Speech-Language Pathologist
$38 - $41/hour | Full-Time or Part-Time | Monday-Friday | Flexible Schedule
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.
Why Join KDC? | Competitive Benefits Package
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
Vacation, Personal, and Sick Time
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
Conduct developmental assessments and evaluations
Partner with families to develop and implement IFSP goals
Provide home, community, and group-based Early Intervention services
Coach and empower caregivers to support their child's development
Collaborate with multidisciplinary team members
Maintain accurate documentation and compliance with EI standards
Participate in supervision, team meetings, and professional development
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.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience working with infants, toddlers, and families in home- or community-based settings.
- Knowledge of family-centered practices and early childhood development.
- Familiarity with evidence-based intervention approaches, parent coaching models, and community resources.
- Previous experience in a multidisciplinary or transdisciplinary team environment.
- Bilingual or multilingual abilities.
Working Conditions & Physical Requirements:
- This position requires frequent travel to homes, community settings, and meetings, as well as prolonged periods of driving, phone, iPad, and computer use.
- The EIS must be able to enter and work in a variety of home environments, including those with physical or environmental challenges such as stairs, limited accessibility, pets, and varying temperature conditions.
- The role involves extended periods of sitting, kneeling, standing, walking, bending, and reaching during home visits and trainings.
- May require climbing of stairs, pivoting, lifting, pushing, or pulling of up to 40 pounds to assist individuals or move program-related materials.
- May be required to provide physical assistance or support to individuals with mobility needs or in crisis situations, and must be comfortable navigating unpredictable settings.
- Caseloads and related physical demands will fluctuate, and the EIS must be adaptable to these changes.
