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Step Forward Therapy is on a mission to improve the overall quality of life for the children and families we serve. Our collaborative, interdisciplinary team of therapists use evidence-based, traditional, and innovative therapy methods that address the individual needs of each child. We work closely with families to provide support and education to foster growth and improve a child's ability to engage in a meaningful and purposeful manner at school, at home, and in the community.We have an immediate opening for *full and* *part-time*, pediatric speech-language pathologists who are playful, enthusiastic, caring, compassionate, resourceful, and motivated. We would love for you to join us to make a difference in the lives of the children we serve by providing them with the skills that will allow them to learn, grow, and live a fulfilling life. If you enjoy working with children, and you would like to join our team, please apply!*Responsibilities:** Completion of documentation for all pre-authorizations, initial evaluations, re-evaluations, assessments, insurance reports, medical reviews, appeal processes and progress reports* Administer evaluations, tests, or examinations to pediatric patients to collect information on type and degree of impairments* Develop or implement individualized treatment plans for speech-language issues* Collects accurate data and makes data-based decisions* Writes reports and completes daily documentation, including the initial evaluation, treatment, progress, and discharge of clients* Maintain communication with families, doctors, schools, and other relevant service providers ensuring communication related to the client's program* Creates home programs to foster an environment for skills that will carry over into the home, and educates family members about various topics, such as communication techniques or strategies* Monitor patient's progress and adjust treatments accordingly* Maintain caseload and productivity* Collaborates with multidisciplinary team and participates in all team and individual meetings* Follows policies and procedures as established by the organization* Follows company procedures for canceling/scheduling clients, as necessary* Maintains and contributes to clinic cleanliness/organization (daily and weekly)* Maintains a safe work environment and creates/maintains an orderly and organized clinic*Qualifications:** SLP-CF or SLP-CCC* Current license from the State of Illinois in Speech Language pathology* 1-year communications experience, preferred* 1-year pediatrics experience, preferred* Strong knowledge of child development (specifically birth to 18 years), preferred* Experience with and passion for working with children, preferred* Personable, playful, positive, and patient with the ability to effectively build rapport with children and families* Excellent and effective verbal and written communication skills with all levels of internal and external audiences, ability to maintain confidentiality, positivity, and professionalism* Self-motivated with the willingness and accountability to exceed client expectations* Analytical mind and solutions-driven thinking* Detail oriented with the ability to organize and prioritize tasks, as well as multi-task in a fast-paced office environment* Excellent written and verbal communication skills* Works well with others, as well as independently in a supportive manner and can forge and maintain relationships* Must be willing to be fingerprinted and pass a background check* Must be dog-friendly - we have therapy dogs in the office*Benefits:** Competitive Salary* Individual Bonus Opportunities* Flexible Schedule* Monday-Friday Schedule / No Weekend Hours* CEU Reimbursement* BCBS Health Insurance* Dental and Vision Insurance* 401(k) with Employer Matching of 4%* Opportunities for Advancement*Physical Requirements: ** Periods of extensive standing (up to 2 hours at times), walking, and running* Navigating uneven surfaces* Requires lifting (25 - 30 lbs), positioning, pushing, and/or transferring patients* Frequent reaching, stooping, bending, kneeling, and crouching*Ability to commute/relocate:** Must have reliable transportation. If not local, must be willing to relocate before starting position (Preferred)Job Types: Full-time, Part-timePay: $62,000.00 - $85,000.00 per yearBenefits:* 401(k) matching* Continuing education credits* Dental insurance* Health insurance* Opportunities for advancement* Paid time off* Vision insuranceSchedule:* Monday to Friday* No weekendsEducation:* Master's (Required)Work Location: In person