Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) → 10,000 Sign-on Bonus - La Fayette - ChanceLight Behavioral Health, Therapy, & Education

Description

• Starting Salary:

$90,000 - $110,000 /year based on experience


PLUS
$10,000 Sign-on Bonus

• Environment:

Special Education Program, Elementary School

ChanceLight Behavioral Health, Therapy, & Education , 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

If you excel in a dynamic, student-centered, outcomes-focused environment — and you're passionate about making a real difference in the lives of individuals through communication and language development

— We Should Talk
As a

Speech Language Pathologist , you will provide high-quality speech therapy services customized to meet the individual diagnoses and needs of designated students in order to achieve speech therapy goals and improve overall speech functioning.

This includes but is not limited to direct instruction prescriptive evaluation, consulting with parents or guardians, and representatives from the home school district, writing IEP goals and interventions, monitoring student's progress toward goals, attending IEP meetings and collaborating with educational teams to enhance students' communication skills and overall development.

‖ Responsibilities Include:

Evaluating students' communication abilities and implementing individualized, evidence-based speech therapy programs aligned with collaborative treatment goals developed with educators and families.

Monitoring student progress through data-informed practices and providing meaningful updates that support the achievement of personal goals, preferences, and developmental needs.

Employing effective, age-appropriate speech therapy techniques to strengthen speech, language, cognitive, and memory skills in naturalistic settings tailored to each child's needs.

Writing timely, comprehensive progress reports, updating interdisciplinary teams, and adjusting therapy services to ensure optimal outcomes for assigned students.

Managing case records with accuracy and compliance according to agency policies and state regulations, while consistently reviewing relevant client documentation.

Maintaining detailed and timely session notes and completing all billing documentation accurately within 24 hours of each client visit.

Establishing and maintaining effective, respectful communication with families to support consistent scheduling, including make-up sessions when needed.

Communicating clearly with parents and service providers regarding strategies that promote the carryover of speech and communication goals into daily routines.

Conducting comprehensive clinical assessments, recommending appropriate treatment plans, and managing implementation to ensure adherence to best clinical practices.

Ensuring timely completion of initial intakes, ongoing evaluation of treatment plans, and achievement of clinical performance benchmarks.

Improving clinical service quality by leading engaging staff trainings, sharing best practices, and mentoring team members to enhance collective expertise.

Collaborating with clients and families to build strong therapeutic relationships and enhancing the likelihood of successful communication outcomes.

Providing guidance and supervision to clients and caregivers, while traveling to home or community-based settings as needed to oversee program fidelity.

Partnering with multidisciplinary professionals—such as occupational therapists, physical therapists, and educational psychologists—by participating in team meetings and case conferences to support holistic care.

Performing other responsibilities as assigned, always contributing positively to the clinical team and overall success of service delivery.

‖ Qualifications Required:

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.

Ability to obtain and maintain certification in company approved crisis management training.

Prior experience and/or highly knowledgeable in providing speech language therapy support, preferably in an alternative, special education and/or behavioral health program setting.

Prior experience and/or knowledge in special education services and compliance, particularly for students with learning disabilities, emotional behavioral disorders, autism spectrum disorders, and/or other related disabilities.

Proven success in developing and implementing effective treatment plans for students with diverse needs.

Proficiency 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.

ChanceLight Behavioral Health, Therapy, & Education

is 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:

m/WorkWithPurpose

At ChanceLight we believe in providing more than just a job, as a member of our team you'll receive the opportunity to make meaningful impacts, the support needed to achieve success, and all the tools essential to reaching your personal & professional fulfillment

Your path to a truly rewarding career starts here – where growth, empowerment, and collaboration define our culture; and every day is a

Chance

to transform lives through education

‖ Perks and Benefits Include:

Comprehensive Medical, Dental and Vision Plans

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

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

Careers, With ChanceLight
Work. With Purpose.

Copyright 2025 ChanceLight Behavioral Health, Therapy, & Education, a ChanceLight company

*Benefit plans and eligibility requirements may vary based on role and employment status.

Education Required

Masters or better in Speech-Language Pathology or related field
Licenses & Certifications Required

Active or In Process
Speech Pathology - SLP
Skills Required

Special Education
Elementary Education
Language & Speech Development
Speech Language Impairmen
Non-Vocal Manding
Vocal Manding
Record Keeping & Reporting
Individualized Education Programs (IEP)
Personalized Instruction
Performance Motivation
Student Development
Behavioral Disorders
Developmental Disabilities
Learning Disabilities
Autism
Working With At-Risk Students
Attention to Detail
Decision Making
Communication
Interdepartmental Collaboration
Interpersonal Skills
Computer Skills
Behaviors Preferred

Dedicated:
Devoted to a task or purpose with loyalty or integrity

Functional Expert:
Considered a thought leader on a subject
Motivations Preferred

Ability to Make an Impact:
Inspired to perform well by the ability to contribute to the success of a project or the organization
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