Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC) Specialist
About The Position
Ascend is hiring an in-person Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC) Specialist / Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP) to support its expanding pediatric AAC services. The role focuses on AAC evaluations, speech-generating devices, assistive technology, autism support, and complex communication needs. Experience with AAC platforms such as Tobii Dynavox, TouchChat, LAMP Words for Life, and Proloquo2Go is highly valued. The position may involve work across Early Intervention, outpatient clinics, and school districts throughout California. The company describes itself as pediatric-focused and employee-driven, emphasizing work-life balance, mentorship, clinical growth, collaboration, and patient care. Both full-time and part-time candidates are considered; the listed job types also include contract work. Compensation is $80–$100 per hour, with expected hours of 15–40 per week.
Requirements
- Master's degree in Speech-Language Pathology.
- Certificate of Clinical Competence in Speech-Language Pathology (CCC-SLP).
- AAC-related coursework or experience.
- California state SLP license.
- Proven experience in AAC assessment.
Nice To Haves
- Prior school-based SLP experience.
- Experience with AAC platforms such as Tobii Dynavox, TouchChat, LAMP Words for Life, Proloquo2Go, and other communication systems.
Responsibilities
- Conduct assessments to evaluate patients' communication needs and abilities.
- Develop and implement individualized AAC plans tailored to each patient's requirements.
- Collaborate with educators and healthcare professionals to support students in school settings.
- Provide training and support to families and caregivers on AAC device usage.
- Stay updated on advancements in speech therapy and AAC technologies to enhance patient care.
Benefits
- Premium health, dental, and vision plans.
- 401(k) with employer match.
- Profit sharing.
- Flexible spending account (FSA).
- Life and disability insurance.
- PTO accrual and paid holidays beginning the first day.
- Reimbursement for CEUs, license fees, professional dues, CPR/first aid certification, and insurance costs.
- Online and physical clinical resources, including subscriptions to Boardmaker, TPT, and SLP Toolkit, and assessment kits.
- Orientation training for new SLPs and clinical supervisors.
- Mentorship programs.
- Employee EAP.
- Student Loan Pay-Down Program.
- Continuing education credits.
- Flexible schedule.
- Professional development assistance.
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Job Type
Full-time
