Speech Language Pathologist - Early Intervention

United Ability; Birmingham (AL); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid vacation (3 weeks)

Sick time

Childcare assistance

Life insurance

Disability benefits

Retirement plan with employer match

Earned wage access

Job summary

United Ability is hiring a Speech Language Pathologist to provide early intervention services for children from birth to age 3 in Birmingham, AL. The role involves evaluations and therapy in home and community settings to help children reach maximum independence.

The ideal candidate holds a Master’s in Speech-Language Pathology, valid AL licensure, and CCC-SLP (or pursuing). ABESPA/ASHA certifications are preferred, with strong documentation and caregiver training expectations.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Speech-Language Pathology is required.
• Current AL license to practice is required.
• CCC-SLP or in progress is required.
• ABESPA and ASHA licenses are preferred.
• Basic computer skills and EMR use required.
• Experience in pediatric speech therapy preferred.
• Valid driver’s license required.
• Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Provide speech-language therapy services for children in homes and community settings as part of Early Intervention.
• Communicate with families regarding child’s progress.
• Implement and monitor individualized treatment plans to maximize independence.
• Demonstrate activities to caregivers and provide home programs as appropriate.
• Complete required documentation for each child.

Skills

Pediatric therapy

Communication with families

EMR documentation

Education

Master’s degree in Speech Language Pathology

AL State License to practice Speech Language Pathology

CCC-SLP certification or in progress

ABESPA/ASHA certification preferred

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: United Ability - Birmingham, AL 35211
Position Type: Full Time
Job Shift: Day Monday-Friday; 40 hours per week;Benefits Eligible

United Ability is an organization that provides a variety of services to individuals with disabilities. We are currently seeking candidates to join our team as a Speech Language Pathologist for children birth to age 3. In this role you will be responsible for providing evaluations and speech therapy for children with delays and/or communication needs to recover, develop or improve independent communication abilities so that the child can reach their maximum independence. Employees at United Ability are here to serve others through the everyday fulfillment of its mission. Together, we accomplish significant goals for the advancement of United Ability.

A career at United Ability includes:

• Medical, dental and vision insurance


• 3 weeks paid vacation with additional paid sick time


• Subsidized childcare for eligible employees


• Life insurance, disability benefits, health and wellness programs


• Retirement savings plan with employer match


• Immediate app that allows you to draw your earned pay when you need it

Collaborating with other team members, you will:

• Performs speech language therapy services for children in homes/community for Early Intervention services


• Communicates with families regarding child’s progress


• Promotes maximum independence by implementing quality, individually designed treatment plans and activities


• Teaches and trains caregivers by demonstration/modeling of activities and providing a home program when appropriate to promote maximum independence


• Completes required documentation on each child

Applicant general qualifications include:

• Master’s degree in Speech Language Pathology required


• Current License to practice Speech Language Therapy in the state of AL.


• Certificate of Clinical Competence or working towards certificate required


• ABESPA and ASHA licenses preferred


• Basic computer skills and use of EMR required


• Experience working in pediatric speech therapy preferred


• Valid driver’s licenses required


• Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs

Please note that this job description is not designed to provide a comprehensive list of all activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this position. Job duties may change at any time and without prior notice. New job duties may be added as needed.

Reasonable Accommodations

Please also note that reasonable accommodations may be made to enable employees with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position.