Speech-Language Therapist - SLP

EmpowerED Care is a trauma-informed, family-centered agency dedicated to strengthening and stabilizing high-risk children and families. Our Early Intervention Speech-Language Therapists play a vital role in helping infants and toddlers develop essential communication skills, ensuring they reach their full potential.

We have multiple locations that we service around New York City; Westchester, Rockland, Orange, Putnam, Nassau, and Suffolk Counties.

We can offer Full-Time / Part-Time / Contract positions. We offer a flexible schedule with remote/hybrid work with travel to patients within your community.

Key Responsibilities:

Assessment & Diagnosis

• Conduct comprehensive evaluations to identify speech, language, and swallowing disorders in infants and toddlers.
• Develop individualized treatment plans based on developmental milestones and family needs.

Therapeutic Intervention

• Provide play-based, structured therapy to enhance communication, articulation, and language development.
• Teach children how to make sounds, improve their voices, and strengthen oral/written language skills.
• Utilize augmentative and alternative communication (AAC) strategies when needed.

Family & Caregiver Support

• Coach parents and caregivers on techniques to reinforce speech and language development at home.
• Provide counseling and education on coping strategies for speech-related challenges.

Collaboration & Advocacy

• Work closely with educators, occupational therapists, psychologists, and social workers to create holistic intervention strategies.
• Advocate for early intervention services and educate families on the importance of early speech therapy.

Documentation & Compliance

• Maintain accurate records of therapy sessions, progress reports, and treatment adjustments.
• Ensure compliance with state and federal early intervention regulations.

Qualifications & Skills

• Education: Master’s Degree in Speech-Language Pathology (SLP)
• Licensing: Valid SLP license & Certificate of Clinical Competence (CCC) from ASHA
• Experience: 1-3 years in early intervention or pediatric speech therapy preferred
• Skills: Strong knowledge of child development, speech disorders, and family-centered care
• Soft Skills: Compassionate, patient, and excellent communication skills

Why Join EmpowerED Care?

Mission-Driven Work – Make a lasting impact on children and families.
Collaborative Team – Work alongside dedicated professionals in education and healthcare.
Growth Opportunities – Expand your expertise in trauma-informed care and early intervention.

Flexible schedule with remote/hybrid work!