Pediatric Speech Therapist, SLP
Compensation
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Job Description
At Surpass Behavioral Health, we provide high-quality Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) therapy and high-quality Speech Therapy for children and teens with autism. Our dedicated team is passionate about making a positive impact in the lives of our clients and their families. Join our team as a Speech Language Pathologist to be a part of our mission to make a difference.
This position will support clients in our Bowling Green, KY clinic.
Our High Value Rewards Package
- Up to 25 paid holiday and personal days off in year one
- DailyPay: Access your money when you want it!
- 401k plan with matching contributions
- Industry-leading 360 You™ benefits program.
Employee Referral Program
- Up to 90% off higher education (degrees, certifications) and test preparation for you and your family
- Certain benefits may vary based on your employment status.
What You’ll Do in This Role
- Conduct comprehensive speech and language evaluations and assessments
- Develop and implement individualized treatment plans for a diverse pediatric caseload
- Treat a variety of disorders including articulation, fluency, voice, receptive/expressive language, feeding, and social communication
- Collaborate closely with caregivers and an interdisciplinary team to ensure holistic, coordinated care
- Work in clinic settings, and potentially in-home or community settings as needed
- Contribute to client documentation including evaluations, progress notes, treatment plans, and discharge summaries
- Partner with ABA and behavioral support staff on AAC device assessments and implementation
We are looking for compassionate Speech Language Pathologist with:
Master’s degree or higher in the area of speech-language pathology or communication disorders from an accredited institution
Speech Language Pathologist holding a Certificate in Clinical Competence (SLP-CCC) in good standing with ASHA, preferred
Current licensure or eligible for licensure for the state in which you work required
Knowledge of HIPAA (Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act) practices and the ASHA ethical code with strict adherence to these policies
Valid Drivers License with Reliable Transportation
Ability to move freely, quickly, and frequently from a seated position (on the floor or in a chair) to a standing position as well as the ability to lift items up to 50 lbs. on occasion
- We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company.
- Employee Type
- Employee
Notice
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- Surpass Behavior Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer
Key Responsibilities
Conduct comprehensive speech and language evaluations while developing and implementing individualized treatment plans for a pediatric caseload. Collaborate with an interdisciplinary team and caregivers to provide holistic care and support AAC device implementation.
Requirements
Requires a Master’s degree or higher in speech-language pathology or communication disorders and current state licensure. Candidates should hold a Certificate in Clinical Competence (SLP-CCC) and possess knowledge of HIPAA practices and ASHA ethical codes.
Qualifications
- Education
- Professional certificate or licensure
Key Skills
Pediatrics — Speech-Language Pathologist Career Context
The cost-of-living index for Kentucky is 90.2 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)). 61.6% of Kentucky clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).
Of the 40 active Speech-Language Pathologist listings this role was benchmarked against, 13% are remote, 53% have no call, 43% require no weekends.
| Measure | This job | Market |
|---|---|---|
| Work-life score | 6.0 / 10 · above average in pediatrics (speech-language pathology) | ranked against 616 Pediatrics (Speech-Language Pathology) listingslisting-based score, 0–10 |
| Listed pay | not listed | Speech-Language Pathologist median $94k (middle half $88k–$106k)173 comparable listings, Nov 2026 |
| Cost of living | Kentucky index 90.2 | US average = 100BEA Regional Price Parities (2024) |
| Pediatrics listings in Kentucky | 7 active | —live on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026 |
| All speech-language pathologist listings in Kentucky | 104 active | 7,551 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026 |
| Work setting | on-site | peers: 13% remote · 53% no call · 43% no weekends40 benchmarked listings |
| Sign-on & loan repayment | not stated | Kentucky speech-language pathologist listings (all specialties): 12% state a sign-on bonus · 10% offer loan repayment104 active listings, Nov 2026 |
| New Pediatrics listings | 1,152 in the last 30 days | 734 the 30 days before (+57%)U.S., first seen on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026 |
| Speech-Language Pathologist pay trend (all specialties) | +4.3% vs prior quarter | —through Oct 2026 |
Work-Life Balance Analysis
WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Pediatric Speech Therapist, SLP at Surpass Behavioral Health a 6.0 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as good. This places the position in the Above average in Pediatrics (Speech-Language Pathology) — ranked against 616 active Pediatrics (Speech-Language Pathology) listings on WeekdayDoc. Contributing factors include no weekend requirements.
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