Speech & Language Pathologist

Kennedy-Donovan Center • New Bedford, MA

27d • $37 - $40 • Onsite

About The Position

Kennedy-Donovan Center is hiring an Early Intervention Speech-Language Pathologist to support infants and toddlers from birth to age 3 and their caregivers throughout Massachusetts. The role uses family-centered, evidence-based practices to promote children's developmental growth. The position is community-based and involves providing services in homes, community settings, and groups, as well as collaborating with families and a multidisciplinary team. Full-time (30+ hours) and part-time schedules are available, Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.; scheduling flexibility is required, including occasional evenings. The role requires extensive travel and use of technology for documentation and communication.

Requirements

• Meet the required degree, licensure, and certification standards defined in the Early Intervention Operational Standards.
• Flexibility in scheduling, including occasional evenings.
• Strong organizational, interpersonal, and communication skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and other required documentation software.
• CPR/First Aid certification, or ability to obtain certification within the designated timeframe.
• Valid driver's license, reliable transportation, and willingness to travel extensively.
• Comfort working in varied home and community environments.

Responsibilities

• Conduct developmental assessments and evaluations.
• Partner with families to develop and implement IFSP goals.
• Provide home-, community-, and group-based Early Intervention services.
• Coach and empower caregivers to support their child's development.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary team members.
• Maintain accurate documentation and comply with Early Intervention standards.
• Participate in supervision, team meetings, and professional development.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Health Savings Account (HSA).
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA and Dependent Care).
• Employer-paid life insurance.
• Employer-paid long-term disability.
• Free virtual medical, mental health, therapy, and psychiatry services.
• Musculoskeletal Support Program.
• Mileage reimbursement for work-related travel.
• 403(b) retirement plan.
• Student loan repayment assistance.
• Tuition remission opportunities.
• Professional development and career growth.
• Vacation, personal, and sick time.
• Up to 11 paid holidays.
• Pet insurance.
• Accident, critical illness, and hospital indemnity coverage.
• BJ's Wholesale Club membership discounts.
• Personal auto and home insurance support.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level