Speech-Language Pathologist - Team Lead

Speech-Language Pathologist – Team Lead

• Job Title: Speech-Language Pathologist – Team Lead
• Reports To: Director of Clinical Services / Clinical Director
• Location: Multiple AB Spectrum Clinics. Rotating weekly to different clinic locations
• Type: Full-Time Clinical Staff
• Education: Master’s Degree in Speech-Language Pathology (Required)
• Compensation: $80,000 - $90,000 (Competitive and commensurate with clinical experience, knowledge, and leadership responsibilities) 
• Schedule: Monday - Friday | 7:30 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. (No weekends)

Company Overview

AB Spectrum, named a Top Workplace by the St. Louis Post-Dispatch, provides specialized Reggio ABA (Applied Behavior Analysis) therapy for young children (ages 1-6). Our centers focus on a Therapy Through Play model, leveraging Natural Environment Teaching (NET) to create individualized, high-quality early intervention services in environments that replicate a natural preschool setting. We foster a collaborative culture among BCBAs, SLPs, and RBTs.

Job Summary

The Speech-Language Pathologist – Team Lead (SLP-TL) is a dual-role clinician responsible for delivering expert, evidence-based speech-language pathology services while providing crucial leadership, mentorship, and clinical oversight to the speech team. This role ensures the highest quality of service integration within our interdisciplinary clinical setting.

Key Responsibilities

I. Clinical Responsibilities

• Work alongside a team of behavior analysts providing high-quality early intervention services in a clinical setting focusing on play-based learning.
• Provide direction, instruction, and support to clients during regularly scheduled sessions.
• Conduct comprehensive assessments and determine individualized treatment plans for each student.
• Develop and update treatment plans and individualized goals per funder requirements.
• Ensure that all treatment methodologies are evidence-based and reflect recent research findings.
• Create materials for programming and assessment needs.
• Collaborate with families and staff on language support strategies and provide training to help generalize skills at home.
• Participate in team, staff, and parent meetings as needed.
• Manage caseloads effectively and submit all required documentation daily.

II. Leadership & Team Lead Responsibilities

• Serve as the lead clinician for the speech team, acting as a resource, mentor, and point of guidance for SLPs, Clinical Fellows, and support staff.
• Provide clinical supervision, coaching, and ongoing support to team members to ensure high-quality service delivery.
• Train team members on the latest research findings, new interventions, and best practices gained through conferences and continuing education.
• Support onboarding and skill development for new team members within the speech department.
• Lead discussions on treatment planning, student progress, and program improvements.
• Monitor clinical quality by ensuring documentation, assessments, and treatment interventions meet professional and organizational standards.
• Collaborate with leadership on department goals, scheduling needs, workflow efficiencies, and continuous improvement initiatives.

Required Qualifications & Experience

• Active Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP) License in the state of Missouri.
• Certificate of Clinical Competence (CCC-SLP) 
• Demonstrated clinical experience- 3 years or more in speech-language pathology across diverse client needs, preferably in an early intervention or ABA environment.
• Proven leadership skills- 3 years or more, including the ability to mentor, guide, and support a clinical team.
• Education: Master’s Degree in Speech-Language Pathology (Required)
• Strong ability to build and maintain collaborative, professional relationships with staff, clients, and families.
• Commitment to providing ethical, evidence-based, and compassionate care.
• Ability to pass a background check and drug screening.

Compensation & Benefits

• Pay: Competitive and commensurate with clinical experience, knowledge, and leadership responsibilities. $80,000 - $90,000
• Health Insurance: Free Health Insurance (60% coverage during the first year of employment, 100% coverage provided thereafter).
• Additional Insurance: Options for dental and vision insurance.
• Time Off: Generous Paid Time Off (PTO), Paid holidays, and Paid sick days.
• Clinical Support:
• Set clinical/billable hours.
• Access to mentorship and professional growth opportunities.
• Promotion and career growth opportunities within the organization.
• Administrative support team to manage hiring, billing, scheduling, and other non-clinical tasks.

Professional Environment: Supportive interdisciplinary team environment (BCBAs, SLPs, RBTs, and admin) recognized as a Top Workplace by the St. Louis Post-Dispatch!