Pediatric Speech Language Pathologist

Easterseals BluegrassEasterseals BluegrassLexington, Kentucky, United States
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8/28/2026

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Full time

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Core responsibilities

The Speech-Language Pathologist evaluates, diagnoses, and treats children with speech, language, and feeding disorders. They collaborate with families and interdisciplinary teams to implement evidence-based treatment plans and ensure high-quality care.

Requirements overview

Candidates must hold a Master's degree in Speech-Language Pathology or Communication Sciences and Disorders. Current state licensure and ASHA certification (CCC-SLP) or eligibility for Clinical Fellowship are required.

Key skills

Speech-language pathologyPediatric assessmentFeeding disordersSwallowing disordersEvidence-based practiceTreatment planningCommunication disordersInterdisciplinary collaborationDocumentationCaregiver educationASHA complianceClinical intervention

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Education requirements

postgraduate degree

About Easterseals Bluegrass

Industry

Non-profit Organizations

Employees

21

Type

Nonprofit

Size

51-200 employees

At Easterseals Bluegrass, we devote ourselves to ensuring that people of all ages, regardless of ability or life challenge, can play, learn, work and live in our community. We are dedicated to opening pathways to opportunity for children and adults with special healthcare needs to create a more inclusive world. Our services, including early education, outpatient therapy, medically based day programs, and adaptive recreation are designed for people of all abilities, ages, and needs. At Easterseals Bluegrass, we strive to see people for who they are and empower them to reach for and realize their full potential. We invite you to learn more about our mission!

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Description

Description The Pediatric Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP) evaluates, diagnoses, and treats children with speech, language, voice, fluency, and feeding or swallowing disorders. The SLP develops and implements individualized, evidence-based treatment plans to support communication and developmental outcomes. This position collaborates with families, educators, and interdisciplinary team members to provide high-quality, child-centered services while ensuring compliance with professional, ethical, and regulatory standards. Essential Duties and Responsibilities: Conduct comprehensive speech, language, communication, and feeding/swallowing evaluations Diagnose speech and language disorders and develop individualized, evidence-based treatment plans Provide direct therapy services using developmentally appropriate and evidence-based practices Monitor, document, and analyze client progress; adjust treatment plans as needed Collaborate with families, caregivers, educators, and interdisciplinary team members to support carryover of skills Maintain accurate, timely, and compliant documentation in accordance with professional, regulatory, and payer requirements Provide parent and caregiver education and training to support communication development Ensure services are delivered in compliance with ASHA standards, ethical guidelines, and applicable laws and regulations Maintain licensure, certification, and required continuing education Requirements Master’s degree in Speech-Language Pathology or Communication Sciences and Disorders from an accredited program Current state licensure or eligibility for licensure as a Speech-Language Pathologist Certificate of Clinical Competence in Speech-Language Pathology (CCC-SLP) from ASHA, or in the process of completing Clinical Fellowship (CF) Experience or training in pediatric assessment and intervention Knowledge of evidence-based pediatric speech and language treatment approaches Experience working in pediatric clinic, school-based, or early intervention settings Experience with feeding and swallowing disorders (as applicable to the role) Strong collaboration and communication skills with families and interdisciplinary teams Familiarity with documentation and billing requirements for insurance or school-based services Benefits: Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance Paid Holidays Paid Time Off 401K Retirement Plan Employee Assistance Program Easterseals is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to creating a diverse environment and are proud to be an inclusive workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Easterseals is dedicated to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, we will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, please contact us at HR@Eastersealsbg.org.

Requirements

  • Speech-language pathology
  • Pediatric assessment
  • Feeding disorders
  • Swallowing disorders
  • Evidence-based practice
  • Treatment planning
  • Communication disorders
  • Interdisciplinary collaboration
  • Documentation
  • Caregiver education
  • ASHA compliance
  • Clinical intervention

Benefits

  • Medical insurance
  • Dental insurance
  • Vision insurance
  • Paid holidays
  • Paid time off
  • 401k retirement plan
  • Employee assistance program

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