Regional Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) → 2,000 Annual Education Stipend - Pacific Palisades - Spectrum Center Schools and Programs

Description

Starting Salary:
$110,000 - $125,000 /year based on experiencePLUS$2,000 Annual Education Stipend

Environment:
Special Education Programs, Grades K-12

Regional Assignment:
Southern California - Orange | Buena Park | Chino Hills
, a growing, dynamic organization with a social mission to offer hope, is seeking aRegional Speech Language Pathologist (SLP)to join our award-winningSpecial Educationteam 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 theRegional Speech Language Pathologist (SLP), you will provide high-quality speech therapy services customized to meet the individual diagnoses and needs of designated students across multiple Spectrum School locations 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.

The Regional Speech Language Pathologist works under the support and direction of the Regional Vice President, Operations and onsite Program Directors to ensure the highest standards of clinical practice are upheld across multiple school locations and education teams.

‖ Responsibilities Include:

Evaluating students in designated programs to identify speech-language therapy needs and determine appropriate levels of service.
Developing and implementing individualized speech therapy plans tailored to assessment findings, student strengths, and treatment objectives.
Setting collaborative, student-centered goals in partnership with families, educators, and interdisciplinary team members.

Monitoring student progress regularly through data-driven assessments, adjusting therapy plans to align with developmental milestones and individual needs, and providing detailed progress reports to families and team members.

Providing direct speech and language therapy using evidence-based strategies to enhance communication, language comprehension, articulation, and cognitive-linguistic abilities in age-appropriate, natural environments.

Documenting therapy sessions and clinical observations accurately and promptly to ensure compliance with Spectrum policies and state regulatory standards.

Maintaining comprehensive and up-to-date case records, including timely submission of authorized documentation and billing within 24 hours of service delivery.

Fostering open and proactive communication with families regarding therapy schedules, session changes, and progress updates to support transparency and continuity of care.

Collaborating with teachers, caregivers, and related service providers to support the integration and generalization of therapy goals into daily routines and educational settings.

Participating actively in onsite multidisciplinary meetings and regional conferences to share insights, review student progress, and inform treatment recommendations.

Providing clinical support and expertise to onsite program teams, offering practical strategies to promote consistent implementation of therapy goals across environments.

Mentoring educators and staff within each program location to ensure effective delivery of student therapy plans and to build clinical capacity.

Conducting and/or overseeing timely client intakes and comprehensive clinical assessments, contributing insights and recommendations for continuous program enhancement.

Overseeing the quality and consistency of speech therapy services across multiple school locations, ensuring alignment with clinical best practices and performance standards.

Maintaining clinical excellence through direct supervision, ongoing staff development, and knowledge-sharing to support a culture of professional growth and quality care.

Collaborating with clients, caregivers, and families to build trust and rapport, empowering them to participate in the therapy process and support student success.

Engaging in continuous professional development to remain informed of emerging practices, research, and innovations in the field of speech-language pathology and education.

Traveling regularly between assigned Spectrum School locations to provide hands-on clinical support, direct therapy services, and program oversight; occasional overnight travel may be required.

Performing additional responsibilities or projects as requested by onsite Program Directors or assigned by the Area/Regional VP of Operations.

‖ 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.
Hold currently or have the ability to obtain a valid CA state driver's license.
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 educational and/or behavioral health program setting.

Prior experience and/or knowledge in special education services and compliance, particularly for students with severe learning, developmental, 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 a division of, 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 than240,000 student lives
Learn more about our history, our mission and the program services we provide by visiting the link below:
AtChanceLightwe believe in providing more than just a job, as a member of our team you'll receivethe 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 aChanceto transform lives through education

‖ Perks and Benefits Include:

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
If you're ready to startmaking lasting impacts on the lives of students and contribute to the creation of a brighter future—This Is YourChance

Join us andtogether, we can empower students to overcome challenges, build confidence and unlock their full potentialCopyright 2026 ChanceLight Behavioral Health, Therapy, & Education, aChanceLightcompany.

*Benefit plans and eligibility requirements may vary based on role and employment status.
EducationRequiredMasters or better in Speech-Language Pathology or related field
Licenses & CertificationsRequiredSpeech Pathology - SLP
Crisis Prevention Inst
Driver Licenses
SkillsRequiredSpecial Education
High School Education
Middle School Education
Elementary Education
Regional/Multi-State Support
Speech Therapy
Language & Speech Development
Speech Language Impairmen
Vocal Manding
Non-Vocal Manding
Performance Motivation
Behavioral Disorders
Developmental Disabilities
Learning Disabilities
Autism
Personalized Instruction
Student Development
Working With At-Risk Students
Record Keeping & Reporting
Communication
Decision Making
Interpersonal Skills
Interdepartmental Collaboration
Computer Skills

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

Functional Expert:
Considered a thought leader on a subject

MotivationsPreferredAbility 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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