Join our SLP Sanctuary at Chatterboxes

At Chatterboxes, being an SLP isn't just a job; it's a calling. You deserve more than an oversized caseload and a paycheck. You deserve a Sanctuary, 🌿 a place where your voice truly matters, your clinical skills are celebrated, your growth is fueled, and your wellbeing is protected. Here, you're not just surviving the workday; you're thriving in a community that lifts you up and helps you love what you do! Discover more about our Clinician-First Model Here

Our unique Sanctuary Model has been thoughtfully designed to tackle the critical issue of burnout while fostering clinical excellence. This model lays the groundwork for establishing a nurturing and supportive atmosphere for SLPs, empowering team members to thrive and grow at every level of their careers, whether they're just embarking on their journey or are experienced professionals looking for new adventures.

We are truly excited to enhance our impact in Western MA, where we aim to provide exceptional services to children and families. Our dedication goes further than just service delivery; we endeavor to cultivate an environment that genuinely fosters the growth and well-being of our SLPs, ensuring they excel in their professional roles while feeling cherished and connected in this remarkable and nurturing SLP community.

What Sets Our Culture Apart

☀️ Always Together: You’ll become a part of a supportive network of SLP colleagues, not just another hire placed into a school by a large agency. Our Sanctuary Leaders, SLP Liaison, and clinical team maintain constant connections; both virtually and in person on a daily and weekly basis.

🌱 Ongoing Development: We provide weekly professional growth opportunities, CEU support, and mentorship tailored to your experience level; whether you're a CF or a seasoned clinician.

💡 Career Advancement: We build career paths that extend beyond direct services, offering our team leadership roles, inservice facilitation, mentorship, community outreach, and special projects to leverage your clinical expertise.

🎉 Dynamic Culture: From celebrating "workiversaries" and enjoying SLP Sanctuary dinners to engaging in Round Robin breakout sessions and interacting with Guest Speakers during our Team Meetings and Clinical Presentations, we are committed to ensuring your professional journey is rewarding and enjoyable, full of recognition and support!

🧘 Prioritizing Wellbeing: At the core of our Sanctuary Model is a dedication to safeguard your time, energy, and overall balance. We believe that when clinicians thrive, so do the kids! 

Founded and proudly led by a Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP), we are wholeheartedly devoted to creating a nurturing and inclusive environment that emphasizes the well-being and growth of every clinician.

🌱 Your SLP Role:

• Provide school-based therapy services for students from 6th to 12th grade.
• Adult Clients, if desired.
• Conduct evaluations, deliver therapy, and collaborate closely with educators and families.
• Embrace a strengths-based, neurodiversity-affirming approach for each child you support.
• Enjoy the flexibility to customize your schedule and caseload with insights from your team.

🌱 Ideal Candidates

• SLP-A, CCC-SLPs or Clinical Fellows (CFs) who are eager to connect, learn and seek mentorship & collaboration.
• Clinicians passionate about serving Middle and High School Students
• Collaborative team players enthusiastic about becoming part of a genuine community of SLPs.

• Meet all state and federal guidelines to be fully licensed in MA
• Education: Masters Degree in Communication Disorders or Speech-Language Pathology
• A strong interest and passion for providing creative, engaging and Neurodiversity Affirming Services
• A passion fo connecting with other SLPs and collaborative helping children succeed
• An independent self-started with a very positive, highly energetic work style.

Compensation: Highly Competitive Salary

Benefit Package

• Traditional 401(k) plan with a 50% match
• Financial Literacy benefit including access to budgeting tools, education and trusted guidance
• Health, Dental & Vision Insurance coverage via a BlueCross BlueShield HMO Plan. Chatterboxes covers 80% of monthly premium costs for single person plan coverage.
• Continuing Education Reimbursement (CEU) up to $1,200 per year
• Full reimbursement of annual ASHA dues
• Full reimbursement of annual state SLP licensure costs
• Bonus for new private client referrals, which you initiate.
• Paid Holidays per year of your choice
• PTO