Speech & Language Pathologist

Kennedy-Donovan Center•Southbridge, MA

25d•Onsite

About The Position

Kennedy-Donovan Center (KDC) is hiring an Early Intervention Speech-Language Pathologist to support infants and toddlers from birth to age 3 and their caregivers. The role uses family-centered, evidence-based practices to support children’s developmental growth throughout Massachusetts. The position is community-based, with services delivered in homes, community settings, and groups using a parent/caregiver coaching model. The schedule is Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m., with full-time (30+ hours) and part-time options and flexibility to accommodate occasional evenings.

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 a variety of community environments and using technology for documentation and communication.

Responsibilities

Conduct developmental assessments and eligibility evaluations across adaptive, cognitive, motor, social-emotional, and communication domains.
Collaborate with families to develop individualized IFSPs with meaningful, measurable goals and strategies.
Provide home, community, and group-based services through a parent/caregiver coaching model aligned with IFSP goals.
Educate and empower families to understand child development, access resources, and advocate for their child’s needs.
Partner with other professionals to deliver integrated, comprehensive services.
Maintain timely, accurate records, track progress, and review IFSPs to adjust services as needed.
Ensure accurate billing and documentation in accordance with EI Operational Standards and agency policies while meeting productivity expectations.
Participate in supervision, team meetings, case reviews, and professional development.
Perform additional job-related responsibilities as assigned.