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Surpass Behavioral Health
Columbia, South Carolina

Pediatric Speech Therapist, SLP

Speech-Language PathologistFull-Time

Compensation

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Posted 4mo ago

Job Description

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 the Columbia, SC, Florence, SC, and Sumter, SC clinics.

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.

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At Surpass Behavioral Health, we provide high-quality Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) therapy for children and teens with an autism diagnosis across a variety of settings including our clinics, homes, and schools. Our dedicated team is passionate about making a positive impact in the lives of our clients and their families. Join our team to be a part of our mission to make a difference. California Worker Privacy Statement

Key Responsibilities

Conduct comprehensive speech and language evaluations and implement individualized treatment plans for a diverse pediatric caseload. Collaborate with caregivers and interdisciplinary teams to provide holistic care in clinic, home, or community settings.

Requirements

Requires a Master's degree in speech-language pathology or communication disorders and current state licensure. Preference is given to candidates holding a Certificate of Clinical Competence (SLP-CCC) from ASHA.

Qualifications

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

Key Skills

Speech And Language EvaluationTreatment PlanningPediatric CareArticulation TherapyFluency TherapyVoice TherapyReceptive And Expressive LanguageFeeding TherapyAAC Device ImplementationHIPAA ComplianceInterdisciplinary Collaboration

Pediatrics — Speech-Language Pathologist Career Context

The cost-of-living index for South Carolina is 93.7 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)). 60.6% of South Carolina clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

Of the 40 active Pediatrics listings this role was benchmarked against, 20% are remote, 35% have no call, 55% require no weekends.

What does the Pediatrics market look like in South Carolina?
MeasureThis jobMarket
Work-life score7.2 / 10 · top 10% in pediatrics (speech-language pathology)ranked against 573 Pediatrics (Speech-Language Pathology) listingslisting-based score, 0–10
Listed paynot listedPediatrics median $107k (middle half $94k–$118k)12 comparable listings, Oct 2026
Cost of livingSouth Carolina index 93.7US average = 100BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)
Pediatrics listings in South Carolina31 active576 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Oct 2026
Work settingon-sitepeers: 20% remote · 35% no call · 55% no weekends40 benchmarked listings
Pediatrics pay trend+1.2% vs prior quarter—through Sep 2026
Sources: WeekdayDoc live listing index (573 Pediatrics (Speech-Language Pathology) listings), BEA Regional Price Parities (2024); as of Oct 2026. Same values as the Weekday Verdict and Market Insights on this page.

Work-Life Balance Analysis

WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Pediatric Speech Therapist, SLP at Surpass Behavioral Health a 7.2 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as very good. This places the position in the top 10% in Pediatrics (Speech-Language Pathology) — ranked against 573 active Pediatrics (Speech-Language Pathology) listings on WeekdayDoc.

Top Speech Language Pathologist Jobs

35 matches · ranked by pay

Salary Distribution

33 jobs · 26 employers
9
<$110k
6
$110k-130k
12
$130k-150k
6
$156k

Annual compensation range

Benefits & Perks

31 jobs · 26 employers
401k / retirement match
77% this job
CME allowance
45%
Sign-on bonus
16%
Loan repayment
13%
Relocation assistance
6%

Share of similar jobs offering each benefit

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$65-$75/hr
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Work-life snapshot

median 4.8this job 7.2
Among the best 10% of Pediatrics (Speech-Language Pathology) listings for work-life

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 573 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

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About Surpass Behavioral Health

Mental Health Care
Nashville, Tennessee
51-200 employees

Benefits & Perks

Up to 25 Paid Holiday and Personal Days
DailyPay
401k with Matching
360 You™ Benefits Program
Employee Referral Program
Up to 90% Off Higher Education

Living in Columbia

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$218k
Typical market rent
$1,500/mo
Residents’ average commute
18 min
Metro price indexU.S. average = 100
93.7
State income tax
Up to 6.5%
Sources & methodology

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

BEA 2024 · Columbia, SC metro prices. Housing figures are city-level.

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