Speech-Language Pathologist Assistant (SLP-A)

  • Miami
  • The Arc Of South Florida
About our agency:
The Arc of South Florida Inc. is a nonprofit private agency serving the community since 1953. Our mission is to ensure the rights of all persons with intellectual and developmental disabilities through effective advocacy and to provide specialized programs and services to help clients lead meaningful and fulfilling lives. We believe in the potential of each individual's ability to live, work, learn and play in their communities. Are you looking for a job where what you do makes an impact in your community? Are you seeking a position that makes you feel good about the work you do every day and where you know you are making a difference, even behind the scenes? Working at The Arc is more than just a job - it's an opportunity to be part of something bigger! If you want to translate your talent, passion, and commitment to helping people with disabilities, families, and the community, you might be what we are looking for.
Additional details
  • Warm, collaborative team atmosphere
  • Competitive compensation
  • Contract position
  • Flexible schedule
  • Main hours needed to be covered are from 9.am-2 p.m. however the location is open 7:30-6 if you are seeking to expand your schedule.
Skills
  • Previous experience as a pediatric SLPA preferred
  • Excellent knowledge of principles and practices of speech and language therapy
  • Experience using electronic records management preferred
  • Ability to work constructively with children with different types of personalities and diagnoses in order to facilitate each child’s highest level of functioning in the natural environment
  • Ability to collaborate with other disciplines on best practices to improve progress for patient/child.
  • Takes initiative to remain current in clinical practice and demonstrates drive to continually learn and grow in the profession
  • Maintains professional demeanor and is responsible for quality care in interactions with patients and family members
  • Excellent interpersonal communication skills (English and Spanish preferred)
Qualifications/Requirements
  • Valid State of Florida (DOH) license
  • Willingness to enroll as an Early Steps provider
  • Carry or be willing to obtain professional liability insurance of $1M-$3M and obtain a COI

The Agency:
The Arc of South Florida is a nationally affiliated agency that provides advocacy, programs, and services for persons with disabilities. The agency was formed in 1958 and the children's division was added in 1978. Today, children are served in programs at 3 locations: Florida City, Kendall, and Miami Gardens. The Arc offers a variety of children’s programs, including the B-2 (birth to two years old) Early Intervention program, Voluntary Pre-Kindergarten, ELC School Readiness, McKay K-12, and after-school and summer camp programming funded by The Children’s Trust. The Arc operates year-round and provides both education and therapy, including speech-language, occupational, and physical therapy services, and is recognized as a community leader in providing services for children with developmental differences and disabilities and has community partnerships with many respected entities.
The Arc of South Florida, Inc. provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. *
ADA & ADAAA Compliant
Job Type: Independent Contractor 1099
COVID-19 considerations:
The Arc of South Florida, Inc. follows all DCF and CDC guidelines for COVID safety.