Pediatric SLPA: Impactful Speech & Language Support

Professional Therapy Solutions; Newport Beach (CA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Stepping Stones Therapy, Inc. is seeking a compassionate Speech-Language Pathology Assistant (SLPA) to provide speech and language services to children and adolescents under the supervision of a licensed SLP.

Services may be provided in clinic and/or school-based settings depending on the assignment. The SLPA will implement treatment plans, document progress, collaborate with families and team members, and support high-quality services.

Qualifications

• Completion of an approved Speech-Language Pathology Assistant educational or training program.
• Current California SLPA registration/license in good standing.
• Knowledge of speech, language, communication, and child development.
• Experience working with children and adolescents preferred.
• Experience with pediatric, school-based, and/or neurodivergent populations is preferred.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to follow treatment plans and supervisory direction.
• Strong organizational, documentation, and time-management skills.
• Reliable, professional, flexible, and able to work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team.

Responsibilities

• Provide individual and group speech and language therapy under the direction and supervision of a licensed SLP.
• Implement treatment plans and goals established by the supervising SLP.
• Provide intervention targeting areas such as articulation, phonology, receptive and expressive language, pragmatic/social communication, fluency, and other communication needs within the SLPA's scope of practice.
• Prepare appropriate therapy materials and activities based on client/student goals.
• Collect accurate data during treatment sessions and monitor progress toward established goals.
• Complete treatment notes, documentation, and other required records accurately and within established timelines.
• Communicate relevant observations and client/student progress to the supervising SLP.
• Participate in supervision meetings and maintain regular communication with the supervising SLP.
• Collaborate professionally with SLPs, teachers, occupational therapists, physical therapists, behavior professionals, administrators, office staff, and other members of the treatment or educational team.
• Maintain an organized, safe, and engaging therapy environment.
• Follow established schedules and communicate scheduling concerns, cancellations, and changes promptly.
• Maintain client/student confidentiality and comply with HIPAA, FERPA, and applicable privacy requirements.
• Follow all Stepping Stones Therapy policies and procedures.
• Perform duties only within the legally permitted scope of practice for an SLPA and under appropriate SLP supervision.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Skills

Speech-language knowledge

Interpersonal communication

Follow treatment plans

Documentation and data collection

Team collaboration

Experience with children/adolescents

Education

CA SLPA license/registration

Approved SLPA program completion

Job description

Stepping Stones Therapy, Inc. is seeking a compassionate Speech-Language Pathology Assistant (SLPA) to provide speech and language services to children and adolescents under the supervision of a licensed SLP.

Services may be provided in clinic and/or school-based settings depending on the assignment. The SLPA will implement treatment plans, document progress, collaborate with families and team members, and support high-quality services.