PRN Speech Language Therapist

CounselorPer Diem

Listed compensation

$42-$60/hr

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Job Description

We are seeking a true PRN team member who can provide coverage during vacations, sick calls, and other staffing needs as they arise.

Join an amazing in-house team dedicated to enriching the lives of seniors through compassionate care and innovative programs. As a Speech Language Therapist, you’ll provide exceptional services within Assisted Living, Skilled Nursing, and Memory Care residents. This role will foster a positive, supportive environment for residents, families, and team members on a PRN basis.

PAY RATE: $42 - $60/ hr

What You'll Do

  • Responsible for the maintenance and accuracy of records regarding patient care for all patients on personal case load.
  • Responsible for the correct reporting of billing information of Speech Therapy regarding all patients on personal case load.
  • Provide direct patient care as prescribed, including evaluation and treatment planning.
  • Responsible for the reporting and interpretation of treatment results.
  • Perform clinical functions: screens, evaluations, development of treatment plans, and delivery of treatment in accordance with facility, Medicare, and Therapy Management Corporation’s policies and procedures.
  • Participate in meetings regarding patient care as appropriate.
  • Maintains a high standard of resident care.
  • Provide education to patient’s family as well as staff on the specific treatment plan as well as therapy goals for the patient.
  • Responsible for the coordination and cooperation with other staff members in carrying out the treatment plan as established.
  • This role primarily works in inpatient Med A.

You Will Enjoy

  • Annual merit increases
  • 401K + employer match
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Annual bonus based on hours worked
  • Comprehensive orientation with ongoing support and professional development
  • Awesome work environments and awesome in-house team!

Thinking about future growth?

LCS is the second-largest senior living operator in the nation, with over 149 communities in 33 states… and growing! We believe in professional development at every stage of your career. With endless opportunities for advancement, your future with us is limitless. At LCS, Sagewood, and Acacia, we create living experiences that truly enhance the lives of seniors.

Who You Are

A minimum of a Master’s Degree in Speech Language Pathology. CPR certified.

Licensed by the State in the designated geographic area in their respective therapy profession.

EEO Employer

Key Responsibilities

Provide speech therapy services, including screenings, evaluations, treatment planning, and direct care for residents in inpatient and senior living settings. Maintain accurate patient care and billing records, report treatment outcomes, educate families and staff, and coordinate care with other team members.

Requirements

A minimum of a master's degree in Speech-Language Pathology is required, along with CPR certification. Applicants must hold a license in their therapy profession for the designated state or geographic area.

Qualifications

Education
Master's degree (postgraduate degree)
Experience
2+ years of experience

Key Skills

Patient EvaluationClinical ScreeningTreatment DeliveryPatient Care DocumentationBilling ReportingTreatment Results ReportingFamily EducationStaff EducationInterdisciplinary Coordination

Counselor Career Context

Of the 40 active Mental Health Therapy listings this role was benchmarked against, 10% are remote, 45% have no call, 63% require no weekends.

Mental Health Therapy pay on WeekdayDoc is down 2.7% vs. the prior quarter (through Aug 2026).

The cost-of-living index for Arizona is 100.7 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$106k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $105k in an average-cost state. 60.3% of Arizona clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

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$145k-160k
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Benefits & Perks26 jobs

401k / retirement match
85% this job
CME allowance
50%
Sign-on bonus
12% this job
Loan repayment
8%
PSLF eligible
8%

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Work-life snapshot

median 6.3this job 2.8
Better work-life than 20% of Mental Health Therapy (Counseling) listings

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 7,853 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

Living in Phoenix

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$406k
Typical market rent
$1,574/mo
Residents’ average commute
26 min
Metro price indexU.S. average = 100
103.3
State income tax
Up to 2.5%
Sources & methodology

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

BEA 2024 · Phoenix-Mesa-Chandler, AZ metro prices. Housing figures are city-level.

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

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Benefits & Perks

Annual merit increases
401K + employer match
Employee Assistance Program
Annual bonus based on hours worked
Comprehensive orientation
Ongoing support and professional development