Job Description

Job Location: Orland Park North Clinic - Orland Park, IL 60462
Position Type: Full TimeEducation
Level: Graduate Degree
Salary Range: $68,000.00 - $68,000.00 Salary/year
Travel Percentage: Local - Up to 25 percent within Illinois
Job Shift: Full Time: 80 hours per pay period
Job Category: Speech Therapy

Position Summary:
The Clinical Fellow, Speech-Language Pathologist will build and carry a target caseload of 22 billable hours per week and will receive a minimum of 4 hours of direct supervision and support per week from a licensed, ASHA-certified Speech-Language Pathologist.
Essential Functions:
- Provide evaluation and treatment services for pediatric clients across a range of communication disorders, including but not limited to articulation/phonology, language (receptive/expressive), fluency, voice, and social communication.
- Maintain a caseload of up to 22 billable hours of direct client contact per week.
- Conduct comprehensive speech-language evaluations and develop individualized treatment plans based on assessment findings and family-centered goals.
- Implement evidence-based intervention strategies appropriate to the age, diagnosis, and individual needs of each client.
- Provide caregiver coaching and family education to promote generalization of skills across home and community environments.
- Collaborate with interdisciplinary team members, including occupational therapists, physical therapists, educators, and physicians, as appropriate.
- Complete timely and accurate clinical documentation, including evaluation reports, daily progress notes, treatment plans, and discharge summaries, in compliance with clinic and payer requirements.
- Maintain accurate records of billable services and comply with all billing and coding procedures.
- Participate in team meetings, case conferences, and continuing education opportunities as assigned
- Actively participate in weekly direct supervision sessions ( 4 hours per week) with an assigned ASHA-certified CF Mentor/Supervisor.
- Complete all ASHA Clinical Fellowship requirements in accordance with the current ASHA CFY guidelines, including submission of required documentation at designated CF milestones.
- Accept and apply constructive feedback provided during supervision to develop clinical competence and professional judgment.
- Engage in ongoing self-reflection and professional development throughout the fellowship year.

Qualifications

Required Education, Experience and Credentials:
- Master's degree in Speech-Language Pathology from an ASHA-accredited program.
- Eligibility for state licensure as a Speech-Language Pathologist (provisional/temporary license acceptable to begin the CFY).
- ASHA membership and completion of all academic and clinical clock hour requirements for CFY eligibility.
- Practicum experience in a pediatric outpatient or school-based setting, strongly preferred.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
- Exposure to augmentative and alternative communication (AAC), autism spectrum disorder (ASD), or early intervention populations.
- Familiarity with electronic health record (EHR) systems.
- Commitment to ethical, evidence-based, and culturally responsive clinical practice.
- Strong interpersonal skills and ability to build rapport with pediatric clients and their families.
Personal Attributes:
- Empathy – Connects with children and supports families with compassion
- Coachability – Open to feedback and committed to growth
- Communication – Builds rapport and collaborates effectively
- Organization – Manages caseload, documentation, and deadlines
- Growth Mindset – Reflective and driven to continuously improve

Work Environment and Physical Demands:
- Ability to learn and implement de-escalation skills for client sessions
- Ability to lift or carry 30 lbs
- Ability to work in a variety of positions, including on the floor during played-based therapy
Travel Requirements
- Some travel within assigned region for training, meetings and supporting client coverage needs.
Other Duties
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.