain an organized therapy environment.
• Collaborate with Occupational Therapists, Board Certified Behavior Analysts (BCBAs), Registered Behavior Technicians (RBTs), and other interdisciplinary team members to provide comprehensive care.
• Educate and support caregivers by reinforcing home practice activities as directed by the supervising SLP.
• Maintain compliance with HIPAA, Medicaid requirements, company policies, and all applicable federal and state regulations.
• Participate in staff meetings, trainings, and professional development opportunities.
• Maintain productivity and documentation standards established by the organization.

Qualifications

• Associate's or Bachelor's degree from an accredited Speech-Language Pathology Assistant program.
• Current Florida Speech-Language Pathology Assistant license in good standing.
• CPR certification (or willingness to obtain upon hire).
• Strong interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a collaborative, fast-paced pediatric environment.
• Passion for helping children and families succeed.

Preferred Qualifications

• Pediatric therapy experience (clinic, school, or early intervention).
• Experience working with children diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder, speech and language delays, articulation disorders, developmental delays, ADHD, and other communication disorders.
• Experience with AAC devices is a plus.
• Bilingual (English/Spanish) preferred but not required.

New graduates are encouraged to apply! We provide mentorship and support to help you build confidence and succeed in your career.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to frequently sit, stand, kneel, squat, bend, and move throughout the workday.
• Ability to lift or assist children weighing up to 50 pounds with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Ability to actively engage in floor play, movement-based activities, and hands-on pediatric therapy sessions.

About Stepping Stone Kids Therapy

Stepping Stone Kids Therapy is a multidisciplinary pediatric therapy practice dedicated to helping children reach their fullest potential through compassionate, evidence-based care. Our team of Speech-Language Pathologists, Occupational Therapists, BCBAs, and RBTs works together to provide exceptional therapy services in a collaborative and supportive environment.

We believe in investing in our employees through mentorship, teamwork, professional development, and opportunities for growth because when our team succeeds, our children succeed.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Stepping Stone Kids Therapy is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace where all qualified applicants receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person