Speech Language Pathologist Assistant

Open Door Pediatric Therapy · Houston, TX Full Time

Job Description

About Us: Open Door Pediatric Therapy is a family-owned, locally run clinic committed to providing high-quality pediatric therapy services in the Houston Willowbrook Area. Specializing in Occupational Therapy (OT), Physical Therapy (PT), Speech Therapy (ST), and Feeding Therapy, our team focuses on helping children reach their full potential. As we expand, we are looking to add a passionate and dedicated Speech-Language Pathologist Assistant (SLPA) to our growing team. We offer a supportive, creative, and fun environment for both new graduates and experienced clinicians. Whether you are just starting your career or seeking new opportunities, we are committed to helping you grow and thrive in your role. Join us, and make a real difference in the lives of children and families! Responsibilities: Provide individual therapy sessions and group therapy to children with various speech and language needs. Participate in weekly department and company meetings. Collaborate with Speech Therapists, Occupational Therapists, and Physical Therapists to ensure the best care for each patient. Requirements: Must hold a current Speech-Language Pathologist Assistant (SLPA) license in Texas. Ability to work as part of a multidisciplinary team. Must be willing to relocate to Houston, Texas. Perks of Working at Open Door Pediatric Therapy: Competitive salary with guaranteed 40-hour pay (even with cancellations). Weekly performance bonuses. Mentorship and professional development opportunities. Prescheduled paperwork time to maintain a healthy work-life balance. Team-building events and regular outings. Monthly team meetings and collaboration with OT, PT, and ST teams. Free Airline Miles and Hotel Points (based on tenure). Unlimited CEUs and all licensing costs paid for. Four-day work week for a better work-life balance. Relocation/signing bonus up to $2,500! Family-oriented and supportive work culture where you can make lasting connections. How to Apply: If you are passionate about working with children and want to be part of a dynamic, growing team, we’d love to hear from you! Please submit your resume to hireme@opendoorpt.com. Job Type: Full-time Pay: $45,000.00 - $60,000.00 per year Benefits: Dental insurance Flexible schedule Health insurance Paid time off Professional development assistance Referral program Relocation assistance Vision insurance Schedule: 10 hour shift, 4 days a week Supplemental Pay: Bonus opportunities Work Location: In person Powered by JazzHR

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What Most Job Listings Don’t Tell You

General overview for this role type — specific duties and requirements vary by employer.

Support roles in senior living — housekeeping, maintenance, activities, and social work — are far more resident-facing than similar positions in other industries. Housekeepers and maintenance staff interact with residents in their personal living spaces daily, which requires discretion, patience, and genuine respect for the people who live there. In Texas, even non-clinical staff must complete facility-specific training on topics like abuse prevention, infection control, and emergency procedures.

Activities coordinators and social workers play a direct role in resident well-being — isolation and depression are significant concerns in senior living, and programming that keeps residents socially engaged has measurable health outcomes. Maintenance staff in senior care need to understand life-safety systems (fire alarms, emergency generators, call systems) and are often the first responders for building emergencies. Background checks are required for all positions, and many facilities prefer candidates who have previous experience working with older adults.

What to Expect in This Role Day-to-Day

Based on typical senior living facilities in the Houston area.

For housekeeping roles, the day follows a room-by-room schedule — cleaning resident rooms, sanitizing common areas, managing laundry, and responding to spill or accident cleanups as they happen. Infection control protocols are more rigorous than in hotels or commercial cleaning, especially during flu season or respiratory illness outbreaks.

Maintenance staff handle a daily work order queue — everything from changing light bulbs and fixing call buttons to HVAC maintenance and plumbing repairs. Life-safety equipment checks (fire extinguishers, exit lighting, generator testing) happen on set schedules. Activities professionals plan and lead group programming — exercise classes, crafts, music sessions, outings — and also provide one-on-one engagement for residents who cannot participate in group settings. Social workers manage care conferences, discharge planning, family mediation, and community resource referrals. Across all these roles, the common thread is that you become a familiar, trusted presence in residents' daily lives.

Houston Area Salary Data

According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, Home Health and Personal Care Aide positions in the Houston metro area earn a median wage of $10.97/hr ($22,818/yr). The typical range is $10.60 – $13.28/hr (25th–75th percentile).

Entry Level (10th) $20,613/yr

Houston Median $22,818/yr

Experienced (90th) $30,597/yr

vs. National Median -34.6%

Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics (Houston-Pasadena-The Woodlands, TX Metro Area). Salary data provided by Houston Senior Living Guide.