Speech Language Pathologist (SLP)

Environment

Spectrum Center Schools and Programs, a growing, dynamic organization with a social mission to offer hope, is seeking a Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) to join our award-winning Special Education team and perform meaningful work in a culture that welcomes innovation, encourages creative expression and offers limitless potential for personal and professional satisfaction!

Responsibilities

• Evaluate students’ communication strengths and needs to design and implement individualized, evidence-based speech therapy programs aligned with collaborative treatment goals developed alongside educators and families.
• Monitor student progress using data-driven methods and provide meaningful, actionable updates that reflect each student's goals, preferences, and developmental milestones.
• Employ effective, age-appropriate therapy techniques to strengthen speech, language, cognitive, and memory skills within naturalistic environments tailored to each child’s unique profile.
• Write comprehensive, timely progress reports that inform interdisciplinary team discussions and adapt therapy services to optimize individual outcomes.
• Manage case records with precision and compliance in accordance with agency policies and state regulations, while routinely reviewing and updating client documentation to ensure accuracy.
• Establish and nurture clear, respectful communication with families to facilitate consistent scheduling, address challenges proactively, and coordinate make-up sessions as needed.
• Communicate practical strategies with parents and service providers to support the seamless carryover of speech and communication goals into home and school routines.
• Conduct thorough clinical assessments, recommend appropriate, evidence-based treatment plans, and manage their implementation to uphold high standards of clinical excellence.
• Ensure timely completion of intake processes, ongoing evaluation of therapy plans, and progress toward clinical performance indicators to maintain continuity of care.
• Improve clinical service quality through facilitation of engaging staff trainings, dissemination of current best practices, and mentoring of team members to build collective clinical proficiency.
• Collaborate with clients and families to foster strong, trusting therapeutic relationships that support goal achievement and long-term communication success.
• Provide clinical guidance and supervision in both home and community-based settings to ensure program fidelity and responsive caregiver support.
• Partner with multidisciplinary professionals—including occupational therapists, physical therapists, and educational psychologists—by actively contributing to team meetings and case conferences for integrated care planning.
• Perform additional responsibilities as assigned, consistently contributing to a positive team culture and the overall success of clinical service delivery.

Qualifications

• Master's degree or higher in speech pathology or a closely related field of study.
• Licensed currently or in the process of obtaining a speech language pathology (SLP) credential.
• Licensed currently or in the process of obtaining a CA state special education instruction credential preferred.
• Ability to obtain and maintain certification in company approved crisis management training.
• Prior experience and/or knowledge in providing speech therapy to children, preferably in an alternative, special education and/or behavioral health program setting.
• Well-versed in special education services and compliance, effective teaching strategies, classroom management systems, data-based decision making, and working with children with individualized education plans (IEP's).
• Highly skilled in working with children with learning disabilities, emotional behavioral disorders, autism spectrum disorders and/or other related disabilities.
• Proven success in developing and implementing effective treatment plans for children with diverse needs at various levels.
• Proficient in providing motivation and having critical conversations with students that help move them toward realistic goals.
• Highly skilled in building relationships with students, parents, teachers and community and/or district partners.
• Advanced oral and written communication, organization, conflict resolution, multitasking, problem solving, and decision-making ability.
• Knowledge of relevant technology including experience with instructional technology, Microsoft Office Suite, database entry and basic office equipment.

Perks and Benefits

• Comprehensive Medical, Dental and Vision Plans.
• Annual Education Stipend - $2,000.
• FREE Telehealth and Virtual Counseling Sessions.
• FREE Health Advocacy Services and 24/7 Nurse Line.
• Company Paid Life & Disability Insurance.
• Company Paid Employee Assistance Program.
• Flexible Spending and Health Savings Accounts.
• Personal Protection Insurance Plans.
• Cigna Healthy Pregnancies, Healthy Babies Program.
• Legal Services Insurance.
• Pet Health Insurance.
• Accrual-based Paid Time Off.
• School Hours and Paid Holiday Schedule.
• Extensive Personal and Life Event Paid Leave Policy.
• 401k Retirement Saving Plan.
• Perks at Work Employee Discount Program.
• Opportunities for Growth & Development.
• And So Much More!

Contact

Spectrum Center Schools and Programs is a division of ChanceLight Behavioral Health, Therapy, & Education, the nation’s leading provider of alternative and special education programs for children and young adults. For more than 50 years, and in partnership with over 235 school districts nationwide, we have helped change the direction of more than 240,000 student lives!

Learn more about our history, our mission and the program services we provide by visiting the link below:

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If you're ready to start making lasting impacts on the lives of students and contribute to the creation of a brighter future — This Is Your Chance! Join us and together, we can empower students to overcome challenges, build confidence and unlock their full potential!

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