Exciting Opportunity with New Clinic Opening This Fall!
Who We Are
At Ally Behavior, we are a vibrant and rewarding workplace dedicated to growth and leadership in a supportive environment. Our center-based early intervention program provides Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) therapy to children with autism aged 18 months to 6 years. Our mission is to deliver top-quality therapy, empowering young learners to enhance their communication, social skills, and academic readiness. With a diverse team committed to making a positive difference in the lives of our children and families, we take pride in our collaborative and innovative culture. Our values – Serving Others, Treatment Excellence, All One Ally, Resourceful in Finding Solutions, and Striving to Grow – guide every aspect of our work. Our comprehensive onboarding and training process ensures you are well-equipped to provide exceptional therapy to our clients!
We are currently in search of an enthusiastic and motivated Speech-Language Pathology Assistant (SLPA) to join our team. As an SLPA, you will work under the guidance of a licensed Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP CCC) to deliver essential speech and language services. This position offers a unique chance to impact our clients’ growth and development while thriving in a collaborative atmosphere.
Duties and Responsibilities
- Support SLPs during screenings and assessments by preparing materials and documenting observations.
- Implement treatment plans or protocols established by the supervising SLP.
- Provide direct speech and language therapy services to individuals or groups as directed.
- Accurately document client progress and attendance in a timely manner.
- Prepare therapy materials and maintain an organized therapy space.
- Collaborate with the supervising SLP to adapt activities as necessary.
- Communicate effectively with clients, families, and other professionals about client progress and goals.
- Adhere to ethical guidelines and professional standards as outlined by relevant licensing bodies.
- Engage in team meetings and professional development activities.
Expectations
- Billable Hours: Achieve weekly billable hours target.
- Professionalism: Exhibit professionalism in all interactions with clients, families, and team members.
- Teamwork: Collaborate effectively with the supervising SLP and other colleagues to guarantee holistic client care.
- Communication: Provide clear, concise, and respectful communication, both verbally and in writing.
- Adaptability: Display flexibility in response to changing client needs and scheduling requirements.
- Ethical Conduct: Maintain the highest ethical standards and uphold client confidentiality.
- Continuous Learning: Pursue ongoing professional development to stay updated on best practices in speech-language pathology.
- Time Management: Skillfully prioritize tasks and manage time to meet deadlines and fulfill client needs.
Required Qualifications
- Completion of an accredited Speech-Language Pathology Assistant program or a Bachelor's degree in communication sciences and disorders.
- Valid SLP-A license or certification in the state(s) of hire or eligibility for certification.
- Experience in early intervention and working with children with autism.
- Prior experience with individuals who have communication disorders, ideally in a clinical or educational context.
- Strong knowledge of speech and language development and common communication disorders.
- Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills.
- Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a team setting.
- Proficiency in using electronic health records and therapy software.
- CPR and First Aid certification (preferred).
Physical Requirements
- Ability to sit on the floor, kneel, crawl, squat, run, or stand for extended periods.
- Capacity to reach and hold objects.
- Ability to lift up to 30 pounds.
Join Our Team
- Full-time salaried position, with a starting salary of $50,000 - $70,000.
- Guaranteed semi-monthly paycheck (24 pay periods).
- Company-sponsored DashPass.
- 18 days of paid time off.
- 9 paid holidays (5 fixed dates + 4