Regional Speech Language Pathologist (SLP)

Starting Rate:  $67.50 /hour

Environment:  Special Education Programs, Grades K-12

Regional Assignment:  Southern California -   Buena Park  |  Orange  | Chino
Hills

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Spectrum Center Schools and Programs
[https://careers.chancelight.com/spectrum-center-schools-and-programs/], a
growing, dynamic organization with a social mission to offer hope, is seeking a
Regional 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 the Regional 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
[https://www.spectrumschools.com/campuses/] 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 Area/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.
* Licensed currently or in the process of obtaining a CA state education
specialist instruction credential preferred.
* 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 knowledge in providing speech therapy instruction,
guidance and/or support 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.
* 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.

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Spectrum Center Schools and Programs
[https://chancelight.com/locations/brands/spectrum/] is a division
of ChanceLight Behavioral Health, Therapy, & Education
[https://chancelight.com/], 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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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
* 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 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.

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