Speech Therapist
Lakes Regional Community CenterTexas, United States
Posted September 14, 2023
Full Time
About the Company
Lakes Regional Community Center serves 15 counties in Northeast Texas as the primary provider of mental health, intellectual and developmental disability (IDD), and substance use disorder services. As the designated IDD authority for 12 counties and the mental health authority for seven, the organization also administers TCOOMMI parole and continuity programs in key counties. Its multidisciplinary team of psychiatrists, counselors, and nurses delivers psychiatric medication management, counseling, and community‑based supports—including day programs, supported employment, and crisis respite—to children, adolescents, and adults. Lakes distinguishes itself through a commitment to self‑determination, service choice, and integrity, fostering collaborative relationships with individuals and communities while maintaining high standards of efficiency and accountability.
Job Description
Speech Therapist responsible for assessment, treatment, and documentation of services for children 0-3 years of age. Requires travel within specified counties and transportation for client families.
Requirements
- Bachelor's level SLPA or Master's degree from an accredited college or university with a major in Speech Therapy
- Current Texas licensure as a Speech Language Pathologist Assistant or Speech & Language Pathologist
- One year of work experience in a school or agency setting with children who are developmentally delayed, medically fragile, or who have specific developmental disabilities
- Valid Texas driver's license and acceptable driving record
- Personal automobile liability insurance as required by the state of Texas
Benefits
- Employer-Cost sharing of Health Insurance
- Loan Forgiveness Program
- Pet Insurance
- Employer-Paid Short-Term Disability Insurance
- Employer-Paid Term Life Insurance
- Employee Assistance Program-EAP
- Employer-Match Retirement Contributions (up to 5% of Base Salary)
- Optional Dental, Vision, Life and Long-Term Disability Insurance
- Wellness Program
- 12 Holidays per Year
- 2Weeks Paid Vacation per Year with Graduating Accrual Rate
- 2+ Weeks of Paid Sick Leave per Year