Speech Language Pathologist - Comprehensive Therapeutic Program

Job Description

Job Description

Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP)

Comprehensive Therapeutic Program | Mableton, Georgia

Full-Time | K-12 Students

Are you an SLP who believes every student deserves the opportunity to thrive, regardless of the challenges they face?  We are seeking a compassionate, confident, and resilient Speech-Language Pathologist to join a specialized K-12 comprehensive therapeutic program in Mableton, Georgia. This program serves students with Autism Spectrum Disorder and significant emotional and behavioral needs who require a highly structured and supportive educational environment.  

The mission of this program is powerful: to help students develop the communication, social-emotional, and self-regulation skills necessary to successfully transition back to their home schools and thrive in less restrictive educational settings.

This is an opportunity to make a life-changing impact on students who need skilled clinicians willing to meet them where they are and help them build the tools needed for long-term success.

Position Overview

The Speech-Language Pathologist will provide speech-language services to approximately 42 K-12 students within a multidisciplinary therapeutic setting. The SLP will work closely with special education staff, behavior specialists, mental health professionals, teachers, administrators, and families to support student growth in communication, emotional regulation, social interaction, and functional independence.

An experienced SLPA is already in place and provides support two days per week, allowing for collaboration and assistance with service delivery.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct speech-language therapy services to students with Autism Spectrum Disorder and significant emotional and behavioral challenges
• Develop and implement individualized treatment plans aligned with IEP goals
• Participate in IEP meetings and collaborate with educational and therapeutic teams
• Support students in developing functional communication skills that improve emotional regulation and behavioral success
• Collaborate with teachers, behavior specialists, psychologists, and support staff to implement communication strategies across settings
• Maintain accurate documentation and compliance with district and state requirements
• Consult with families and educational teams regarding communication supports and student progress
• Contribute to a positive, therapeutic, and student-centered school culture

Ideal Candidate

This role is best suited for an SLP who is passionate about serving students with complex needs and understands the critical relationship between communication and behavior.

The ideal candidate will possess:

• A genuine heart for working with students experiencing significant emotional and behavioral challenges
• Confidence working in a therapeutic and behaviorally intensive environment
• Strong clinical judgment and problem-solving skills
• Patience, consistency, and emotional resilience
• Excellent collaboration and relationship-building abilities
• The ability to remain calm, supportive, and solutions-focused during challenging situations
• A belief that every student can make meaningful progress with the right supports

Qualifications

• Master's Degree in Speech-Language Pathology
• Active Georgia SLP license or eligibility to obtain
• ASHA Certificate of Clinical Competence (CCC-SLP) preferred
• School-based experience preferred
• Experience working with Autism Spectrum Disorder and/or emotional behavioral disorders strongly preferred

What Makes This Position Unique?

• Meaningful work supporting students with some of the highest levels of need
• Opportunity to be part of a highly specialized therapeutic program
• Collaborative multidisciplinary team environment
• Existing SLPA support two days per week
• Manageable caseload of approximately 42 students
• Opportunity to help students develop the skills needed to transition back to their home schools
• A chance to make a lasting impact on students, families, and communities

If you are a clinician who sees potential where others see obstacles and believes communication can change lives, we encourage you to apply.