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McCarton Foundation
New York, New York

Speech-Language Pathologist (Temporary / Substitute / Per Diem / Interim)

Speech-Language PathologistPer Diem

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$78k-$130k

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Job Description

Job Description

Join the McCarton Foundation and help transform lives! We’re seeking passionate and dedicated Speech-Language Pathologists (SLPs) interested in temporary, substitute, or interim engagements to provide services to children with autism aged 2–3 years old.

This is a flexible opportunity for professionals who may be looking for short-term assignments, periodic work, or interim roles—ranging from a single day to multiple weeks, based on your availability and our program needs.

We are open to engaging professionals as either W-2 employees or 1099 independent contractors, depending on the nature and duration of the assignment.

What You’LL Do

* Direct Care: Provide group treatment to children with autism aged 2–3.

* Assessment and Planning: Review physician referrals and children’s medical records, plan and perform treatment programs, and document goals and progress.

* Collaboration: Work with related service providers to support each child’s individualized plan.

* Professional Growth: Work within a supportive clinical environment with access to experienced team members.

Requirements

* New York State licensed Speech-Language Pathologist

* ASHA Certification

* Experience with autism and early childhood preferred

* Adaptable and comfortable entering new clinical environments

* Bilingual in Spanish and English is a plus

Compensation and Schedule

* Compensation: $100 per session block - minimum of $300 daily - maximum of $500 daily

* Schedule: Flexible. Assignments may be half-day, full-day, or multi-day/week depending on coverage needs

* Employment Type: This position is available as either a W-2 employee or a 1099 independent contractor, depending on your preference and eligibility

* Note: This is a temporary position and is not benefits-eligible

About Us

The McCarton Foundation is a non-profit organization dedicated to providing exceptional treatment and services to children with autism and other developmental disabilities. Our McCarton Integrated Model combines speech and language therapy, feeding therapy, fine and gross motor therapy, sensory integration therapy, socialization with peers, developmental play skills, and Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) therapy.

Equal Employment Opportunity

McCarton provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants, prohibiting discrimination and harassment based on 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.

Apply Now

Ready to make a difference in a flexible and meaningful way? Apply today to join our team on a temporary or substitute basis and contribute to our mission of transforming lives.

Key Responsibilities

Provide direct group speech and language therapy to children with autism aged 2-3 years old. Collaborate with other service providers to develop and implement individualized treatment plans and maintain accurate clinical documentation.

Qualifications

Education
Professional certificate or licensure
Experience
2+ years of experience

Key Skills

Speech-Language PathologyAutism Spectrum Disorder CareEarly Childhood DevelopmentTreatment PlanningGroup TherapyInterdisciplinary CollaborationBilingual Spanish/English

Speech-Language Pathologist Career Context

Of the 40 active Speech-Language Pathology listings this role was benchmarked against, 3% are remote, 57% have no call, 80% require no weekends.

The cost-of-living index for New York is 107.9 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$104k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $96k in an average-cost state. 64.6% of New York clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

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About McCarton Foundation

Mental Health Care
New York, NY
11-50 employees

Benefits & Perks

Flexible schedule
W-2 or 1099 options