Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP) – Therapeutic School Setting

$2,500 Sign-on Bonus Are you a passionate Speech-Language Pathologist looking to make a meaningful difference in the lives of children? Whether you're an experienced SLP or beginning your career as a clinical fellow, Woodfords Family Services has an exciting opportunity for you! We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP) to join our Early Childhood Services (ECS) and Special Purpose Private School (SPPS) programs in Westbrook, Maine To support this transition, this role includes a $2,500 sign-on bonus and relocation assistance for eligible candidates.

Position Summary

Woodfords' ECS and SPPS programs serve students in PreK–5th grade with intellectual and/or developmental disabilities. Our programs provide individualized services in a therapeutic, treatment-based educational environment where teamwork and collaboration are central to student success. As an SLP, you'll provide direct, on-site speech-language therapy while collaborating with Behavior Analysts, Occupational Therapists, Social Workers, and Teaching Staff to support each student's communication and developmental goals.

The speech therapist will provide direct (on-site) speech therapy services to a case load of students and assist the program in completing the following: Provide direct, on-site speech-language therapy to a caseload of students Conduct speech and language evaluations for initial placement and ongoing progress monitoring Develop individualized plans of care, quarterly progress reports, and discharge summaries Participate in IEP, IFSP, and family meetings as scheduled or required Collaborate closely with Behavior Analysts, Occupational Therapists, Social Workers, and Teaching Staff to deliver cohesive, student-centered programming Provide training and guidance to teaching staff around speech and communication goals Supervise speech assistants in accordance with Maine Board of Examiners requirements, as applicable Opportunity Details Full-Time, Center-Based Position Monday–Friday | 7:30 AM – 3:30 PM – Enjoy a consistent schedule with no weekends!

Annual Salary: $71,000–$84,000, depending on experience. Clinical Fellowship Opportunities : $64,000–$67,000 annually for Clinical Fellows. $2,500 Sign-On Bonus + Relocation Assistance for Eligible Candidates!

Qualifications

Must have a Master's Degree in speech-language pathology/communication disorders Must possess good organization, communication, and interpersonal skills. Our employees are our greatest asset. In addition to joining an inclusive and positive work culture that promotes your individual goals, Woodfords offers the following benefits to full-time employees working 30-40 hours per week: Competitive Health Insurance (with multiple plan options!)

Dental & Vision Package Paid Vacation Time Paid Sick Time 10 Paid Holidays 1 Floating Holiday 403(b) Retirement Savings Plan with 5% agency match after 1 year. Robust Employee Wellness Program Gym/Fitness membership reimbursement Employer-Paid Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Employer-Paid Group Term Life Insurance Employee Assistance Plan (EAP Benefits) Voluntary Supplemental Benefits Exclusive Verizon Discount to Woodfords Family Service Employees Woodfords Family Services is a qualifying employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Program Who We Are Woodfords Family Services is a nonprofit organization that's been committed to the support and inclusion of people with special needs and their families in Maine communities for over 55 years!

Today, the organization provides a wide array of clinical, educational, behavioral health, residential, community, and family support programs to more than 2,000 children, youth, and adults with autism, developmental disabilities, intellectual disabilities, and/or mental health diagnoses throughout the state. Additionally, the agency is accredited by the Council on Accreditation (COA), whose program of quality improvement is designed to identify providers that have met high performance standards and have made a commitment to their stakeholders to deliver the very best quality services.