Alivia Care At Home

Join Alivia Care @ Home — Where Compassion Meets Independence.

At Alivia Care @ Home, we’re committed to delivering high-quality, personalized home healthcare and companion services that empower adults across Florida to live safely and independently—wherever they call home. Our mission is to support the dignity, health, and well‑being of every patient, while our vision ensures care that adapts to each individual’s needs, helping them and their caregivers live the best life possible at every stage.

Position Summary

The Alivia Home Health Speech Therapist (also known as Speech Language Pathologist) evaluates and treats speech and language disorders in participants, with a focus on the geriatric population. This role includes conducting diagnostic assessments, developing therapy plans, and collaborating with an interdisciplinary team to implement appropriate interventions. Responsibilities also include counseling, education, and supporting communication‑related functional improvements.

PRN as needed for Duval, St. John's, Clay and Nassau counties

Competitive Mileage Reimbursement

Essential Functions

• Provide speech therapy services in accordance with individualized care plans
• Conduct evaluations using diagnostic tools to assess speech and language functions
• Develop, implement, and adjust treatment plans in collaboration with the interdisciplinary team
• Monitor, record, and report participant progress
• Participate in organizational committees that support interdisciplinary collaboration
• Adhere to all organizational policies, procedures, and regulatory standards
• Maintain confidentiality of participant records and interactions
• Promote safe practices and environments for participants with communication impairments
• Engage in continuous professional development
• Only act within the scope of their authority to practice
• Perform additional duties as assigned

QualificationsKnowledge and Critical Skills

• In‑depth knowledge of speech therapy principles and rehabilitative techniques
• Familiarity with geriatric‑specific conditions and best practices
• Ability to identify and mitigate speech‑related safety risks
• Strong judgment, problem‑solving, and cognitive assessment skills
• Effective collaboration in interdisciplinary health‑care settings
• Passion for working with older adult populations

Experience

• Minimum 2 years of experience as a Speech Therapist, preferred
• At least 1 year of experience with frail or elderly populations, preferred
• Minimum 1 year of experience working with individuals with dementia, preferred

License / Certification

• Certificate of Clinical Competence in Speech‑Language Pathology (CCC‑SLP) from ASHA, preferred
• Active state license in Speech Therapy (e.g., Florida)
• CPR with First Aid or BLS certification
• Valid Florida driver’s license and auto insurance

Education

• Master’s degree in Speech Pathology or equivalent

Other Requirements

• Medical clearance for communicable diseases
• Up‑to‑date immunizations before participant contact

The knowledge, skills and abilities listed above are typically acquired through the levels of education and experience listed. However, any equivalent combination of education and/or experience, which provide an applicant with the listed knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the essential duties and responsibilities of the job, is acceptable

This description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by employees assigned to this role. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, qualifications, and working conditions required of employees in this position. The organization reserves the right to modify or amend the duties of the position or to require that additional tasks be performed as organizational needs change. This description does not constitute a contract of employment, and employment with the organization is at‑will, meaning either the employee or the organization may terminate the relationship at any time, with or without cause or notice.

ADA Statement / Disclaimer

Alivia Care, Inc., including all of its subsidiaries and affiliated companies, is committed to complying with all applicable provisions of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), as amended. We provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities to ensure equal access to employment opportunities and the ability to perform the essential functions of a position. If you require an accommodation to complete the application process, interview, or perform the essential functions of a role, please contact Human Resources at humanresources@aliviacare.com.

We participate in E‑Verify to confirm the employment eligibility of all newly hired employees.

Where applicable, and as required by law, employment with Alivia Care may be contingent upon successful completion of a background screening initiated by the organization through the Florida Agency for Health Care Administration (AHCA) Background Screening Clearinghouse. More information about the Clearinghouse, including positions that require screening, can be found here: https://info.flclearinghouse.com.