About this Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) role at The Place for Children with Autism
Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) - Full Time
Location: In-person | Multi Site: Pilsen and River North
We’re growing! The Place for Speech is dedicated to delivering high-quality, compassionate speech therapy that positively impacts the lives of children with autism and their families.
As part of our continued expansion across Chicagoland and surrounding suburbs, we are bringing speech services to more clinics than ever before. Affiliated with The Place for Children with Autism, our growing footprint allows us to serve more families—and we’re excited to welcome passionate clinicians to grow alongside us.
Position Overview:
We are seeking full-time Speech-Language Pathologists (SLPs) to join our collaborative and mission-driven team. In this role, you will provide impactful therapy services to children ages 2–8 in our clinic locations.
This opportunity is ideal for clinicians who are passionate about working with children on the autism spectrum and have experience across areas such as ASD, apraxia, phonological processes, articulation, language, voice, pragmatics, AAC, and feeding. If you’re looking to make a meaningful difference while growing your career, we’d love to connect.
What You’ll Do:
- Conduct comprehensive evaluations and develop individualized, effective treatment plans
- Build and manage a full caseload across our expanding clinic network
- Monitor, evaluate, and document client progress using clinical observations, caregiver feedback, and standardized assessments
- Maintain accurate clinical documentation, including evaluations, daily notes, progress reports, and billing
- Stay current with evidence-based practices in speech-language pathology
- Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team committed to high-quality care
- Provide education, training, and support to families and caregivers
- Design engaging, developmentally appropriate therapy activities
- Manage time effectively and work independently when needed
- Foster a positive, professional, and supportive clinical culture
- Represent The Place for Speech with enthusiasm and professionalism
Who We’re Looking For:
- Master’s degree in Speech-Language Pathology from an accredited program
- CCC-SLP from ASHA or eligibility to obtain
- Illinois SLP licensure or eligibility
- Valid Illinois driver’s license and car insurance
- Experience working with children diagnosed with ASD
- Bilingual Spanish speakers strongly encouraged to apply
- Knowledge of speech therapy billing practices
- Reliable transportation to multiple clinic locations
- Strong multitasking, organizational, and communication skills
What We Offer:
- Competitive salary based on experience
- Comprehensive medical and life insurance
- Generous paid vacation, sick time, wellness days, and holidays
- Eligibility for annual bonus
- Professional development and CEU stipend
- Performance-based salary increases
- Monthly wellness membership reimbursement
- Mileage reimbursement for travel between clinic locations
Ready to Grow With Us?
If you’re passionate about helping children with autism and excited to be part of a growing organization making a real impact, we’d love to hear from you. Join The Place for Speech and be part of a team redefining excellence in pediatric speech therapy.
Ready to join us in making a difference? Apply now and let's create brighter futures together at The Place for Children with Autism!
The Place for Children with Autism is an Equal Opportunity Employer, all qualified applicants receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.
We use AI-assisted tools to help review applications, but all hiring decisions are made by humans. These tools are designed to assess job-related qualifications fairly and in compliance with all applicable anti-discrimination laws.
If you need a reasonable accommodation during the hiring process, please contact peopleteam@ThePlaceForABA.COM.
