Free Speech Therapist
Service Agreement
One malpractice claim or a month of skipped payments from a flakey parent will bleed your savings dry before you can even finish a diagnostic. Without a signed paper, you're just a charity worker waiting to get punched in the wallet by a deadbeat client.
Pro Contractor Tip
Lock in a 'Late Cancellation and No-Show' clause that guarantees you get paid your full hourly rate if the client ghosts you with less than 24 hours' notice.
Why use a written agreement?
Handshake deals are risky. As a Speech Therapist, "scope creep" is your biggest enemy. A clear agreement ensures everyone agrees on the deliverables before money changes hands.
🛡️ What this sequence covers:
- ✓Deliverables List
- ✓Payment Terms
- ✓IP Rights
- ✓Revision Limits
- ✓Cancellation Policy
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REF: 2026-0011. Project Background
This Agreement is entered into by and between the Client and the Contractor. The Client wishes to engage the Contractor for professional Speech Therapist services.
2. Scope of Services
The Contractor shall provide the following deliverables:
- Initial Diagnostic Evaluation Report
- Individualized Treatment Plan (ITP)
- Weekly SOAP Progress Notes
- Home Exercise Program (HEP) Instructional Sheets
- Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC) Device Configuration
- Final Discharge Summary and Transition Plan
3. Performance Standards
The Contractor agrees to perform the Speech Therapist services in a professional manner, using the degree of skill and care that is required by current industry standards.
TERMS & CONDITIONS (Summary):
1. Payment: 50% Deposit required.
2. Copyright: Rights transfer to Client upon full payment.
Disclaimer: This template is for educational purposes only.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I stop parents from blowing up my personal phone for free advice at 9 PM?
Stop being a doormat and use a 'Communication Policy' clause to define billable hours; if it’s not in the contract, they’ll treat your personal time like a free help desk.
What do I do when a school district or facility sits on my invoice for months?
You put a 'Late Payment Penalty' with compounding interest in your agreement; the only way to get a bureaucrat to move is to make your invoice more expensive the longer they ignore it.
How do I handle a client who keeps asking for 'just one more' quick assessment during a session?
Your 'Scope of Work' is your shield; if it’s not on the list, tell them it requires a signed Change Order and a new fee so you don't end up doing high-skill labor for zero dollars.