North Shore Pediatric Therapy
Clinical Director, Speech Language Pathology (CCC-SLP)
North Shore Pediatric Therapy, Chicago, Illinois, United States, 60290
Overview
Gracent is dedicated to supporting children with developmental needs through evidence-based therapies, compassionate care, clinical excellence, and innovative approaches. The Clinical Director of SLP will lead pediatric therapy programs with strategic oversight of the speech-language pathology (SLP) and mental health (MH) teams. The ideal candidate is a CCC-SLP who is passionate about pediatric care, clinical quality, and team development. In this role, the Clinical Director will also support operational coordination of the MH team, with clinical oversight provided by Licensed Clinical Social Workers (LCSWs). This role drives excellence in client outcomes, team performance, and program operations by monitoring Balanced Scorecard goals, clinical quality, financial targets, and client satisfaction. The Clinical Director will supervise and maintain strategic oversight of all SLP and MH operations and therapists, helping advance Gracent’s mission to deliver exceptional, family-centered care. Total compensation is $85,000–$105,000 , based on experience and qualifications. Responsibilities
Client Care & Administration: Lead the charge in elevating clinical standards across the SLP team and provide operational and supervisory support for LCSWs, ensuring alignment with Gracent’s interdisciplinary care standards. Culture Development: Lead by example, promoting the company’s goals, mission, vision, and creating a collaborative culture. Assess and organize ongoing training for team members to ensure best practices aligned with job responsibilities. Maintain a safe, orderly, and organized work environment in collaboration with SLPs and mental health professionals. Team Performance Tracking: Ensure team members bill for therapy appointments and complete clinical documentation in a timely manner to meet hours-of-care standards. Identify opportunities to improve efficiency and effectiveness of SLP/MH teams, maintain quality assurance via documentation audits, and enforce procedures for client cancellations; identify scheduling solutions to maximize rescheduling opportunities. Team Management: Oversee staffing needs and guide team development across all locations. Set clear goals and action plans to ensure high performance; recruit and interview, guide new hires through 90-day orientation, conduct performance reviews, and coordinate with HR on offboarding and performance improvement as needed. Hours of Care Standards: Maintain or exceed efficiency expectations as established by the organization; evaluate individual and team efficiency as needed. Optimization of Operations: Collaborate with other Clinical Directors, Regional/Area Directors, and leadership teams to identify and implement operational improvements within SLP/MH departments and across the organization. Interdisciplinary Care Collaboration: Collaborate with doctors, teachers, BCBAs, RBTs/BTs, and other pediatric therapists; facilitate cross-referrals as clinically appropriate and educate caregivers about Gracent services. Marketing: Support Gracent’s marketing efforts, build relationships with area schools, and attend conferences to stay current with evidence-based practices, in coordination with Regional/Area Directors and marketing team. Other Responsibilities: Demonstrate flexibility in leadership; perform additional duties as required. This description is not exhaustive; responsibilities may evolve based on company needs. Qualifications
Licensed Speech-Language Pathologist with a state license in good standing and 5+ years of pediatric experience (CCC-SLP preferred). 1+ year supervising team members. Experience working with ASD preferred. Ability to travel regularly between Gracent’s centers to support SLP/MH therapists and cover sessions, with additional travel as needed for marketing and outreach. Proven experience coordinating and executing plans to achieve quality, clinical, and operational goals of a center. Experience collaborating across departments to solve problems and meet metrics. Experience working in a fast-paced environment with evolving business needs. Competencies & Skills
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Strong data interpretation and ability to derive insights for growth and improvement Excellent judgment and self-reliance in decision-making Detail-oriented with strong follow-through Ability to organize, plan, prioritize, and manage multiple projects to meet deadlines Strategic and proactive with the foresight to anticipate challenges and propose solutions Collaborative and able to build and maintain relationships Ability to work with minimal supervision Commitment to confidentiality and integrity Physical Demands
Regularly sit, stand, bend, and walk; lift and/or move up to 45 pounds Visual and auditory abilities sufficient for communication with children Ability to engage in movement and play with children; sufficient stamina for the energy level of young children The work environment is usually moderate in noise Benefits
Why Join Gracent? We are committed to creating an environment where you can do more, while being supported, celebrated, and inspired. Whether you’re ready to move or just want to explore options, we’d love to discuss how we can help you lead, inspire, and grow in your career. Curious? Apply today, or reach out to start a conversation. Total compensation includes base and eligible annual bonus.
