Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP)

About the role

Children’s Specialized ABA is part of the Children’s Specialized Hospital Autism Center of Excellence. We serve children with ASD by combining clinical innovation, whole-child care, and personalized therapy. Our vision is built on four core values:

• Inclusivity: We celebrate the diversity within the Autism spectrum and are committed to creating an inclusive environment that respects and values each person’s individual strengths and differences.
• Innovation: We foster a culture of creativity and collaboration, exploring new ideas to develop personalized solutions that enhance quality of life for all children with Autism.
• Connection: We actively engage with the health systems and broader community to coordinate services and care for people with Autism.
• Quality and Safety: We invest in research and training to provide cutting-edge, effective, safe, and personalized services tailored to the unique needs of those we serve.

As a Speech-Language Pathologist, you will collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to assess, diagnose, and treat speech, language, and communication. You will apply evidence-based therapeutic approaches to enhance communication skills, social interaction, and overall quality of life for individuals receiving Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) services. This position is ideal for a clinician who enjoys assessment work, values collaboration, and wants to contribute specialized communication expertise to autism evaluations.

Responsibilities

• Assessment and Diagnosis:
  • Conduct comprehensive speech and language evaluations to assess communication skills, including articulation, fluency, language comprehension, social communication, and pragmatics.
  • Interpret assessment results in developing individualized treatment plans and goals aligned with the client’s needs and ABA objectives.
• Therapeutic Intervention:
  • Implement evidence-based speech and language therapies, using techniques that promote language acquisition, communication development, and social interaction.
  • Tailor interventions for children with ASD to enhance functional communication and reduce communication-related challenges.
• Collaboration and Teamwork:
  • Work alongside Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) and other clinical professionals to create and adjust treatment plans, as necessary.
  • Actively participate in team meetings, case reviews, and training to ensure an integrated approach to client care.
• Documentation and Reporting:
  • Maintain accurate and timely documentation of client assessments, treatment plans, progress notes, and communication logs.
  • Prepare reports summarizing progress and outcomes to share with parents and other stakeholders.
  • Monitor and evaluate client progress and adjust treatment strategies as needed.
  • Receive 15 minutes of Administrative time for every 45 minutes of billed time to write session notes.

Requirements

• Master’s Degree in Speech-Language Pathology from an accredited program.
• Current and valid state licensure as a Speech-Language Pathologist.
• 2+ years of experience in language development, speech sound disorders, and feeding/oral motor skills preferred.
• 2+ years of experience with augmentative and alternative communication (AAC) preferred.
• 2+ years of experience working with children with ASD.
• Excellent communication, organizational, and documentation skills.
• Ability to manage a caseload effectively.

Work Location & Schedule

This is an in-person, part-time role based out of our Princeton, NJ EI Center, with an expected caseload between 10-20 hours per week. Clinical sessions are conducted onsite, while notes and documentation can be completed remotely from home.

Benefits

• Up to 5 sick days per year; earned on an accrual basis.
• Company discount program – discounts on amusement parks, memberships, cruises, movie tickets, spas, sports tickets, and more.

Pay

The expected salary range for this role is $80.00 to $85.00 per hour. Final compensation will be based on a range of factors, such as your skills, education, experience, certifications, market conditions, and internal equity.