Speech Language Pathologist Assistant (SLP-A)

Pediatric Developmental Services; Okeechobee (FL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Dental, & Vision Insurance

IRA with company matching

Unlimited CEUs

Materials stipend

Licensure reimbursement

Great Mentorship Program

Job summary

Pediatric Developmental Services is seeking a full-time Speech Language Pathologist Assistant (SLP-A) to ensure the children in the school you are assigned receive the right speech therapy services. The role offers a competitive salary, generous benefits, and mentorship to support your professional growth.

As an SLP-A, you will interact with students, teachers, and families, and deliver services per IEPs/504 plans.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required in SLP or communication disorders.
• State SLP-A license required.
• Experience working with K-12 students preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality speech-language therapy services to students based on IEPs/504 plans.
• Conduct evaluations, assessments, and write reports to identify speech, language, and related needs.
• Develop and assist in implementing treatment plans (IEPs/504 plans) to support student progress.

Skills

Strong communication

Patient empathy

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Speech Language Pathology or Communication Disorders

Job description

Pediatric Developmental Services is seeking to hire a full-time Speech Language Pathologist Assistant (SLP-A) to ensure the children in the school you are assigned are given the right speech therapy services. Do you enjoy working with children in a school setting? Would you like to improve the lives of students through exceptional speech therapy? If so, this may be the SLP-A position for you!

This SLP-A position comes with a competitive salary and generous benefits. Our benefits package includes:

• Health, Dental, & Vision Insurance with company contribution
• IRA with company matching
• Unlimited CEUs
• Materials stipend
• Licensure reimbursement
• Great Mentorship Program!

SLP-A Requirements:

• Bachelors Degree in Speech Language Pathology or Communication Disorders
• State SLP-A License
• Experience working with K-12 kids

A DAY IN THE LIFE OF A SLP-A

As a Speech-Language Pathologist Assistant (SLP-A), you spend most of your day utilizing your excellent communication skills as you interact with a diverse population of students, teachers, specialists, parents, and colleagues to improve the lives of the children you work with. You provide high-quality speech-language therapy services to students based on their IEPs/504 plans. Conducting evaluations, assessments, analyzing results, and writing reports, you determine the strengths and areas of concern in speech, voice, fluency, pragmatics, language, and oral motor skills.

In order to support students in their overall educational improvement, you assist in developing treatment plans (IEPs/504 plans). Helping students become successful in a school setting and beyond through speech-language therapy, is meaningful work that builds a rewarding career. Plus, boredom is never a factor because no two days are alike and every student is unique. As an SLP-A, you love being able to work with these exceptional students and aid them in their success.

Do you have strong communication skills? Are you self-motivated? Are you patient and willing to problem solve? Can you easily connect with children and their parents? If so, you may be perfect for this SLP-A position!

ABOUT PEDIATRIC DEVELOPMENTAL SERVICES

Pediatric Developmental Services (PDS) provides the nation's public school districts, charter schools, and communities at large with highly qualified pediatric therapists, including speech, occupational, and physical therapists. At PDS, we want to make a difference in the lives of children. From finding and training the best pediatric therapists to partnering them with the right schools and clinics in need, PDS supports win-win initiatives for all. From speech-language therapy to school psychology, our children deserve the best care possible, and at PDS, we make that happen.

For every therapist that works for us, we offer real support and a tailored mentorship program. We know that they are essential in our mission to make a difference in the lives of children. This is why we also offer competitive compensation and great benefits.