Speech-Language Pathologist - Sign On Bonus

Origami Brain Injury Rehabilitation Center; Grand Blanc (MI); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Flexible scheduling

Paid time off

Health, dental, vision

Retirement contributions

Professional development & CE support

Job summary

Origami Rehabilitation Center is seeking a Speech-Language Pathologist to join an interdisciplinary team serving pediatric and adult clients with neurological, developmental, and orthopedic needs in Michigan. You will help clients rebuild communication, confidence, independence, and connection after life-changing injuries and conditions.

The position emphasizes person-centered care, collaboration, and ongoing staff development.

Qualifications

• CCC-SLP certification required and ongoing Michigan licensure.
• Maintains CCC-SLP and state licensure throughout employment.
• Brain Injury Specialist certification offered after hire.

Responsibilities

• Model a positive therapeutic environment and maintain confidentiality.
• Evaluate and treat clients per physician referrals following ASHA code of ethics.
• Document assessments, progress notes, and discharge summaries in a timely manner.
• Lead group therapy sessions and provide supervision to interns and volunteers.
• Contribute to program development and quality improvement through data collection.

Skills

CCC-SLP certification

ASHA ethics

Confidentiality

Education

CCC-SLP certification

Michigan licensure

Job description

Origami Rehabilitation is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization. Origami provides comprehensive rehabilitation for children and adults with neurological, developmental, mental health, and orthopedic conditions through their residential and outpatient programs. With their compassionate and innovative services, Origami creates opportunities and transforms lives.

If you want to make a difference in the lives of our community members through mission-driven work with a close-knit interdisciplinary team, Origami Rehabilitation is the place for you. The Origami team shares the collective goal of exceeding the expectations of our clients. This goal is achieved through a positive growth-mindset, knowledge sharing, and a sincere commitment to growing individually and collectively through collaboration and continued education.

Position Summary:

Join Origami Rehabilitation as a Speech-Language Pathologist and do work that can genuinely change the course of someone’s life. Here, you’ll be part of an interdisciplinary team helping individuals rebuild communication, confidence, independence, and connection after life-changing injuries and conditions.

At Origami, therapy is more than a treatment plan. It’s about seeing the whole person, recognizing what matters most to them, and helping create a path forward. Your expertise, ideas, and relationships with clients and families will directly contribute to meaningful progress and Origami’s mission to create opportunities and transform lives.

Benefits & Rewards

• $2,000 Sign-On Bonus!
  • Bonus paid in two installments: $1,000 issued after 90 days of employment, $1,000 after 1 year of employment.
• Flexible scheduling (4, 10-hour days or 5, 8-hour days)
• No evenings, weekends, or holidays
• No on-call expectations
• Generous Paid Time Off (144 hours of PTO accrues annually! Increases after 4 years!)
• Paid Holidays (64 hours of holiday pay each year!)
• Regular employment, consistent pay
• Health, Dental, Vision
• Employer Retirement Contributions (with no vesting schedule!)
• Professional Development & Continuing Education Support
• 100% Employer-paid Short-Term Disability Insurance
• 100% Employer-paid Life Insurance
• Access to Voluntary Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Access to additional Voluntary Life Insurance
• Paid New Parent Leave
• Paid New Grandparent Leave
• Paid on the job training and mentorship
• Join a diverse and caring team
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (potential for student loans to be forgiven!)
• Wellness Program
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employer-sponsored Certified Brain Injury Specialist (CBIS) education and credentialing
• Employer provided liability coverage

Essential Duties:

• Model positive behavior to foster a safe, respectful, and supportive therapeutic environment.
• Maintain strict confidentiality when handling sensitive information internally and with external partners.
• Proactively address tasks and utilize problem-solving techniques for smooth communication and timely resolutions.
• Adhere to ASHA’s code of ethics and State of Michigan regulations while evaluating and treating clients referred by physicians.
• Document assessments, progress notes, discharge summaries, and billing information promptly and accurately.
• Provide education on swallowing precautions, alternative modalities, and best practices to clients, staff, and external stakeholders.
• Design, coordinate, and lead effective group therapy sessions, ensuring meaningful experiences for participants.
• Offer supervision and mentorship to interns, volunteers, and job shadows, aligning with professional development goals.
• Contribute to program development and quality improvement through data collection, analysis, and active participation in committees.
• Adhere to schedules, report necessary repairs, request resources, and cover SLP services, upholding emergency procedures and other assigned duties.

Requirements:

• Possess a valid State Driver’s License or ability to plan and provide transportation as required.
• Current Certificate of Clinical Competence in Speech-Language Pathology (CCC-SLP) issued by the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association.
• Must maintain Michigan licensure and CCC-SLP certification throughout employment.
• Certification as a Brain Injury Specialist (offered by Origami after hire).
• CPR, First Aid, AED certification (provided by Origami).
• Embraces and embodies Origami's core values:
  • Celebrate the Individual.
  • Inspire Excellence.
  • Serve with Integrity.
  • Lead with Passion.

Preferences:

• Neurological rehabilitation education/experience
• Interest in treating children and adult populations

Physical Requirements:

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk and hear. The employee is often required to stand, walk, sit, use hands to palpate, handle or feel, reach with hands and arms, climb or balance, and stoop kneel or crawl. Accommodated alternatives are acceptable if they accomplish the necessary essential tasks. The employee may occasionally lift and/or move up to 40 lbs. Specific vision abilities required for this position include close vision, distance, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus. The employee is frequently required to assist in transfers, gait, and mobility training.

An Equal Opportunity Employer.

Origami is an At-Will Employer. By submitting an application, you grant Origami Rehabilitation permission to contact the identified employers, references, and educational institutions to verify the information provided within this application. I further understand that any dishonest, false or incomplete answers or information on this application or subsequent interviews are grounds for immediate dismissal. Due to the nature of our work, should you be offered a conditional offer of employment a background check, fingerprinting, physical, drug screen, and Motor Vehicle Report check are required prior to start date. Should you need assistance in completing this application for any reason please contact a member of the human resources department at [e-mail]. We would be happy to assist you personally.