Interdisciplinary SLP — Early Intervention & AAC

Soar Autism Center; Silver Spring (MD); On-site; USD 86,000 - 109,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Quality medical plans with zero-deduct

Dental and vision coverage

Company 401(k) with company match

11 company holidays

15 additional days off

Short-term disability paid by Soar

Student loan reimbursement

Job summary

Soar Autism Center is seeking a Speech Language Pathologist to join a collaborative, interdisciplinary care team on-site. You will work with children ages 2–6, assessing and treating communication needs, and developing individualized plans that integrate AAC as appropriate.

You will collaborate with BCBAs, OTs, psychologists, and other clinicians, contributing to coordinated care and ongoing professional growth in early intervention and autism-focused therapy.

Qualifications

• Master's Degree in CSD from an accredited program.
• Current license to practice speech-language pathology.
• Preference for 3+ years of experience; open to newer clinicians.
• Experience with AAC a plus; willing to grow skills with teams.
• Ability to connect with young children and communicate effectively.
• Strong clinical judgment and thoughtful, individualized care.
• Interest in cross-disciplinary collaboration and learning from others.
• Clear professional communication, both verbal and written.

Responsibilities

• Serve as an on-site Speech Language Pathologist for children aged 2–6 in a center-based setting.
• Assess speech, language, and communication needs and develop individualized treatment plans.
• Conduct multidisciplinary assessments with BCBAs, OTs, psychologists, and others.
• Develop and implement communication interventions, including AAC strategies and devices.
• Collaborate with BCBAs, RBTs, OTs, and mental health professionals for integrated plans of care.
• Participate in co-treatment and shared problem-solving with other disciplines as needed.
• Monitor progress and adapt plans based on data and evolving needs.
• Help families understand and reinforce communication goals throughout the day.
• Lead weekly interdisciplinary care meetings and contribute to coordinated care.

Skills

Interdisciplinary collaboration

AAC knowledge

Child engagement

Clinical judgment

Education

Master's Degree in Communication Sciences and Disorders

Job description

Soar Autism Center is seeking a Speech Language Pathologist to join a collaborative, interdisciplinary care team on-site. You will work with children ages 2–6, assessing and treating communication needs, and developing individualized plans that integrate AAC as appropriate.

You will collaborate with BCBAs, OTs, psychologists, and other clinicians, contributing to coordinated care and ongoing professional growth in early intervention and autism-focused therapy.