Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP)

Haven Access Works LLC; Exton (PA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 83,000; Part time

Job summary

Haven Access Works LLC is seeking a compassionate Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP) to join our community-based team in Delaware County, PA. The PRN role focuses on comprehensive speech, language, and AAC assessments for individuals with IDD across the lifespan.

You will develop individualized treatment plans, provide direct therapy, and train families and staff on communication strategies and AAC device use, while ensuring compliant documentation and interdisciplinary collaboration.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Speech-Language Pathology from an accredited program.
• CCC from ASHA certification.
• Current PA state license as a Speech-Language Pathologist.

Responsibilities

• Comprehensive Assessment: Conduct evaluations for individuals across the lifespan with IDD.
• AAC Expertise: Assess and support AAC needs with low-, mid-, and high-tech devices.
• Goal Development: Create individualized treatment plans with functional goals focused on expressive and receptive communication.
• Intervention: Provide direct, evidence-based therapy using prescribed AAC devices.
• Training & Collaboration: Educate clients, families, caregivers, and DSPs on device use and maintenance.
• Documentation: Maintain compliant documentation of evaluations, progress notes, and plans per Medicaid/IEPs.
• Team Participation: Join interdisciplinary meetings to coordinate holistic care.

Skills

Clinical reasoning

Interpersonal skills

Team collaboration

Education

Master's degree in Speech-Language Pathology

CCC from ASHA

PA State License

Tools

AAC devices

Communication software

Job description

Haven Access Works is a dedicated provider of services for individuals with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities (IDD). We are committed to fostering independence, improving quality of life, and ensuring all individuals have a voice. We are seeking a passionate and skilled Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP) to join our interdisciplinary team. This role is crucial in developing and implementing effective communication strategies, with a strong emphasis on Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC) systems.

Position: PRN Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP)

• Location:Delaware County, PA - Community-Based Setting

• Employment Type:PRN

• Target Population: Individuals with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities (IDD)

Primary Responsibilities

The successful candidate will be responsible for:

• Comprehensive Assessment: Conducting thorough speech, language, and communication evaluations for individuals across the lifespan with various IDDs.

• AAC Expertise: Performing specialized assessments for Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC) needs, including low-tech, mid-tech, and high-tech devices (e.g., dedicated devices, tablets running communication software).

• Goal Development: Developing and implementing individualized treatment plans (ITPs) with measurable, functional goals focused on improving expressive and receptive communication skills.

• Intervention: Providing direct, evidence-based therapy, specializing in facilitating communication via prescribed AAC devices.

• Training & Collaboration: Training clients, families, caregivers, and direct support professionals (DSPs) on the effective use and maintenance of communication devices and strategies.

• Documentation: Maintaining accurate, timely, and compliant documentation of evaluations, progress notes, and communication plans as per state and federal guidelines ([e.g., Medicaid, IEPs]).

• Team Participation: Actively participating in interdisciplinary team meetings to coordinate holistic care and contribute communication-focused insights.

Qualifications

• Education: Master's degree in Speech-Language Pathology from an accredited program.

• Certification: Certificate of Clinical Competence (CCC) from the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA).

• Licensure: Current, unencumbered state license as a Speech-Language Pathologist in PA.

• Experience:

  • Minimum of 1 year of experience working directly with the Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities (IDD) population (e.g., Autism, Down Syndrome, Cerebral Palsy, Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder).

  • Demonstrated, significant experience in evaluating, selecting, programming, and providing therapy with a variety of communication devices/AAC systems is required.

• Skills: Strong clinical reasoning, excellent interpersonal skills, and the ability to work effectively within a team environment.