Speech Language Pathologist

Speech Language Pathologist

Developmental Pathways, Inc. is seeking a passionate Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP) in our Early Intervention (EI) Department to provide therapy services in children's natural environments, community settings, and through telehealth. In this role, you will ensure compliance with Early Intervention (EI) guidelines, documentation standards, and funding requirements while delivering high-quality, family-focused services that empower caregivers and support children's developmental progress.

Why Join Us

Schedule Options: This position offers a 40-hour work week with one of the following schedules:

o Monday to Thursday (10-hour days)

o Tuesday to Friday (10-hour days)

o Monday to Friday (8-hour days)

Build meaningful relationships with children and families through a community-based model focused on developmental support and family-centered care

Serve families throughout a local service area, with regular visits in:

o Aurora

o Douglas County: Parker, Castle Rock, and Castle Pines

Manage a balanced caseload averaging 5 to 7 client visits per day, allowing time for quality care and collaboration

Work alongside a passionate team dedicated to making a lasting impact on the lives of young children and their families through early intervention services

What You'll Do

Join a collaborative early intervention team and provide speech-language therapy services to children ages 0 to 36 months, using a coaching approach that empowers caregivers to foster growth during everyday routines and activities

Be a part of a dynamic, collaborative early intervention team, partnering with families, service coordinators, and fellow therapists to develop and implement IFSPs while using a coaching model that promotes shared learning, professional growth, and positive outcomes for children

Maintain accurate documentation and regulatory compliance, including session notes, assessment reports, billing, Medicaid requirements, and coordination with community partners

What You Bring

Required Experience

Two (2) years' experience in the relevant field

Specialty certification (ASHA)

Active DORA licensure in Colorado

Demonstrated experience with specific programmatic concepts, practices, and procedures

Education

Bachelor's, Master's, or Doctorate from an accredited therapy program

Additional Requirements

Must reside in Colorado

Must be able to meet physical demands to include bending or twisting of the body, lifting, standing time, and sitting time to include floor play/therapy, etc.

Valid driver's license and reliable transportation (or approved alternative)

Authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship

Nice to Have

Working knowledge of Medicaid and private insurance billing

Knowledge of rules and regulations for Early Intervention

Prefer additional experience in an area directly related to job assignment

Knowledge of rules and regulations for the Division of Developmental and Intellectual Disabilities and the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment

Compensation $76,839 $91,246 annually + an additional $1,500 sign-on bonus

About Developmental Pathways

Since 1964, DP has supported more than 15,000 individuals with disabilities and their families across Arapahoe, Douglas, and Elbert counties. We connect people to vital resources and advocate for meaningful, fulfilling lives.

We believe our employees are our greatest asset and are committed to a collaborative, inclusive, and mission-driven workplace where you can grow and make an impact.

Additional Responsibilities

May be asked to support categorical assessments and initial Evaluation Eligibility and Individualized Family Service Plan (IFSP) development for children who are categorically eligible for Early Intervention services

Adhere to Medicaid regulations when this is a funding source (i.e., EVV)

Help families determine priorities for service

Develop and maintain working case files per department policies and procedures

Submit billing and supporting documentation timely

Assure paperwork submitted by other service providers, individuals in service, and community partners is completed, distributed, and filed as required

Partner with service coordinators, Child Find teams, and other community partners who serve young children to deliver early intervention services

Attend and participate in IFSP and care coordination meetings; schedule and facilitate meetings as needed

Maintain EI Provider and billing portal

Ensure adherence to Division for Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities/DIDD rules and regulations and agency policies and procedures in the provision of services. Assists in assuring full compliance with agency policies and procedures as well as state and federal regulatory guidelines

May be asked to participate in the supervision of Clinical Fellow Year through CFY Program

Speech Language Pathologists can earn credentialing on the job. As a result, there are certain job duties regarding billing and evaluations that Speech Language Pathologists must perform with supervisor review & approval

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Benefits

Health/dental/vision coverage

Employer-paid and supplemental life insurance

Short-and long-term disability insurance

Generous paid time off and holiday pay

Flexible work schedule

Monthly remote work stipend

401(k) investment plan, with an employer match of up to 4%

Mileage reimbursement

Tuition reimbursement program

Certified Employer for Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program

Healthcare reimbursement and flexible spending plan

Discounts on auto and homeowners' insurance

Employee assistance program

Credit union membership

Employer-paid training

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