Speech Language Pathologist
Department: Early Childhood Development
Reporting Manager: Assistant Director of Therapy Services
FLSA Status: Salary, Exempt
Supervisory Responsibility: No
Schedule: Full Time
Benefits Eligible: Yes
Compensation Range: $69,479 to $104,218
Bonus/Commission Eligible: No

The Speech Language Pathologist helps children build communication skills that open doors to connection, confidence, and joyful participation in their world. Therapy is provided in partnership with families and grounded in practices that honor each child’s cultural, physical, emotional, and developmental needs. Services are delivered across center based and community settings in compliance with Birth to Three, Medicaid, DPI, and medical guidelines.

As part of Penfield’s therapy team, the Speech Language Pathologist plays a key role in supporting each child’s growth during the most important years of development. This work strengthens families, builds long term skills, and contributes directly to Penfield’s mission of ensuring positive early experiences for every child.

Therapy & Child Support:

• Evaluate speech, language, and communication delays using developmentally appropriate assessment tools
• Provide individualized therapy in center based and community settings to support communication, social emotional development, and daily functioning
• Modify therapeutic activities to meet each child’s cultural, physical, emotional, and developmental needs
• Maintain compliance with Birth to Three, DPI, and medical guidelines.

Family Partnership:

• Collaborate with families to develop functional communication goals and strategies that fit daily routines
• Provide coaching, education, and clear communication to strengthen family confidence and engagement
• Participate in IFSP development and family meetings as required.

Collaboration & Teamwork:

• Work within a transdisciplinary team to coordinate care, share insights, and support whole child development
• Maintain positive, professional interactions with children, families, colleagues, and community partners

Documentation & Compliance:

• Complete documentation, treatment plans, and progress notes accurately and within required timelines.
• Ensure records support billing, compliance, and continuity of care
• Follow all agency policies, procedures, and confidentiality requirements

Professional Practice

• Maintain required licensure, certification, and continuing education
• Implement evidence based practices and stay current with developments in the field
• Support a safe, nurturing environment that promotes positive interactions among children.
• Other duties as assigned