Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP) – Early Childhood
About The Position
ACCESS Early Childhood is seeking a Speech-Language Pathologist to support infants, toddlers, and preschool-aged children as they develop communication skills and connect with the world around them. The role focuses on helping children build foundational skills to learn, play, grow, and thrive, using approaches that may include speech, signs, and communication devices. The therapist works collaboratively with early childhood educators, evaluators, and other clinical professionals in a child- and family-centered environment. ACCESS describes the role as having predictable daytime schedules, no nights or weekends, supportive colleagues, and opportunities to pursue professional interests through special projects and programs.
Requirements
- Master’s degree in Speech-Language Pathology from an accredited college or university.
- Current Arkansas licensure as a Speech-Language Pathologist.
- Current ASHA Certificate of Clinical Competence in Speech-Language Pathology (CCC-SLP).
- Strong communication, organizational, and clinical documentation skills.
- Genuine interest in working with infants, toddlers, and preschool-aged children.
- Collaborative, child- and family-centered approach to clinical care.
Responsibilities
- Provide speech-language therapy to young children, including infants, toddlers, and preschool-aged children.
- Support children in developing communication skills, including spoken language, signs, and communication-device use.
- Collaborate with early childhood educators, evaluators, and other clinical professionals toward children’s goals.
- Use a child- and family-centered approach to clinical care.
- Complete clinical documentation.
Benefits
- 15.5 paid holidays and 18 days of paid time off annually (33.5 paid days off total).
- No nights or weekends and steady, predictable daytime schedules.
- Competitive salaries with opportunities for milestone bonuses.
- Paid professional licensure and continuing education (CEUs).
- Medical, dental, vision, and short-term disability coverage.
- 401(k) with employer matching opportunities.
- State-of-the-art therapy facilities designed specifically for pediatric care.
- Collaborative work environment with therapists, educators, and other professionals.
- Opportunities to pursue professional interests through special projects and programs.
- Family-friendly workplace that recognizes the importance of life beyond work.
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Job Type
Full-time
