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Starting salary: $62,400 annually
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Employment type: Full-time, salaried/exempt
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Schedule: Monday–Friday
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Location: Springfield, Missouri
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Population: Children ages 2–3 with emerging communication skills
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Professional development: ADOS training, CEU support, and paid licensure fees
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Clinical Fellows: May be considered based on supervision availability
The Arc of the Ozarks is seeking a Pediatric Speech-Language Pathologist to join a specialized early-intervention and diagnostic team serving children ages 2–3.
Many of the children entering this program have limited functional communication and little or no previous therapy experience. Through play, observation, assessment, caregiver partnership, and individualized intervention, you will help children begin developing the communication skills that support future learning, relationships, and independence.
This role is well suited for an SLP who enjoys early language development, play-based clinical work, interdisciplinary collaboration, and supporting families during a pivotal stage of their child’s development.
Early communication support can shape how a child connects with family members, expresses needs, participates in daily routines, and approaches future learning.
In this position, you will have the opportunity to:
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Work intensively with children during an important developmental stage
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Combine treatment with dynamic, play-based assessment
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Contribute communication expertise to interdisciplinary diagnostic evaluations
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Collaborate with psychologists, behavior analysts, and other therapy professionals
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Coach parents and caregivers on practical communication strategies
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Receive training in ADOS administration when needed
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Conduct dynamic observations and structured speech-language assessments.
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Use play-based engagement to evaluate communication, language, interaction, imitation, and social-development skills.
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Develop and implement individualized goals supporting functional communication, early language acquisition, joint engagement, imitation, and social communication.
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Contribute clinical observations and communication findings to interdisciplinary diagnostic evaluations.
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Participate in ADOS administration when appropriately trained and applicable to the evaluation.
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Provide parent and caregiver coaching to help families incorporate communication strategies into everyday routines.
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Collaborate with members of the diagnostic and treatment team to provide coordinated, child-centered services.
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Maintain timely and accurate evaluations, treatment notes, progress documentation, and other required records.
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Participate in continuing education and professional development related to early intervention, autism, diagnostics, and pediatric communication.
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Starting salary: $62,400 annually
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Employment classification: Full-time, salaried/exempt
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Schedule: Monday–Friday
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Primary location: Springfield, Missouri
Additional information regarding typical daily hours, caseload expectations, and any local travel requirements will be discussed during the interview process.
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Master’s degree in Speech-Language Pathology from an accredited program
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Current Missouri Speech-Language Pathology license in good standing or eligibility for the appropriate Missouri license
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Ability to assess and engage young children through play and natural interaction
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Ability to work collaboratively with families and an interdisciplinary clinical team
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Clear written communication and timely documentation skills
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ASHA Certificate of Clinical Competence in Speech-Language Pathology, or CCC-SLP
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Experience working with toddlers or young children
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Early-intervention or pediatric speech-language experience
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Experience supporting children with emerging, limited, or nonspeaking communication
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Experience participating in autism evaluations
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Previous ADOS training
ADOS training is not required to apply. Training will be provided for the selected candidate when needed.
Clinical Fellows may be considered based on current supervision availability.
Full-time team members may be eligible for:
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Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance eligibility with no waiting period
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Employer-paid life insurance and accidental death and dismemberment coverage
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Immediate eligibility to enroll in the 403(b) retirement plan
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Employer retirement match of up to 4% after one year of service
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Vacation and sick-time accrual
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Seven paid holidays each year
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A paid day off to celebrate your birthday
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CEU reimbursement and approved time away for continuing education
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Paid professional licensure fees
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Employer-provided malpractice insurance
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ADOS and role-specific professional training
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Fleet vehicle access or mileage reimbursement when applicable
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Annual wage-increase potential
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Employee Assistance Program
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Employee wellness program
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Discounted fitness-center membership
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Verizon and AT&T phone-plan discounts
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Opportunities for continued professional growth and advancement
The Arc of the Ozarks supports individuals with disabilities in directing their own lives as valued members of the community.
As part of our clinical team, you will bring specialized communication expertise to children and families while working alongside professionals who share a commitment to individualized, respectful, and coordinated support.
Apply through Indeed to be considered for the Pediatric Speech-Language Pathologist position in Springfield.
The Arc of the Ozarks welcomes qualified Speech-Language Pathologists and eligible Clinical Fellows who are interested in early intervention, pediatric communication, and interdisciplinary diagnostic services.
