speech language pathologist

occupational therapist

pathology assistant

certified occupational therapy assistant

interventionist

Ascend Rehab Inc

Ascend works to support clinicians, so that they can focus on the children and families they serve. They stand out from the typical agency because they incorporate employee feedback at every level. Their CEO and admin team make themselves available to employees at every level, and make improvements to their programs and offerings in response to employee feedback. 

In my time at Ascend, I've had several speech therapist friends leave their current employers to join Ascend!

-Ascend is a growing company that still feels small because of the close-knit staff and the friendly leadership
-They offer amazing mentorship, and real options for growth and advancement (e.g. leadership opportunities, pay increases over time)
-They provide supplies and resources that other companies do not (e.g. laptop or iPad, depending on site placement) and opportunities to have the cost of some materials (e.g. therapy supplies, gas mileage) reimbursed 
-Ascend has school, preschool and clinical placements available in a wide range of locations throughout the Bay Area, giving you a chance to try out different settings and move around, as desired

Ascend makes it easy to maintain a full-time clinical career while still enjoying a work-life balance. I've felt appreciated every day I work for them and I hope to continue my career with them for years to come!

What is the best part of working at the company?
Leaving the company.  Used a family feel company to say can't you just help someone out. By the end you're doing two full-time jobs, not getting appreciation, and being told to not tell your support staff the jobs they need to do for the day because the staff feels that should come from a supervisor off site.

What is the most stressful part about working at the company?
Dealing with the favoritism and lack of appreciation. Quantity and quality of work was not the measure of being appreciated or creating a supportive environment from management.

What is the work environment and culture like at the company?
Already been stated favoritism and lack of appreciation for going above and beyond and doing a quality job.

What is a typical day like for you at the company?
I started paperwork at 5:00 in the morning worked an entire day at the school and then did paperwork anywhere up until 8:00 to 10:00 p.m. at night.

The Ascend team appears kind and listens to your concerns. This can be a great starting point for new therapists to receive support in a new setting. They provide access to some therapeutic materials and assessments to use in school districts. This is helpful, especially if you do not have any experience or your own materials. They also provide professional development days for PDUs. There is also some flexibility to change placements if you are not satisfied. 

However, they can be disorganized with placement details and not always upfront about caseloads and the work culture of the places they place us in. Be prepared to be your own advocate to get the support you need at your school district. The conversations around pay are also strange. They will ask you what you are looking for, rather than giving you a clear offer themselves first. There can be a high pay difference between therapists depending on how you negotiate. Ultimately, they are still a business.

In my 13 years of working as a SLPA, Ascend is one of the best companies I ever worked for .
1. Employees are always well appreciated for their work.
2. Ample opportunities to grow.
3. Different settings option.
4. Plenty of support available in different layers.
5. Company invests in the growth of their staff by providing professional development days( paid PD days), on going trainings etc.
6. One of the best payer in the market.
7. Job culture is very diverse and everyone is well respected.
8. Management is always ready to listen to your concerns and make necessary changes.
9. Great mentorship.
10. Has so many experienced veterans working for Ascend that you always have someone to help you.

Overall I am very excited and satisfied to be working with Ascend and would recommend it to anyone looking to grow, learn , be successful while being paid good for that.

Working at Ascend has been a worthwhile experience. The owner cares about the team here, and she shows it in the way she listens, supports, and steps up when someone needs help. She’s human, just like anyone else, and that makes her empathy feel real. The effort she puts in the little things, and the grace that she gives others says a lot about the kind of person she is.

Ascend is a place where effort and consistency are noticed. If you want to grow, there are opportunities to do so. There are ups and downs, but what stands out is that Ascend keeps trying to get better. Whether it’s adding new benefits, expanding programs, or taking the time to listen, there’s a clear effort to improve.

The work can be challenging, but it’s also fulfilling. You end the day knowing what you did mattered.

If you’re considering it, I’d say give Ascend a chance. You might be surprised by how much heart there really is here.

Ascend rehab is really poorly managed. There is not clear communication among staff in the company. The owner of the company delegates tasks that are her responsibility like checking in on other employees to make sure they are doing their tasks in a timely manner. There are a lot of different people handling the onboarding process, and most of them have not communicated with one another so it makes it difficult to get clarity on any questions or concerns. It is confusing to know who to go to when you have questions because there are so many people handling the onboarding process. They offer competitive pay most likely because 
it's a stressful company to work for. The owner goes out of town often so if you have questions a lot of the staff don't not have answers right away. 

* excessive work (overtime) with no overtime compensation or respect for work/life balance; work/additional responsibilities frequently added without any conversation about it first 
* bait and switch type contracting 
* no onboarding provided or time to adjust
* management was poorly organized, deceitful, and did not communicate effectively; frequent micromanagement 
* contacted at all hours; unable to disconnect from work
* these things made the job very difficult, stressful, and unenjoyable
* CE, materials, and benefits provided which was positive
* below average to average pay

This company is full of pure garbage. The staff make it seem that they care about you but they don't. They overwork ALL of their employees and high management are mean and very toxic and they do not care about their employees or their clients. If I could rate this company 0 stars I would. Do not ever apply here and do not fall for their garbage because that's exactly what you are going to get as soon as you step foot in this company. You are better off working at another company where the the high management cares about your mental well being because clearly these people don't care and only care about making bank. It's not worth it and just save your time and not waste it here.

What is the best part of working at the company?
Compensation, benefits, Flexibility 

What is the most stressful part about working at the company?
Overall stress is low, you have a extremely supportive team/administration 

What is the work environment and culture like at the company?
Work environment is energetic and safe. The company's culture is based on growth, support and positivity. 

What is a typical day like for you at the company?
Working at the clinic from 8:30-1 and then doing home based visits from 1:30-3:45/5:00. (I work a hybrid role, working clinic based and home based)

Ascend is a company that truly cares for each individual person. They work with you to resolve any issues you might have, such as high caseloads, long commutes, etc. Being a school SLP is not an easy job! We do have high caseloads and the assessments seem to never stop, BUT Ascend has little control over what school districts give us. What Ascend CAN and will always do is advocate for their employees, find help when it is needed, and work WITH you to ensure you get what you need. They also offer great benefits and resources to keep their employees healthy and happy. Honestly, I've never worked for a more caring company. Even in the most stressful times, I know Ascend has my back.

Top Job Titles	Average Salary
Speech language pathologist 279 salaries reported	$96,780 per year
Occupational therapist 126 salaries reported	$94,548 per year
Pathology assistant 19 salaries reported	$46.71 per hour
Certified occupational therapy assistant 38 salaries reported	$50.53 per hour
Interventionist 38 salaries reported	$65,263 per year

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