Position: Speech Language Pathologist (SLP)

Location(s): El Dorado County, Placer County, and Sacramento County

Therapy Practice Setting(s): In Person School-Based, In-Person Clinic-Based

Role Type(s): 1 Full-Time, 1 Part-Time

Let’s Create Ripples of Change Together

Growing Healthy Seasons supports children, families, and the professionals who serve them through thoughtful, sustainable therapy. Our work goes beyond individual sessions. We focus on building systems of care that help people grow through different seasons of life with clarity, compassion, and purpose.

We are a values-driven organization committed to neurodiversity, collaboration, and long-term impact. Our clinicians are supported as professionals and as people, with clear expectations, strong administrative support, and room to grow.

What Your Day Looks Like:

• Provide speech therapy services to children with special needs in school and clinic settings
• Assess, diagnose, and treat speech, language, communication, and/or swallowing disorders
• Develop and adjust treatment plans aligned with IEPs and individualized goals
• Participate in IEP meetings with administrative support
• Collaborate with families, schools, and team
• Manageable workload-driven caseload
• Drive time generally 15–30 minutes between locations
• Document progress using provided systems and tools (documentation time included during the workday)

SLPs with additional certifications or specialized experience (e.g., AAC, fluency, or language disorders) may have opportunities to focus in those areas based on placement needs. Exact schedules vary by placement, but expectations are discussed clearly before assignments are finalized.

Qualifications:

• Degree in Speech-Language Pathology
• Active California Occupational Therapy License
• Pediatric or school-based experience preferred
• Strong communication and organizational skills
• Reliable transportation for in-person roles (not required for remote services)
• ASHA CCC-SLP preferred (or clinical fellowship eligibility, if applicable)

How Growing Healthy Seasons Supports You

We believe meaningful therapy work should be sustainable.

We are transparent about the realities of pediatric and school-based services and intentional about supporting clinicians within them. Therapists who thrive here value structure, flexibility, and open communication.

You can expect:

• Clear expectations and defined scope of practice
• Strong administrative and leadership support
• A collaborative, values-driven culture
• Opportunities for clinical and professional growth
• Honest conversations about schedules, pay, and caseloads

Schedule and Work Structure

This role offers flexibility across school-based and clinic settings. As with most pediatric roles, schedules may vary due to:

• Student absences
• Family cancellations
• School calendars and breaks

To support clinicians, Growing Healthy Seasons:

• Actively monitors and manages team caseloads
• Assists with scheduling coordination when possible
• Communicates anticipated changes proactively
• Operates as a collaborative team focused on sustainability
• Provides advanced documentation tools

Mentorship and Career Growth

We invest in clinicians who want to build a long-term, sustainable career. You will have access to:

• An individualized mentoring program
• Ongoing clinical and professional support
• Clear pathways for advancement, including:
  • Clinical specialization
  • Mentorship and supervisory roles
  • Program development or leadership opportunities
• Continuing education aligned with your interests
• Opportunities to share feedback and influence program development

Compensation & Benefits

• Market competitive hourly rate per student/per client
• Flexible scheduling
• Mileage reimbursement

Full-time team members may also receive:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Disability and life insurance
• 401(k) with employer matching
• Paid time off (PTO)/Sick pay

Is This Role a Good Fit?

This role may be a great fit if you:

• Prefer flexible or partial-day schedules
• Value autonomy in shaping your caseload
• Are comfortable with the natural variability of pediatric services
• Appreciate strong administrative and clinical mentorship support
• Are interested in long-term growth within a supportive organization

Ready to Apply?

If you are looking for meaningful work, honest expectations, and room to grow, we would love to connect. Reach out to us below and let’s create ripples of change together!