Speech & Language Pathologist
Listed compensation
$37-$40/hr
The week · per this posting · Monday – Friday
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Job Description
Job Details:
Level: Entry, Job Location: Early Intervention, Plymouth - Plymouth, MA, Position Type: Part Time/ Full Time, Education Level: Master's Degree, Salary Range: $37.00 - $40.00Hourly, Travel Percentage: Road Warrior, Job Shift: Day, Job Category: Early Intervention, Speech-Language Pathologist $37 - $40 / hour | Flexible Schedule | Work-Life Balance | Pediatrics Make a Difference with KDC At Kennedy-Donovan Center (KDC), we're committed to helping children and families reach their fullest potential.
As an Early Intervention Speech-Language Pathologist, you'll work with infants and toddlers (birth to age 3) and their caregivers to support developmental growth through family-centered, evidence-based practices.
Join a collaborative team where your expertise is valued, your professional growth is supported, and your work creates lasting impact for children and families throughout Massachusetts.
Schedule
Full-Time (30+ Hours) and Part-Time Available Monday - Friday, 8 am - 4 pm Key Responsibilities: Assessment & Evaluation – Conduct developmental assessments and eligibility evaluations to identify strengths and needs across adaptive, cognitive, motor, social-emotional, and communication domains.
Intervention Planning – Collaborate with families to develop individualized IFSPs with meaningful, measurable goals and strategies. Direct Services – Provide home, community, and group-based services through a parent/caregiver coaching model aligned with IFSP goals.
Family Support & Advocacy – Educate and empower families to understand child development, access resources, and advocate effectively for their child’s needs. Collaboration & Coordination – Partner with other professionals to deliver integrated, comprehensive services.
Documentation & Progress Monitoring – Maintain timely, accurate records; track progress; and review IFSPs to adjust services as needed. Compliance & Productivity – Ensure accurate billing and documentation in accordance with EI Operational Standards and agency policies while meeting productivity expectations.
Professional Growth & Teamwork – Engage in supervision, team meetings, case reviews, and professional development to stay current with best practices. Other Duties – Perform additional job-related responsibilities as assigned.
Why Join KDC? | Competitive
Benefits
Package Health & Wellness Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance Health Savings Account (HSA) Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA & Dependent Care) Employer-Paid Life Insurance Employer-Paid Long-Term Disability Free Virtual Medical, Mental Health, Therapy, and Psychiatry Services Musculoskeletal Support Program Financial & Professional Growth Mileage Reimbursement for Work-Related Travel 403(b) Retirement Plan Student Loan Repayment Assistance Tuition Remission Opportunities Professional Development and Career Growth Additional Perks Vacation (156 hours), Personal (16 hours), and Sick Time (80 hours)* Up to 11 Paid Holidays Pet Insurance Accident, Critical Illness, and Hospital Indemnity Coverage BJ's Wholesale Club Membership Discounts Personal Auto and Home Insurance Support *PTO is calculated using an accrual rate based on hours worked.
Qualifications: Required Qualifications
- Must meet the required degree, licensure, and certification standards as defined in the Early Intervention Operational Standards.
- Flexibility in scheduling is required, including occasional evenings.
- Strong organizational, interpersonal, and communication skills.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office and other required documentation software.
- CPR/First Aid Certified (or ability to obtain certification within designated timeframe).
- Valid driver’s license, reliable transportation, and willingness to travel extensively. Working Environment This position is community-based and requires travel to homes and community settings. Candidates must be comfortable working in a variety of environments and utilizing technology for documentation and communication. Ready to Make an Impact? Join a mission-driven organization that invests in its employees while making a meaningful difference in the lives of children and families every day.
Key Responsibilities
Conduct developmental assessments and provide home or community-based speech therapy services to infants and toddlers. Collaborate with families to develop individualized service plans and maintain accurate documentation of progress.
Requirements
Requires a Master's degree and appropriate licensure/certification for Early Intervention standards. Candidates must have a valid driver's license, reliable transportation, and the ability to travel extensively.
Qualifications
- Education
- Master's degree (postgraduate degree)
Key Skills
Work-Life Balance Analysis
WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Speech & Language Pathologist at Kennedy-Donovan Center a 6.8 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as good. This places the position in the top 25% in Speech Language Pathology — ranked against 6,765 active Speech Language Pathology listings on WeekdayDoc. Contributing factors include no weekend requirements.
Speech-Language Pathologist Career Context
Of the 40 active Speech-Language Pathology listings this role was benchmarked against, 13% are remote, 43% have no call, 65% require no weekends.
Speech-Language Pathology pay on WeekdayDoc is up 4.1% vs. the prior quarter (through Sep 2026).
The cost-of-living index for Massachusetts is 105.8 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$80k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $76k in an average-cost state. 63.2% of Massachusetts clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).
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