Speech Language Pathologist

Position Summary:
The Speech-Language Pathologist is responsible for the evaluation and treatment of
communication disorders: this includes assessment and treatment of the language, articulation, voice,
pragmatic language, fluency, and executive functioning. Based on interest and experience, this may
also include evaluation and treatment of feeding and swallowing disorders. The SLP will complete
screenings and evaluations, write appropriate treatment plans and formulate functional goals to
help the client and their family achieve their goals.

Essential Functions:
● Prepare and implement treatment plans for pediatric clients, from birth to age 18
● Create client-specific goals focused on effective communication, utilizing verbal and
non-verbal communication skills
● Prepare and complete detailed documentation and records of evaluations and
treatments
● Provide support and guidance to the client's family enabling them to foster the behaviors
and practices implemented in treatment
● Based on interest and specialty, may assess, diagnose, and treat feeding and swallowing
disorders in children
● Maintain targeted caseload hours of therapy per week
○ Speech Language Pathologists are expected to maintain an average caseload of 30
clients a week

Supervisory & Mentoring Responsibilities:
● Serve as a mentor and resource to new and existing team members
● Serve as a CF Supervisor once every two years

Job Requirements:
● Master’s Degree in Speech-Language Pathology
● Pass the Praxis Examination in Speech-Language Pathology
● Completion of your Clinical Fellowship Year
● SLP licensure or license eligible, in the state of Illinois
● Passion for working with the neurodiverse pediatric population
● Competence with a variety of computer applications
● Competence with Central Reach

Competencies:
● Interpersonal skills with strong verbal and written communication skills
● Collaborative spirit and willingness to work as a team
● Creative mindset for making therapy fun
● Process oriented with strong attention to detail
● Accountability
● Problem-Solving
● Initiative

Work Environment & Physical Demands:
● Ability to receive training in, and implement, de-escalation skills for clients
● Ability to lift or carry 30 lbs unassisted
● Ability to work in a variety of active positions, including on the floor during played-based
therapy

Travel Requirements:
● Local travel, upon request to meet client or organization staffing needs

Other Duties:
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive
listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job.
Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.