Speech Language Pathologist

Soar Autism Center; Chandler (AZ); On-site; USD 86,000 - 109,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

401(k) with company contribution after

11 company holidays plus 15 additional

Company-paid short-term disability

Student loan reimbursement assistance

Continuing education and career growth

Job summary

Soar Autism Center is seeking a Speech Language Pathologist to join our pediatric team. You will assess needs, deliver speech therapy, and incorporate AAC within an ESDM-informed early intervention model for children ages 2–6.

You’ll work with OTs, BCBA, psychologists, and families to set meaningful goals and monitor progress. Competitive base pay with annual bonus and comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• Requires CCC-SLP or completing a Clinical Fellowship.
• Current license to practice speech language pathology.
• Experience working with children preferred.
• AAC experience is a plus, but not required.
• Strong clinical judgment, communication and relationship-building skills.
• Interest in interdisciplinary pediatric care.

Responsibilities

• Assess speech, language, and communication needs and develop individualized treatment plans.
• Deliver developmentally appropriate speech therapy for children ages 2–6 in an early intervention setting.
• Develop and implement communication interventions, including AAC strategies and devices when appropriate.
• Conduct multidisciplinary assessments and coordinate treatment plans with OTs, BCBAs, psychologists, and other clinicians.
• Integrate communication goals into Soar’s ESDM-informed approach to early intervention.
• Partner with families to develop meaningful goals and practical strategies they can use outside of therapy.
• Collaborate with RBTs and other clinicians so communication goals are reinforced throughout each child’s day.
• Monitor progress and adapt treatment plans based on data, clinical judgment, and each child’s evolving needs.

Skills

Experience with children

AAC experience

Interdisciplinary pediatric care

Strong communication and relationship‑

Clinical judgment

Education

Master’s degree in Communication Sciences and Disorders

ASHA CCC-SLP

Current license to practice SLP

Job description

Speech Language Pathologist (SLP)

Come grow with us as a Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) at Soar Autism Center. Our speech language pathology team provides pediatric speech therapy within an interdisciplinary early intervention model for children ages 2–6 with autism. Our care model incorporates the Early Start Denver Model (ESDM), a naturalistic, developmental approach designed for young children with autism. As a Speech Language Pathologist, you’ll help young children build meaningful communication skills while growing your expertise in pediatric care, AAC, and interdisciplinary treatment.

Role Details

• Schedule: Choose between available 4x10 or 5x8 schedules, depending on location and center maturity
• Base pay: $86,000.00 - $108,500.00/year per year
• Bonus: Annual performance bonus potential up to $3,800, with additional compensation opportunities for achieving clinical certifications

What You’ll Do

• Assess speech, language, and communication needs and develop individualized treatment plans
• Deliver developmentally appropriate speech therapy for children ages 2–6 in an early intervention setting
• Develop and implement communication interventions, including AAC strategies and devices when appropriate
• Conduct multidisciplinary assessments and coordinate treatment plans with OTs, BCBAs, psychologists, and other clinicians
• Integrate communication goals into Soar’s ESDM-informed approach to early intervention
• Partner with families to develop meaningful goals and practical strategies they can use outside of therapy
• Collaborate with RBTs and other clinicians so communication goals are reinforced throughout each child’s day
• Monitor progress and adapt treatment plans based on data, clinical judgment, and each child’s evolving needs

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Communication Sciences and Disorders from an accredited program
• ASHA Certificate of Clinical Competence (CCC-SLP) required, unless applying for a Clinical Fellowship position
• Current license to practice speech language pathology
• Experience working with children preferred
• AAC experience is a plus, but not required
• Strong clinical judgment, communication, and relationship-building skills
• Interest in interdisciplinary pediatric care

What Soar Offers

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage, including medical plans with a $0 deductible
• 401(k) with company contribution after one year
• 11 company holidays plus 15 additional days off
• Company-paid short-term disability coverage
• Student loan reimbursement assistance
• Continuing education, speech therapy training, and career growth opportunities

Join Soar as a Speech Language Pathologist and help build a better model of care for children and families.

Soar Autism Center is committed to diversity and inclusion at all levels. As an equal opportunity employer, we strictly prohibit discrimination or harassment and welcome applicants of all backgrounds, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, disability, or other protected characteristics.