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Gracent is dedicated to supporting children with developmental needs through evidence-based therapies, compassionate care, clinical excellence, and innovative approaches. The Clinical Director of SLP will lead pediatric therapy programs with strategic oversight of the speech-language pathology (SLP) and mental health (MH) teams. The ideal candidate is a CCC-SLP who is passionate about pediatric care, clinical quality, and team development. In this role, the Clinical Director will also support operational coordination of the MH team, with clinical oversight provided by Licensed Clinical Social Workers (LCSWs). This role drives excellence in client outcomes, team performance, and program operations by monitoring Balanced Scorecard goals, clinical quality, financial targets, and client satisfaction. The Clinical Director will supervise and maintain strategic oversight of all SLP and MH operations and therapists, helping advance Gracent’s mission to deliver exceptional, family-centered care. Total compensation is $85,000–$105,000 , based on experience and qualifications. Responsibilities
Client Care & Administration: Lead the charge in elevating clinical standards across the SLP team and provide operational and supervisory support for LCSWs, ensuring alignment with Gracent’s interdisciplinary care standards. Culture Development: Lead by example, promoting the company’s goals, mission, vision, and creating a collaborative culture. Assess and organize ongoing training for team members to ensure best practices aligned with job responsibilities. Maintain a safe, orderly, and organized work environment in collaboration with SLPs and mental health professionals. Team Performance Tracking: Ensure team members bill for therapy appointments and complete clinical documentation in a timely manner to meet hours-of-care standards. Identify opportunities to improve efficiency and effectiveness of SLP/MH teams, maintain quality assurance via documentation audits, and enforce procedures for client cancellations; identify scheduling solutions to maximize rescheduling opportunities. Team Management: Oversee staffing needs and guide team development across all locations. Set clear goals and action plans to ensure high performance; recruit and interview, guide new hires through 90-day orientation, conduct performance reviews, and coordinate with HR on offboarding and performance improvement as needed. Hours of Care Standards: Maintain or exceed efficiency expectations as established by the organization; evaluate individual and team efficiency as needed. Optimization of Operations: Collaborate with other Clinical Directors, Regional/Area Directors, and leadership teams to identify and implement operational improvements within SLP/MH departments and across the organization. Interdisciplinary Care Collaboration: Collaborate with doctors, teachers, BCBAs, RBTs/BTs, and other pediatric therapists; facilitate cross-referrals as clinically appropriate and educate caregivers about Gracent services. Marketing: Support Gracent’s marketing efforts, build relationships with area schools, and attend conferences to stay current with evidence-based practices, in coordination with Regional/Area Directors and marketing team. Other Responsibilities: Demonstrate flexibility in leadership; perform additional duties as required. This description is not exhaustive; responsibilities may evolve based on company needs. Qualifications
Licensed Speech-Language Pathologist with a state license in good standing and 5+ years of pediatric experience (CCC-SLP preferred). 1+ year supervising team members. Experience working with ASD preferred. Ability to travel regularly between Gracent’s centers to support SLP/MH therapists and cover sessions, with additional travel as needed for marketing and outreach. Proven experience coordinating and executing plans to achieve quality, clinical, and operational goals of a center. Experience collaborating across departments to solve problems and meet metrics. Experience working in a fast-paced environment with evolving business needs. Competencies & Skills
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Strong data interpretation and ability to derive insights for growth and improvement Excellent judgment and self-reliance in decision-making Detail-oriented with strong follow-through Ability to organize, plan, prioritize, and manage multiple projects to meet deadlines Strategic and proactive with the foresight to anticipate challenges and propose solutions Collaborative and able to build and maintain relationships Ability to work with minimal supervision Commitment to confidentiality and integrity Physical Demands
Regularly sit, stand, bend, and walk; lift and/or move up to 45 pounds Visual and auditory abilities sufficient for communication with children Ability to engage in movement and play with children; sufficient stamina for the energy level of young children The work environment is usually moderate in noise Benefits
Why Join Gracent? We are committed to creating an environment where you can do more, while being supported, celebrated, and inspired. Whether you’re ready to move or just want to explore options, we’d love to discuss how we can help you lead, inspire, and grow in your career. Curious? Apply today, or reach out to start a conversation. Total compensation includes base and eligible annual bonus.
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