Full-Time Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP)

Stepping Stones Therapy•Newport Beach, CA

26d•$80,000 - $95,000

About The Position

Stepping Stones Therapy, Inc. is seeking a full-time Speech-Language Pathologist to join its multidisciplinary pediatric therapy team in Newport Beach, California. The role provides individualized, evidence-based speech and language therapy to pediatric clients with a variety of communication disorders. Clinicians conduct evaluations, create treatment recommendations and plans, document progress, and work with families and multidisciplinary colleagues to support children’s communication goals. The position follows a consistent Monday–Friday schedule: Monday through Thursday, 8:30 AM–6:30 PM, and Friday, 8:30 AM–12:30 PM. The established pediatric practice offers clinical leadership, mentorship, administrative scheduling support, therapy and assessment resources, and opportunities for professional development. Annual salary is $80,000–$95,000, depending on experience, qualifications, and responsibilities. The posting estimates total annual compensation of approximately $95,000–$105,000, including salary, employer-paid benefits, retirement contributions, and potential bonus opportunities.

Requirements

Master's degree in Speech-Language Pathology or Communication Sciences and Disorders.
Current California Speech-Language Pathologist license or eligibility for licensure.
Strong communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
Ability to work independently while contributing to a collaborative team environment.
Passion for working with children and helping them achieve their communication goals.

Nice To Haves

ASHA Certificate of Clinical Competence (CCC-SLP).
Experience working with pediatric populations.

Responsibilities

Provide individualized speech and language therapy to pediatric clients with a variety of communication disorders.
Develop and implement evidence-based treatment plans tailored to each child's needs.
Address articulation, phonology, receptive and expressive language, social communication, and other areas of speech-language development.
Conduct comprehensive speech and language evaluations, develop treatment recommendations, and prepare evaluation reports.
Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation, including SOAP notes, progress reports, and treatment plans.
Collaborate with parents, caregivers, and other professionals to support treatment goals.
Work collaboratively with speech-language pathologists, occupational therapists, physical therapists, and other multidisciplinary team members.
Provide parent education, home programming, and strategies to promote carryover of therapeutic skills.
Maintain compliance with professional, ethical, and clinical standards.

Benefits

Two weeks of paid vacation annually.
Paid holidays.
Employer contribution toward health insurance premiums.
401(k) retirement plan with employer contributions.
Performance-based productivity bonus opportunities after 90 days.
Supportive clinical leadership and mentorship.
Collaborative multidisciplinary team environment.
Access to therapy materials, assessment tools, and clinical resources.
Opportunities for continuing education, professional development, and career advancement.
Established pediatric caseload and administrative scheduling support.
Consistent schedule with Friday afternoons and weekends off.