Join a mission-driven team dedicated to empowering individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities.  As an SLP in our Outpatient Clinic, you'll provide meaningful therapy services and collaborate with a passionate interdisciplinary team, and help clients thrive through personalized care.

SCHEDULE AND COMPENSATION:

• On-site position, weekdays.
• 40 hours per week.
• Salary: $68,000 - $80,000 annually for fully licensed SLPs, based on experience. 
  • Candidates in their Clinical Fellowship Year (CFY) will start at $63,000/yr during the required one-year supervision period.  Upon successful completion of the CFY and full licensure, salary will increase to at least $68,000/yr.
• Quarterly bonus potential.
• 403b retirement plan with up to a 4% company match.

HELPING HAND PERKS:

• Purpose-driven work that changes lives.
• Tuition reimbursement and clear career growth opportunities.
• Traditional medical (BCBS of IL), dental, and vision insurance.
• Employer-paid Group Life/AD&D, Short-Term, and Long-Term Disability.
• Team member appreciation events and year-round recognition.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and wellness support.
• Generous PTO including paid holidays, vacation, accrued sick time, and personal days.
• PSLF-qualifying employer under the Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program.

WHAT YOU'LL DO:

• Provide 1:1 speech therapy and AAC support.
• Conduct evaluations and write treatment plans/reports.
• Build strong relationships with clients and students.
• Collaborate with therapists, educators, and caregivers.
• Maintain a caseload of 35 clients per week.
• Provide home programming and training to parents, guardians, and caregivers to ensure carryover of therapy.
• Collaborate with outpatient cliinic team to strive for continued expansion and improvement of clinical services.
• Collaborate with supervisor to maximize billing and client care.
• Other duties as assigned.

WHAT YOU BRING:

Education:

• Master's or doctorate degree in speech language pathology.
• Current, unrestricted, active speech language pathology license with the state of Illinois.
• Current Certificate of Clinical Competence (CCC) through the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA) or Clinical Fellow (CF).

Experience:

• Experience working with individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities.

Skill Sets:

• Proficient and comfortable with technology such as Microsoft Office, Teams, Zoom, etc.
• Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Strong communication, tech, and organization skills.
• Passion for inclusive, client-centered care.
• Valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record with proof of ongoing personal motor vehicle insurance.
• Must be able to self-transport to work and site visits.
• Ability to promote and adhere to company values.
• A commitment to a diverse, inclusive, and equitable work environment.
• Ability to fulfill all necessary training requirements of the agency, including but not limited to crisis management (crisis management training includes de-escalation strategies and physical management techniques).

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

• The person in this position may encounter clients exhibiting physical aggression; must be comfortable working in periods of crisis and feel comfortable de-escalating individually or as a team.  
• The person in this position needs to occasionally move about inside the office to assist clients/students, access file cabinets, office machinery, etc.  
• The ability to observe details at a close range (within a few feet of the observer).   
• Consistently position self to maintain files in cabinets or assist clients/students.   
• The ability to communicate information and ideas so others will understand.  Must be able to exchange accurate information in all situations.   
• Must be able to follow Helping Hand procedures during emergency situations and provide safety and security of individuals along with Helping Hand property.  

Helping Hand is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. We provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants 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. We believe that embracing our differences strengthens our community and enhances the quality of care we provide.