At Helping Hand, we're more than a workplace—we're a community dedicated to transforming lives through genuine care and education. If you're passionate about helping children find their voice and reach their fullest potential, we'd love to meet you.

We're seeking a compassionate, collaborative, and motivated full-time Speech-Language Pathologist to join our multidisciplinary school team serving students with intellectual and developmental disabilities. In this role, you'll have the opportunity to make a lasting impact while working alongside experienced educators, therapists, and clinical professionals who share your commitment to student success.

SCHEDULE AND COMPENSATION:

• On-site position, weekdays, 40 hours per week
• Salary range $72,000 - $77,000/year (Salary/Exempt). 
• Salary based on skills and experience.
• Up to 8% annual 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, personal time, paid school breaks, and accrued sick time.
• PSLF-qualifying employer under the Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program.

WHAT YOU'LL DO:

• Conduct comprehensive speech and language evaluations to assess students' communication, receptive and expressive language, articulation, oral motor, pragmatic language, and related developmental needs.
• Develop individualized treatment plans and measurable goals that align with each student's Individualized Education Program (IEP).
• Provide engaging individual and small-group therapy sessions using evidence-based interventions tailored to each student's unique strengths and needs.
• Collaborate closely with teachers, occupational therapists, physical therapists, psychologists, behavior specialists, nurses, and other professionals to develop coordinated, student-centered programming.
• Participate in IEP meetings, eligibility meetings, Domain meetings, classroom team meetings, and other interdisciplinary planning discussions to ensure comprehensive student support.
• Monitor student progress, maintain accurate documentation, complete evaluation reports, quarterly progress reports, daily treatment notes, and all required records within established timelines.
• Develop therapy materials, communication supports, and classroom strategies that promote student success across educational environments.
• Consult with classroom staff and provide ongoing coaching and training to support communication strategies throughout the school day.
• Partner with parents, guardians, and caregivers by providing education, home programming, and practical strategies that encourage carryover of communication skills beyond the classroom.
• Facilitate social communication groups and other therapeutic programming designed to build meaningful communication, social interaction, and functional life skills.
• Stay current on evidence-based practices while helping foster a positive, inclusive, and supportive learning environment where every student has the opportunity to reach their fullest potential.
• Other duties as assigned.

WHAT YOU BRING:

Education:

• Master's Degree in Speech-Language Pathology.
• Current Illinois Speech-Language Pathologist License.

Experience:

• Experience working with students with developmental disabilities, intellectual disabilities, autism, or multiple diagnoses is highly valued.

Skill Sets:

• Passion for working with children and young adults ages 3–22.
• Strong communication, organization, and collaboration skills.
• Ability to work independently while thriving as part of a team.
• Ability to promote and adhere to company values.
• A commitment to a diverse, inclusive, and equitable work environment.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

• The person in this position needs to occasionally move about to assist 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 file cabinets or assist students. 
• The ability to communicate information and ideas so others will understand. Must be able to exchange accurate information in all situations. 
• The person in this position may encounter students exhibiting physical aggression; must be comfortable working in periods of crisis and feel comfortable de-escalating individually or as a team.

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.