Speech-Language Pathologist

Speech-Language Pathologist (In-Home, Early Intervention – North San Diego County)

Overview

Ashford Speech and Advocacy P.C. is an SLP-owned private practice based in Vista, CA. Colleen Ashford, the owner, is looking for her first hire to help expand the practice and serve more families in North San Diego County

In-home Speech-Language Therapy for children ages 0–3 years. The right candidate will be able to work a minimum of 6 sessions per week, with at least 3 sessions between 4–6 pm. This caseload will be built up over the period of 4-5 weeks.

The right candidate will be comfortable conducting all evaluations and therapy in family homes of all kinds, believe in the mission of early-intervention to reach all children who require therapeutic services regardless of income, family immigration status, or other factors, and understand their critical role in breaking down barriers to access by providing Regional-Center-funded in-home therapy.

Ashford Speech and Advocacy P.C. serves many Spanish-speaking families; bilingualism is preferred but not required. SLPs will engage in company-paid continuing education on diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility.

Who Would This Job Be a Great Fit For?

• A first- or second-year SLP who didn't get solid CFY mentorship and wants kind, consistent guidance, observation opportunities, and grace while developing skills.
• An SLP burning out from school-based work who wants to try home-health/early intervention part-time before committing full-time.
• An SLP energized by 1:1 individualized treatment and parent coaching.
• An SLP re-entering the field who needs flexibility for family obligations.

If you checked one or more of those boxes, keep reading

What Makes Ashford Speech and Advocacy P.C. Different?

Structured Support from Day 1

You won't be thrown into treating before you're ready. You'll observe first, meet in person to review procedures and expectations, and have "ask-me-anything" meetings until you feel comfortable. Personalized mentorship is a passion of the owner who has been a Lead SLP in another clinic and supervised several CFs before pursuing private practice.

Values-Based Care

Ethical treatment, billing, and referral systems are top priorities. We strive for neurodiversity affirming care that honors all intersections of a client's identity, balanced with meeting parents where they are on their own journey of acceptance.

Paid Report Writing Time

Your report-writing time is paid — no off-the-clock work.

Opportunities to Grow

As the practice grows, so can you. Supervisory roles, private-pay specialization, or special education advocacy paths are all open possibilities.

Flexibility

Choose and adjust your hours, take guilt-free sick days, and build your schedule at your own pace.

Duties

• Conduct speech and language assessments.
• Write SMART goals based on assessment results.
• Provide early intervention services to children with a variety of diagnoses and/or delays.
• Collaborate with parents to support progress.
• Maintain accurate documentation in Simple Practice.

Skills

• Experience with pediatric populations.
• Ability to explain evaluation results in parent-friendly terms.
• Skill in routine-based and play-based early intervention strategies.
• Willingness to grow in parent-coaching skills.

Benefits

• W-2 position: paid for evaluations, treatment and 1hr per report
• 401(k) + Matching up to 3.5%
• Continuing Education Reimbursement (CCC not required)
• Mileage, Printing, Materials, Phone/Internet Reimbursement
• Flexible Schedule
• Full-size iPad with AAC apps for trials
• Opportunities for Advancement
• Opportunities for Referral Bonuses
• Paid Time Off
• Disability Insurance
• Workers' Comp & Professional Liability Insurance

Qualifications & Requirements

• California SLP Licensure (RPE okay)
• Driver's License & Reliable Vehicle
• Auto Insurance
• Phone plan with hotspot capability
• Willingness to travel to client homes

Additional Information

To get to know more about Colleen and Ashford Speech and Advocacy P.C., visit @ashfordspeechandadvocacypc and on Instagram.

Job Type: Part-time, with opportunity to grow to full-time

Pay: $55.00–$60.00 per hour (based on experience and bilingualism)

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $ $60.00 per hour

Expected hours: 6 – 10 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Continuing education credits
• Disability insurance
• Flexible schedule
• Mileage reimbursement
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance

Work Location: On the road