Speech-Language Therapy Assistant — Flexible Hours

The Lakes Home Care, Inc.; Town of Florida (NY); On-site; USD 52,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Flexible work hours

Job summary

The Lakes Home Care is hiring a Speech Therapist Assistant to support a broad patient population across pediatrics to geriatrics. You will work under Speech-Language Pathologists to deliver and monitor therapy, assist with assessments, and help advance communication and swallowing outcomes.

The role emphasizes direct patient care, documentation, and collaboration with an interdisciplinary team in a compassionate care setting.

Qualifications

• Current and valid state licensure or certification.
• Knowledge of speech and language disorders and therapeutic techniques.
• Commitment to licensure maintenance and professional development.

Responsibilities

• Assist Speech-Language Pathologists in conducting patient assessments and gathering information.
• Implement prescribed activities and exercises under supervision.
• Provide direct patient care and document progress.
• Support development and modification of individualized treatment plans.
• Instruct patients in speech, language, and communication exercises.
• Collaborate to implement AAC strategies.
• Communicate effectively with patients, families and the team.
• Maintain accurate documentation of patient interactions and progress.
• Participate in team meetings to discuss treatment plans.

Skills

Pediatrics

Adults

Geriatrics

IEPs

Medical terminology

Critical care

Assessment techniques

Case management

Standardized testing

Inpatient experience

Education

State licensure or certification

SLP assistant certification (where applicable)

Job description

The Lakes Home Care is hiring a Speech Therapist Assistant to support a broad patient population across pediatrics to geriatrics. You will work under Speech-Language Pathologists to deliver and monitor therapy, assist with assessments, and help advance communication and swallowing outcomes.

The role emphasizes direct patient care, documentation, and collaboration with an interdisciplinary team in a compassionate care setting.