Director of Speech-Language Pathology – Chandler, AZ

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

Therapy Matters is a clinician-founded, privately-owned pediatric therapy company with a clinic in Chandler, Arizona. We bring PT, OT, Speech, and ABA together under one roof to deliver truly collaborative, play-based therapy for children birth–18.

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. We’re not corporate — we’re 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
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• 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 53–60 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

• Master’s degree in Speech-Language Pathology from an accredited program
• 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 Linked In or email resume to careers. We typically respond within 24 hours.

Equal Opportunity Statement We are committed to diversity and inclusivity.