Speech & Language Pathologist I (Autism Language Program)

The Autism Language Program (ALP) at Boston Children’s Hospital is seeking a full-time ASHA Certified Speech-Language Pathologist with Massachusetts licensure (or license eligibility) who specializes in Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC) with a focus on autism spectrum disorder (ASD). This is not a Clinical Fellowship position.

The ALP provides dynamic, individualized evaluations and interventions for individuals with complex communication profiles. Clinicians are encouraged to pursue AAC-related research and develop specific clinical interests that align with the mission of the program.

Location: Waltham outpatient clinic, with possible expansion to Brookline or other sites.
Schedule: Full-time, on-site with potential hybrid flexibility in the future. One Saturday per month required, with potential for expanded Saturday coverage.

Key Responsibilities:

• Perform AAC evaluations using a feature-matching approach for individuals with a primary diagnosis of ASD

• Conduct dynamic communication and language evaluations across receptive, expressive, and speech functioning domains

• Interview and counsel patients and families about communication disorders

• Plan and implement case management, follow-up, and referrals

• Document and report evaluation results clearly and accurately

• Collaborate within and across departments to support patient care

• Follow all hospital and departmental policies and procedures

• Contribute to AAC-related research and/or develop projects within the scope of the clinical role

• Develop clinical specialties within AAC and autism that further the mission of the ALP

Minimum Qualifications

Education:

• Master’s degree or higher in Speech-Language Pathology

Experience:

• Minimum of 1 year of direct clinical experience using AAC tools (from no-tech to high-tech) in evaluation and treatment

• Minimum of 1 year of clinical experience working with Level 2–3 autistic individuals with complex communication profiles (e.g., minimally speaking or non-speaking)

Licensure/Certifications:

• ASHA Certification in Speech-Language Pathology (CCC-SLP)

• Massachusetts SLP license or license eligibility