Indiana First Steps Speech Language Pathologist

Associates in Pediatric Therapy; Shelbyville (KY); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) match

PTO

Life & disability insurance

Professional liability insurance

Mentorship

Flexible schedules

Bonuses

Job summary

Associates in Pediatric Therapy (APT) is seeking a First Steps Speech-Language Pathologist to evaluate and treat children from birth to age 3 in natural environments such as homes and daycares. You will join a clinician-run team that values mentorship, flexible scheduling, and growth opportunities while providing comprehensive pediatric therapy services.

The role emphasizes family-centered care, collaboration with interdisciplinary teams, and thorough documentation to support IFSPs and outcomes.

Qualifications

• Master's in Speech-Language Pathology required and active license preferred.
• Experience evaluating/treating pediatric birth-to-three populations.
• Ability to document IFSPs and progress notes accurately.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate and treat children from birth to age 3 for speech and language disorders.
• Provide services in natural environments (homes, daycares, community centers).
• Collaborate with PTs, OTs, and other SLPs to support IFSPs.

Skills

Communication

Team collaboration

Documentation

Education

Master's in Speech-Language Pathology

SLP Licensure

Job description

Location: Natural environment

Making a difference and helping kids shine, one session at a time. At Associates in Pediatric Therapy (APT), we don’t just offer therapy, we build brighter futures through compassionate, individualized care. As a therapist with APT, you’ll be part of a dynamic, supportive team that puts kids and families first, all in a fun, energizing environment designed to help everyone thrive (including you!).

Description

First Steps Speech-Language Pathologist

Location: Natural environment

What Makes APT Different?

• Client-Focused Care = No cookie cutter plans
• Diverse Caseloads = Avoiding a “one-size-fits-all” approach
• Family-First Mindset = We care for the whole child
• Run by Clinicians = You’re never just a number here, our therapists take pride in what they do

Why You'll Love It Here

• Mentorship: Whether you are a new grad or an experienced therapist, APT provides top notch mentorship.
• Flexible Schedules: Because life outside of work matters, too!
• Bonuses + Growth Opportunities: Your work is valued, and your goals matter.
• Amazing Benefits: Health, dental, vision, 401(k) match, PTO, life & disability insurance, company provided professional liability insurance – we’ve got you covered.
• Clinician Run Company: You’ll be supported by people who get the work you do.

What You’ll Do

• The primary responsibility of a Indiana First Steps provider is to evaluate and provide treatment for pediatric patients between the ages of birth and three years with needs in the areas of physical, social-emotional, self-help, communication, and cognitive development.
• First Steps at APT, while working primarily in children’s natural environments (homes, daycares, community centers, etc.) also have the opportunity to work in other APT offices and contract locations, depending on the counties/areas served.
• PTs, OTs, and SLPs interested in any of these settings can apply for this position.

First Steps Provider Essential Duties And Responsibilities (all Disciplines)

• Work closely with patients’ caregivers and the interdisciplinary team to develop and implement Individualized Family Service Plans (IFSPs) through a Coaching Model. Accurately document treatment sessions as well as progress or evaluation reports in detail.
• Accurately document treatment sessions as well as progress or evaluation reports in detail.
• Maintains professional/technical competencies and proficiencies for job responsibilities and upholds federal/state licensure and ethical expectations.

First Steps Occupational Therapist Essential Duties, Responsibilities And Requirements

• Evaluate children from birth to age 3 for fine motor development, visual motor development, sensory processing and modulation differences, executive functioning skills, and more in order to determine impact on activities of daily living (ADLs), rest and sleep, education, play, leisure, and social participation.
• Our ideal candidate holds a masters degree in Occupational Therapy and an applicable and current, unrestricted license to practice (or in the process of obtaining license).

First Steps Speech-Language Pathologist Essential Duties, Responsibilities, And Requirements

• Evaluate and treat children from birth to age 3 for speech, language, oral motor, voice, fluency, articulation, or social communication disorders to achieve highest level of functioning and prevent regression.
• Our ideal candidate holds a masters degree in Speech-Language Pathology and an applicable and current, unrestricted license to practice (or in the process of obtaining license).

Associates in Pediatric Therapy is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.