Speech and Language Pathologist Assistant

Hillcrest Educational Centers, Inc.; Pittsfield (MA); On-site; USD 57,518 - 63,467; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental & vision insurance

Tuition assistance

403B retirement plan

Child care reimbursement

Wellness program

Job summary

Hillcrest Educational Centers, Inc. is seeking a Speech and Language Pathologist Assistant in Pittsfield to support children and young adults with diverse needs through effective communication. This role involves providing direct intervention, implementing treatment plans, and tracking student progress in a team-oriented environment.

The ideal candidate will hold relevant degrees and possess a Massachusetts license, with experience in educational or therapeutic settings. The position offers a salary between $57,518 and $63,467 annually, along with comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• Must hold a current Massachusetts Speech-Language Pathology Assistant License.
• 3+ years of experience in educational or therapeutic settings preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct speech and language intervention to students.
• Implement individualized treatment plans and document progress.
• Support communication goals in diverse settings.

Skills

Experience with children and adolescents

Communication disorders knowledge

Team collaboration

Education

Associate's Degree in Speech-Language Pathology or Audiology

Bachelor's Degree in Communication Sciences and Disorders

Job description

Speech and Language Pathologist Assistant

Make a lasting impact through the power of communication. We are seeking a compassionate, dedicated, and collaborative Speech-Language Pathology Assistant (SLPA) to support the communication and language development of children and young adults with diverse learning and developmental needs. Working under the supervision of a licensed Speech‑Language Pathologist, the SLPA plays an essential role in delivering high-quality speech and language services that empower students to reach their full potential.

This position offers the opportunity to provide direct intervention, implement individualized treatment plans, collect and document student progress, and support communication goals across educational, residential, vocational, and community settings. If you are passionate about making a meaningful difference in the lives of students and thrive in a team-oriented environment, we encourage you to apply.

Schedule: Monday‑Friday

Educational Requirements:

• Associate's Degree in Speech‑Language Pathology or Audiology from an approved program
• Bachelor's Degree with a major in Speech‑Language Pathology, Communication Sciences and Disorders, Audiology, or a related field
• Bachelor's Degree and completion of a Board‑approved Speech‑Language Pathology Assistant certificate program
• Associate's, Bachelor's, or advanced degree that includes:
  • At least 18 semester credit hours in Speech‑Language Pathology and/or Audiology; and
  • At least 6 semester credit hours in speech, language, or hearing disorders.

Preferred: Bachelor's Degree in Communication Sciences and Disorders or related field

Experience:

• Experience working with children and adolescents with communication disorders, autism spectrum disorders, emotional disabilities, intellectual disabilities, or multiple disabilities
• Experience in educational, clinical, residential, or therapeutic settings

Licenses or Certification:

• Current Massachusetts Speech‑Language Pathology Assistant License in good standing, or eligibility to obtain licensure prior to the start of employment

Pay Rate: $57,518 – $63,467 annually

Benefits:

• Child care reimbursement paid quarterly
• Health, dental & vision insurance
• Tuition assistance reimbursement to support you earning a college degree
• Student loan pay down program to reduce your college loan debt
• Employer paid life insurance
• Wellness program
• Employee assistance program to support you through stressful times in life
• Hillcrest has its own dental office where you can make payment through payroll deduction if needed
• 403B retirement plan to help you save for your financial future
• 40% off gym membership with Bousquet Sport

We look forward to hearing from you.