Speech Language Pathologist - Orange Grove

Tier1usa; Tucson (AZ); Hybrid; USD 86,000 - 109,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

401(k) with company contribution

Holidays and paid time off

Short-term disability coverage

Continuing education and training

Job summary

Soar Autism Center in Tucson, AZ seeks a Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) to join our pediatric team. You will assess and treat children ages 2–6 using an interdisciplinary early intervention model, incorporating AAC and ESDM strategies to broaden communication skills with families.

The role offers a 4x10 or 5x8 schedule, full-time permanent employment, and a supportive environment with ongoing professional development.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Communication Sciences and Disorders from an accredited program.
• ASHA 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.

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

Strong clinical judgment

Communication skills

Interdisciplinary care

Relationship-building

Education

Master’s degree in Communications Sciences and Disorders

ASHA CCC-SLP

Current license to practice SLP

Job description

Address 2001 West Orange Grove Road, Tucson, AZ, 85704, US

Compensation $86,000.00 - $108,500.00/year

Schedule Full time

Job Type Permanent

Industry Health medical and related

Description

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.

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
• 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.

Applications for this position will be accepted on a rolling basis.

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.