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Kalispell, Montana

Speech Language Pathologist (SLP)

Speech-Language PathologistFull-Time

Listed compensation

$65k-$80k

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Job Description

Join Benchmark's Early Intervention Services as a Speech Language Pathologist (SLP & CFY)! We are involved in all aspects of care for the youngest among us-- from overseeing regional programs to providing hands-on services through federal and state programs.

Children’s Services help babies and toddlers with disabilities or delays learn new skills that typically develop during the first three years of life including physical, cognitive, social/emotional, and communication skills.

Since 1960, Benchmark has been connecting people and potential. We are committed to empowering those we serve to live as independently as possible, be included in their communities, and reach their full potential. This mission extends to our employees, who bring our mission to life each day.

We actively strive to be a workplace that honors the unique experiences, perspectives, and strengths of our employees. We believe we are stronger, better, and more effective in our pursuits when we create space for everyone to be their authentic selves

Overview

The Speech Therapist (SLP) responsibilities are to conduct evaluations and assessments, participate in Individualized Family Service Plan (IFSP) development and implementation, monitor outcomes as a member of the team, and provide EI supports to families for the benefit of the child. The SLP will identify or diagnose communicative or oral lingual disorders and delay in the development of communication services and provide therapeutic intervention for children birth - 3 years.

Full time or part time - in home and daycare services

Benefits

  • Health, dental, and vision insurance
  • Life insurance
  • Mileage reimbursement
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Paid Time Off and Sick Time Pay
  • Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
  • 401k with company match.
  • Profit sharing
  • Short term disability
  • Referral bonuses relocation assistance
  • Advancement opportunities.
  • Employee discounts with various vendors.

Responsibilities

Provision of services via assessment, plan development and monitoring of progress towards the outcome, training and support to family members in implementing the IFSP.

  • Refer for medical or other professional services necessary in the child's care.
  • Environmental consultation to ensure that appropriate adaptations and safety issues for the eligible child have been incorporated as set forth in the IFSP.
  • Documentation of services provided as reflected in IFSP.
  • Complete necessary documentation to facilitate reimbursement through primary funding sources (i. e., Medicaid, First Steps, etc.)
  • Comply with First Steps Provider Agreement in regard to continuing education, etc.
  • Promotes activities in the natural environment to enhance implementation of IFSP.
  • Report any suspected abuse, neglect or exploitation immediately to supervisor or department head.
  • Comply with all standards to assure the health and safety of all individuals

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

  • Ability to supervise others
  • Excellent communication skills and attention to detail
  • Strong computer and paperwork skills

Qualifications

  • Valid Driver's License.
  • Licensed by the State's Speech Pathology and Audiology Board

Meets Criteria for First Steps Provider Enrollment

We'd love to see your application! Apply online today at benchmarkhs.com. OR contact me at sleppard@benchmarkhs.com

Benchmark Human Services is an EOE/AAP Employer. Veterans, women, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply

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Qualifications

Education
Professional certificate or licensure

Key Skills

Speech therapyIndividualized family service plan developmentCommunication disorders diagnosisSupervisionComputer skillsPaperwork management

Speech-Language Pathologist Career Context

Of the 40 active Speech-Language Pathology listings this role was benchmarked against, 8% are remote, 60% have no call, 53% require no weekends.

Speech-Language Pathology pay on WeekdayDoc is up 3.5% vs. the prior quarter (through Sep 2026).

Speech-Language Pathology by the numbers
MeasureThis jobMarket
Listed pay$65k–$80kSpeech-Language Pathology median $94k (middle half $85k–$104k)176 comparable listings, Oct 2026
Cost-of-living adjusted pay~$77k in purchasing powerMontana index 94.6 (US = 100)BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)
Speech-Language Pathology listings in Montana17 active6,880 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Oct 2026
Work settingon-sitepeers: 8% remote · 60% no call · 53% no weekends40 benchmarked listings
Sign-on & loan repaymentnot statedUS Speech-Language Pathologist listings: 12% state a sign-on bonus (median $5k) · 6% offer loan repayment1,000 active listings, Oct 2026
Speech-Language Pathology pay trend+3.5% vs prior quarter—through Sep 2026
Sources: WeekdayDoc live listing index, BEA Regional Price Parities (2024); as of Oct 2026. Same values as the Weekday Verdict and Market Insights on this page.

Top Speech Language Pathologist Jobs

20 matches · ranked by pay

Salary Distribution

20 jobs · 16 employers
4
<$100k
6
$100k-115k
1
$127k
9
$130k-145k

Annual compensation range

Benefits & Perks

17 jobs · 16 employers
401k / retirement match
94% this job
CME allowance
35% this job
Sign-on bonus
18%
Loan repayment
18%
Relocation assistance
6% this job

Share of similar jobs offering each benefit

#1

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CVHCare · San Mateo, California

Up to $140,000
#2

Home Health Speech Language Pathologist, SLP - Napa/VacavillePer Diem

CVHCare · Vallejo, California

Up to $140,000
#3

Home Health Speech Language Pathologist, SLP - Oakland/Hayward

Up to $140,000
#4

Speech Therapist (Pediatrics)

$94k-$139k
+ 18 more · ranked by pay

Work-life snapshot

median 2.8this job 1.5
Better work-life than 10% of Speech Language Pathology listings

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 6,786 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

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About Benchmark Human Services

Individual and Family Services
Fort Wayne, IN
1,001-5,000 employees

Benefits & Perks

Health, dental, and vision insurance
Life insurance
Mileage reimbursement
Tuition reimbursement
Paid Time Off and Sick Time Pay
Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
401k with company match
Profit sharing

Living in Kalispell

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$537k≈ 8.3× annual pay
Typical market rent
$1,888/mo≈ 35% of gross pay
Residents’ average commute
15 min
State income tax
Up to 6.8%
Sources & methodology

Sources: Zillow home values (Sep 2026), Zillow market rents (Sep 2026), U.S. Census ACS 2024 five-year.

Ratios use this listing’s gross annual pay. Not a cost-of-living guarantee.