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Birmingham, Alabama

Speech Language Pathologist ($2,500 Sign on bonus)

Speech-Language PathologistFull-Time

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Job Description

  • Job Location: Behavioral Therapy Center - Birmingham, AL
  • Position Type: Full Time
  • Salary Range: Undisclosed

Glenwood Inc. is a progressive multi-site agency that provides a full range of outpatient services for children and families with mental health needs and is the premier provider of Autism services for the state.

We have an exciting opportunity to join our team as a Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) to provide services from 8 am to 5 pm in our Birmingham office.

The Behavioral Therapy Center is a supportive, close-knit, collaborative team with a focus on positive outcomes for families and maintaining a positive work environment for our staff members.

RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES Assess and identify specific speech, language, and/or communication needs for development of the IEP and treatment plan, to establish a baseline of students’ present skills for judging future progress, and to help plan and conduct treatment sessions.

Work with a multidisciplinary treatment team to consult and share information with teaching staff, parents, and residential staff (as appropriate) regarding assessment and treatment. Collaborate with IEP team and Treatment team regarding the development of overall language and communication program.

Work collaboratively with agency professionals to ensure that individuals served on assigned caseload are provided highest quality occupational therapy services available Complies with Code of Ethics and demonstrates respect and regard for the dignity of all clients, families, visitors, and fellow employees to ensure a professional, responsible, and courteous environment.

Fulfills professional development requirements and other assignments.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES 2+ year(s) of experience in autism, developmental disabilities and/or mental health related behaviors Knowledge of Autism, Emotional Disturbance, and other Developmental Disabilities Qualifications: Master’s degree and certification in Speech Language Pathology CCC-SLP required Current AL driver’s license and must be insurable through Glenwood’s contracting insurer.

Certification in agency provided training in 1st Aid, CPR, MCS (Managing Crisis Safely) ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS: Must clear all background and pre-hire screenings. Glenwood is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace.

We provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants, without regard to consideration of or discrimination against race, religion, creed, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition or characteristics, genetic information, marital status, citizenship, veteran status or any other classification prohibited by applicable local, State, or Federal laws.

Key Responsibilities

The Speech Language Pathologist will assess and identify communication needs to develop and implement individualized treatment plans. They will collaborate with a multidisciplinary team, including teachers and parents, to ensure high-quality care and positive outcomes for clients.

Requirements

Candidates must hold a Master’s degree and a CCC-SLP certification in Speech Language Pathology. At least two years of experience working with autism, developmental disabilities, or mental health-related behaviors is required.

Qualifications

Education
Professional certificate or licensure
Experience
2+ years of experience

Key Skills

Autism spectrum disorderTreatment planningIEP developmentMultidisciplinary collaborationCommunication therapyCrisis managementFirst aid

Speech-Language Pathologist Career Context

Glenwood holds silver-tier status on WeekdayDoc's Top Employers work-life index, composite score 79/100, 6 active listings.

Of the 50 active Speech-Language Pathology listings this role was benchmarked against, 4% are remote, 64% have no call, 44% require no weekends.

Speech-Language Pathology by the numbers
MeasureThis jobMarket
Listed paynot listedSpeech-Language Pathology median $94k (middle half $84k–$104k)172 comparable listings, Oct 2026
Cost of livingAlabama index 88.8US average = 100BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)
Speech-Language Pathology listings in Alabama88 active6,907 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Oct 2026
Work settingon-sitepeers: 4% remote · 64% no call · 44% no weekends50 benchmarked listings
Sign-on & loan repayment$3k sign-onUS Speech-Language Pathologist listings: 12% state a sign-on bonus (median $5k) · 7% offer loan repayment1,000 active listings, Oct 2026
Speech-Language Pathology pay trend+3.5% vs prior quarter—through Sep 2026
Glenwoodsilver tier, 79/100Top Employers work-life index6 active listings
Sources: WeekdayDoc live listing index, Top Employers work-life 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

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Salary Distribution

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Annual compensation range

Benefits & Perks

26 jobs · 25 employers
401k / retirement match
88%
CME allowance
31%
Sign-on bonus
23% this job
Loan repayment
19%
PSLF eligible
4%

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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 6,837 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

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About Glenwood

Individual and Family Services
Birmingham, Alabama
201-500 employees

Benefits & Perks

$2,500 Sign-On Bonus

Living in Birmingham

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$109k
Typical market rent
$1,305/mo
Residents’ average commute
21 min
State income tax
Up to 5%
Sources & methodology

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

City-level figures. Not a cost-of-living guarantee.