Pediatric Speech Language Pathology Assistant (SLPA)

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Pediatric Speech Language Pathology Assistant Position

Location: Newark, CA and across Northern California

School Year: 2025-2026 (potential to extend contract)

Benefits and Perks:

• Competitive Salary Match and Sign-On Bonus
• Comprehensive Benefits Package (Medical, Dental, Vision, Prescription)
• 401(k) Retirement Plan with Company Match
• Paid In-House CEUs & CEU Reimbursement
• Work-Life Balance (PTO, Paid Holidays, Sick Leave, Flexible Schedule)
• Multi-Tiered Clinical Support & Mentorship
• Career Growth & Leadership Opportunities
• Top-of-the-Line Resources (Laptop, iPad, Laminator, Classroom Materials Gift Card)
• Financial Perks (Reduced Commute Considerations & Tax-Free Benefits)
• CF Support ($3,000 Sign-On/Relocation Bonus, Dedicated Mentorship, Structured Success Plans)
• Wellness Incentive
• Professional Development & Growth
• Recognition & Rewards
• Referral Program

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist licensed Speech-Language Pathologists in implementing treatment plans for patients, focusing on speech therapy techniques
• Conduct assessments and document patient progress, ensuring compliance with medical terminology and anatomy knowledge
• Collaborate with educators and parents to support students with Individualized Education Programs (IEPs)
• Maintain First Aid and CPR certifications to ensure patient safety during therapy sessions
• Engage with pediatric patients in various settings, including schools and acute care environments

Qualifications:

• Active California Speech Language Pathology Assistant License (Required)
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills for collaboration with families and team members

Why Choose Ascend?

Ascend is a community that supports therapists so children can thrive. We offer work-life flexibility, resources, and mentorship, specializing in Schools, Clinics, and Home-Based (Early Intervention) settings. We're committed to your growth, offering dedicated mentorship, multi-clinical support, and paid CEUs. We value our employees, providing competitive salaries, comprehensive benefits, 401(k) matching, generous PTO, and a wellness stipend.

Please contact Krystal at [email protected] for concerns or interest!

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: $70,000.00 - $90,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Flexible schedule
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Referral program
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person