Speech Language Pathologist (SLP)

Bierman Autism Centers; Danvers (MA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible Discretionary Time Off

Health, Dental and Vision Insurance

401k

Tuition Reimbursement

Student Loan Assistance

Job summary

A leading autism treatment provider seeks a Full-Time Speech Language Pathologist to join their dynamic team in Danvers, Massachusetts. This role involves providing center-based therapy for children with autism, developing personalized treatment plans, and collaborating with a team of specialists. The position offers competitive pay, comprehensive benefits including flexible time off, and professional development opportunities, all in a supportive and collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• Must be able to lift and carry clients who are at least 30 pounds.
• Must have excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Experience collaborating with cross-functional teams preferred.

Responsibilities

• Providing center-based occupational therapy for children with autism.
• Conduct assessments and create treatment plans.
• Collaborate with an interdisciplinary team.

Skills

Organization

Critical thinking

Problem-solving

Communication

Time management

Flexibility

Education

Master’s Degree in Speech Pathology

Certification of Clinical Competence (CCC-SLP)

State Licensure

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

CentralReach

Tableau

MacOS

Job description

Description

Expected to temporarily cover a maternity leave at our Bedford center, and then will transition to our new center in Danvers full-time.

Bierman Autism Centers is looking for a full-time and center-based Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) to join a motivated and energetic team focused on transforming the lives of children diagnosed with autism while building a fun and creative culture at work. You will be committed and focused on helping parents and their child grow on their terms. You will constantly challenge yourself to gain new skills, try new methods and adapt to be better to help each child. Our one-on-one approach is focused on natural play to teach foundational skills our kids can build on, such as self-advocacy and communication. Every child’s success is unique! We continually challenge ourselves to do anything it takes to enable our kids to reach their potential on their terms.

Fun and Challenging Responsibilities for our SLPs:

• Providing center-based occupational therapy for children with autism.
• Work collaboratively with an interdisciplinary team of other experienced individuals, including OTs, SLPs, BCBAs, and RBTs.
• Provide training to team members and families.
• Conduct assessments.
• Create Treatment Plans.
• Monitor and manage the progress of clients.

Why choose to be an SLP with us at Bierman?

• Full Time Hours: Our centers are open Monday – Friday: 8:15am – 4:45pm. No travel required!
• Comprehensive Benefits: Offered for full-time employees. This includes: Flexible Discretionary Time Off: Take time off as needed (we mean it!) Instead of providing a bank of specified PTO hours we provide the trust and flexibility to take personal / vacation days as you need them!! Holiday Pay, 401k, Health, Dental and Vision Insurance, Short- and Long-Term Disability, Life Insurance, Pet Insurance, HSAs, FSAs, Door Dash Pass and so much more!
• Competitive Pay: Pay is based on candidate qualifications and experience.
• Growth and Advancement Opportunities: We host on-site trainings, student supervision, tuition reimbursement, and student loan assistance, career path opportunities and more.
• Be a Part of a Great Team: You’ll be part of a passionate, empathetic, and supportive team. We host optional engagement events throughout the year such as Spirit Weeks, Pajama Days, Trivia Nights, Monthly Wellness Competitions and more!

Is The SLP role a good fit for you?

• Do you enjoy working with children and love learning?
• Do you enjoy collaborating with an interdisciplinary team and clinical support staff comprised of (but not limited to) OTs, BCBAs, and BCBA-Ds?
• Are you looking to make a larger, positive impact in the lives of children and their families?

Outcomes drive everything we do. We use Precision Teaching to create a shared data language and make stay, stop, or change decisions every 3-5 days so children continue making meaningful progress. Progress is tracked daily through “change harders,” allowing us to support clinicians in real time and identify where teams need help. This disciplined, data-driven approach leads to exceptional results, with 70-75% of learners graduating to general education or supported settings in about 20 months.

Requirements

Basic & Essential Functions:

• Must be able to lift and carry clients who are least 30 pounds
• Must have hearing ability sufficient to evaluate client’s speech
• Must be willing and able to restrain/hold/transport and utilize quick body movements as indicated in the Behavior Support Plan in the course of working with children with challenging behavior
• Must be able to assume and maintain a variety of postures including kneeling, squatting, crouching, crawling, sitting, standing, bending, for extended periods of time.
• Must be able to walk and run to chase clients and maintain a three-foot distance at all times
• Must be able to sit on the floor or stand for extended periods of time
• Must be able to attend to basic needs such as feeding, diapering, toileting, and dressing
• Must have manual dexterity to perform specific computer and electronic device functions for data collection
• Must have visual acuity to read and comprehend written communication though computer, electronic devices, and paper means.
• Must be able to take written data and transfer to electronic files or data base systems
• Must be able to maintain prolonged periods of working on a computer while sitting at a desk or on the floor
• Must be able to assemble, clean and maintain therapy space including toys and furniture
• Must be able to administer medication to clients

Job Requirements:

• Master’s Degree in Speech Pathology
• Certification of Clinical Competence (CCC-SLP)
• State Licensure.
• Strong organization, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills
• Experience collaborating with cross-functional teams
• Excellent written and oral communication with colleagues, direct reports, and caregivers.
• Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and to delegate them when appropriate.
• Must be detail oriented.
• Be flexible and adaptable to meet the needs of the team across the organization.
• Ability to act with integrity, professionalism.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.
• Must have knowledge of MacOS and be comfortable operating in a primarily MacOS environment.
• Proficiency with or the ability to quickly learn the organization’s technology platforms including CentralReach and Tableau.
• Ability to maintain required licensure to practice while employed.

Job Type: Exempt, Full Time

Competitive salary based on qualifications and experience. Full-time employees are offered comprehensive benefits, including Paid Time Off, 401k, health, dental, and vision insurance, as well as optional Short and Long-Term disability coverage.

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Bierman Autism Centers values diversity in the workplace. The company provides equal opportunity for employment and promotion to all qualified employees and applicants on the basis of experience, training, education, and ability to do the available work without regard to race, religion, color, age, sex/gender, sexual orientation, national origin, gender identity, disability, marital status, veteran status, genetic information, ancestry or any other status protected by law.

Furthermore, Bierman Autism Centers is committed to providing an equal opportunity workplace that is free of discrimination and harassment based on national origin, race, color, religion, gender, ancestry, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, marital status, veteran status, genetic information, or any other status protected by law.

As an equal opportunity employer, Bierman Autism Centers does not discriminate against qualified individuals with disabilities. If you require a reasonable accommodation as a candidate for employment, please inform a member of the Talent Acquisition team.