Speech-Language Pathology Assistant (SLPA)

MOST/DFW is looking for a passionate Speech-Language Pathology Assistant to work in an interdisciplinary team of Occupational, Physical, and ABA therapists for children with Autism Spectrum Disorder.

At MOST/DFW, we strive to make the MOST of therapy and make the MOST of life! We believe in a world where all individuals are empowered to reach their full potential and live happy lives within their communities. Through personal connections, thoughtful listening, and observation, we build relationships to support our patients and their families. We work to reach our patient’s goals through engaging activities, education, and strategies impactful to their daily lives. Working as an interdisciplinary team of speech, occupational, and physical therapists, we provide fun and functional therapy to improve quality of life.

This position is IN-CLINIC, and treats out of our Allen territory, treating at 2-3 ABA centers where we partner in Allen, Fairview, and McKinney, as well as at our MOST McKinney clinic. Rates range from $25.00 to $55.00 per session, based on years of experience in pediatrics and additional certifications.

What sets us apart from other therapy companies?

We have a clinic located in McKinney and several partnering ABA facilities where we collaborate, providing on-site therapy to our shared patients. We strive to analyze and bridge the gap between behavior, sensory, and communication issues.  

Company Highlights:

Collaborative Approach to Therapy: By following a Collaborative Model focused on providing dynamic care, we can implement specialized, data-driven plans of care to promote the most successful outcome.

Flexibility and customizable schedule, with scheduling options of 3-days (M/W/F), 2-days (T/TH), and 5-days

Therapy Materials Support: in addition to providing therapy materials, we have Therapy Technicians on site to assist in creating therapy materials and general therapeutic assistance

Continuing Education opportunities and certification training

Mentorship Program: We offer a paid mentorship program to facilitate professional growth and in depth training as a therapist or new graduate

Additional opportunities to earn extra income: Saturday Social Groups, coverage

Facility Therapy Dog for use during your sessions

Administrative support: Intake coordinators and Leads assist with scheduling, billing of services, and more

Opportunities for growth and leadership

What you would bring to MOST/DFW:

SLPA License to practice in the State of Texas

Minimum 1-year speech therapy experience

Minimum 1-year experience with pediatrics, Autism Spectrum Disorder, and/or Sensory Processing Disorder preferred

Willingness to collaborate with a dynamic team of allied health professionals

Willingness to commit to a minimum of 20 working hours per week, on a 2-day, 3-day, or 5-day schedule

BLS/CPR certification required

Willing to undergo a background check

Laptop or tablet to document via Electronic Medical Record (EMR) system

What a day would entail at MOST/DFW:

Provide speech therapy services in clinic at one of our several partnering ABA locations for a variety of clients ranging from 3-12 years of age

Collaborate with co-treating therapists to innovate ideas and techniques to reach a client’s goal

Implement therapy programs that enhance performance in individuals’ daily living and improve quality of life

Track and record client progression and mastery of goals; observe and record client’s progress, attitudes, and behaviors, while maintaining confidentiality per HIPAA regulation and ethical standards

Participate in reports and meetings on client’s progress disciplines relating to therapy treatment and goals

Educate families to increase generalization of skills and carryover

Maintain professional and technical knowledge by attending educational workshops; reviewing professional publications; establishing personal networks; and participating in professional societies.

Attend and participate in continuing education programs to monitor proficiency, expand current knowledge and enhance professional excellence. Willingly shares knowledge and provides clinical orientation to other members of the staff