Speech-Language Assistant | Flexible Hours & Patient Impact

The Lakes Home Care, Inc.; Pompano Beach (FL); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Flexible work hours

Job summary

The Lakes Home Care is seeking a Speech Therapist Assistant to join our team in Florida. You will work with patients across age groups to support speech, language, cognitive‑communication, and swallowing goals under the supervision of a Speech‑Language Pathologist.

Responsibilities include assisting with assessments, delivering therapeutic activities, documenting progress, and helping develop individualized treatment plans.

Qualifications

• Current and valid state licensure or certification.
• Knowledge of speech and language disorders and therapy techniques.
• Commitment to licensure maintenance and professional development.

Responsibilities

• Assist Speech-Language Pathologists in patient assessments and data collection.
• Implement prescribed activities under supervision of the SLP.
• Provide direct patient care and document progress during sessions.
• Support treatment plan development and modification.
• Instruct patients in exercises to improve speech and communication.
• Collaborate on augmentative communication strategies.
• Communicate with patients, families, and the interdisciplinary team.
• Maintain accurate documentation of interactions and progress.
• Participate in team meetings to discuss progress.

Skills

Pediatrics

IEPs

Medical terminology

Critical care

Assessment techniques

Case management

Standardized testing

Inpatient experience

Education

State licensure or certification

Job description

The Lakes Home Care is seeking a Speech Therapist Assistant to join our team in Florida. You will work with patients across age groups to support speech, language, cognitive‑communication, and swallowing goals under the supervision of a Speech‑Language Pathologist.

Responsibilities include assisting with assessments, delivering therapeutic activities, documenting progress, and helping develop individualized treatment plans.