Director of Speech Therapy (SLP-CCC)

Director of Speech-Language Pathology Chandler, AZ | $90,000 $100,000+

Therapy Matters, Inc. Chandler, Arizona, United States (Hybrid)SaveApply

About the Company

Therapy Matters is a clinician-founded, privately-owned pediatric therapy company with a clinic in Chandler, Arizona, dedicated to neurodiversity-affirming, family-centered care. We bring PT, OT, Speech, and ABA together under one roof to deliver truly collaborative, play-based therapy for children birth18.

About the Role

Our team thrives in a supportive, growth-oriented environment with modern tools, manageable caseloads, and a shared passion for helping every child reach their full potential. Were not corporate were a close-knit group focused on clinical excellence, work-life balance, and making a real difference every day.

Great opportunity to lead a growing, neurodiversity-affirming speech program while still treating kids you love.

Responsibilities:

• Lead the SLP department: mentor SLPs & SLPAs, conduct performance reviews, and drive clinical excellence
• Deliver evidence-based, play-based, neurodiversity-affirming therapy (articulation, language, social communication, AAC, fluency)
• Treat patients with 5360 min 1:1 sessions (you choose your clinical vs leadership mix)
• Support clinicians with clinic-based and home-health cases as needed
• Collaborate daily with on-site OT, Speech, and ABA teams for true interdisciplinary care

Required Skills & Qualifications

• Masters degree in Speech-Language Pathology from an accredited program
• Active Arizona SLP license + ASHA CCC-SLP
• Minimum 3 years Pediatric SLP experience + at least 2 years in a leadership/supervisory role
• Experience with neurodiverse populations (especially autism, social communication, AAC)
• Knowledge of Arizona DDD/AHCCCS guidelines, commercial insurance authorizations, and compliant billing/documentation
• Passion for community outreach and program growth
• Current Level 1 Fingerprint Clearance Card, CPR/First Aid, and Article 9 certification

Preferred Skills & Qualifications

• Advanced training or certification in AAC, PROMPT, FEES, Social Thinking, or similar
• Experience designing or improving clinical programs, documentation systems, or quality initiatives
• Proven success in community outreach, parent training workshops, or interdisciplinary program development
• Comfort leading performance evaluations, coaching sessions, and team policy creation
• Passion for neurodiversity-affirming practices and staying current with evidence-based research
• Ability to work primarily in-clinic with occasional in-home visits
• Experience building clinical programs or documentation systems

Pay range and compensation package: $90,000 $100,000+ (DOE). Health, Dental, and Vision insurance, 401(k), Generous PTO and Sick Time, CEU budget + dedicated leadership development

How to Apply: Easy Apply via LinkedIn or email resume to careers@therapymatters.org. We typically respond within 24/hours.

Equal Opportunity Statement: We are committed to diversity and inclusivity.

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