Speech & Language Pathologist I (Autism Language Program)

The Autism Language Program (ALP) at Boston Childrens Hospital is seeking a full-time ASHA Certified Speech-Language Pathologist with Massachusetts licensure (or license eligibility) who specializes in Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC) with a focus on autism spectrum disorder (ASD). This is not a Clinical Fellowship position .

The ALP provides dynamic, individualized evaluations and interventions for individuals with complex communication profiles. Clinicians are encouraged to pursue AAC-related research and develop specific clinical interests that align with the mission of the program.

Location: Waltham outpatient clinic, with possible expansion to Brookline or other sites.
Schedule: Full-time, on-site with potential hybrid flexibility in the future. One Saturday per month required, with potential for expanded Saturday coverage.

Key Responsibilities:

• Perform AAC evaluations using a feature-matching approach for individuals with a primary diagnosis of ASD

• Conduct dynamic communication and language evaluations across receptive, expressive, and speech functioning domains

• Interview and counsel patients and families about communication disorders

• Plan and implement case management, follow-up, and referrals

• Document and report evaluation results clearly and accurately

• Collaborate within and across departments to support patient care

• Follow all hospital and departmental policies and procedures

• Contribute to AAC-related research and/or develop projects within the scope of the clinical role

• Develop clinical specialties within AAC and autism that further the mission of the ALP

Minimum Qualifications

Education:

• Masters degree or higher in Speech-Language Pathology

Experience:

• Minimum of 1 year of direct clinical experience using AAC tools (from no-tech to high-tech) in evaluation and treatment

• Minimum of 1 year of clinical experience working with Level 23 autistic individuals with complex communication profiles (e.g., minimally speaking or non-speaking)

Licensure/Certifications:

• ASHA Certification in Speech-Language Pathology (CCC-SLP)

• Massachusetts SLP license or license eligibility

Boston Childrens Hospital offers competitive compensation and unmatched benefits including flexible schedules, affordable health, vision and dental insurance, child care and student loan subsidies, generous levels of time off, 403(b) Retirement Savings plan, Pension, Tuition and certain License and Certification Reimbursement, cell phone plan discounts and discounted rates on T-passes. Experience the benefits of passion and teamwork.