Flex Team Speech Therapist

Christian Living Communities; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Coverage

Health Savings Accounts

Retirement with match

Dental, Vision, Disability & Life

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Christian Living Communities seeks an on-call Speech Language Pathologist to provide clinical services across our residents in the Denver, CO area. The role involves evaluating language and swallowing disorders, creating individualized treatment plans, and collaborating with a multidisciplinary team.

Requirements include a graduate therapy program, active SLP license in state, and CPR certification, with 2–3 years of related experience preferred.

Qualifications

• Education: Graduate from an accredited therapy program.
• Experience: 2–3 years of related experience or equivalent.
• Licenses/ Certifications: Current Speech Language Pathologist state license; CPR certification.

Responsibilities

• Perform assessments and diagnoses for language and swallowing disorders.
• Develop and implement individualized treatment plans.
• Educate residents on sound production, voice, and fluency techniques.
• Document progress and adjust therapies as needed.
• Collaborate with team to provide supportive, inclusive care.

Skills

Verbal and written communication

Active listening

Social perceptiveness

Relationship building

Time management

Collaborative teamwork

Critical thinking

Education

Graduate of an accredited therapy program

Licensed Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) in state

CPR certification

Job description

On a flexible, as-needed basis, provides clinical services to all residents residing at Communities of Christian Living Communities (CLC). These services will include skilled nursing, assisted living, and/or rehabilitation services.

Job Description

On a flexible, as-needed basis, provides clinical services to all residents residing at Communities of Christian Living Communities (CLC). These services will include skilled nursing, assisted living, and/or rehabilitation services.

Rehabilitation Flex Team Members are exempt from a multiple-shift requirement, and are encouraged to cover needs at multiple sites as they are able.

Diagnoses and treats individuals with speech, language, voice, and fluency needs. This role is grounded in building genuine, trust-based relationships with residents and their families - we believe every person, team member and resident alike, brings unique strengths and perspectives that make our community stronger.

• Performs assessments and diagnoses, and develops treatment plans for language and swallowing disorders.
• Evaluates levels of swallowing, speech, and language difficulty and identifies appropriate treatment options.
• Creates and carries out individualized treatment plans that address each resident's specific functional needs and personal goals.
• Teaches residents techniques to improve sound production, voice, and fluency, tailored to what resonates with each individual.
• Creates goals and objectives for residents to work toward, celebrating progress and working collaboratively through challenges.
• Provides support and advice to residents, their caregivers, and family members with warmth and patience.
• Counsels residents and families on ways to cope with swallowing and communication disorders, fostering trust throughout the process.
• Builds strong relationships with residents over time, taking a genuine interest in their personalities, preferences, and everyday lives.
• Compiles thorough notes on residents’ progress and adjusts therapies and treatment plans where necessary.
• Documents resident care services according to approved medical and facility documentation procedures.
• Collaborates closely with fellow team members, contributing to a supportive, inclusive workplace culture where diverse backgrounds and perspectives are welcomed and celebrated.

Essential Duties

• Performs assessments and diagnoses, and develops treatment plans for language and swallowing disorders.
• Evaluates levels of swallowing, speech, and language difficulty and identifies appropriate treatment options.
• Creates and carries out individualized treatment plans that address each resident's specific functional needs and personal goals.
• Teaches residents techniques to improve sound production, voice, and fluency, tailored to what resonates with each individual.
• Creates goals and objectives for residents to work toward, celebrating progress and working collaboratively through challenges.
• Provides support and advice to residents, their caregivers, and family members with warmth and patience.
• Counsels residents and families on ways to cope with swallowing and communication disorders, fostering trust throughout the process.
• Builds strong relationships with residents over time, taking a genuine interest in their personalities, preferences, and everyday lives.
• Compiles thorough notes on residents’ progress and adjusts therapies and treatment plans where necessary.
• Documents resident care services according to approved medical and facility documentation procedures.
• Collaborates closely with fellow team members, contributing to a supportive, inclusive workplace culture where diverse backgrounds and perspectives are welcomed and celebrated.

Basic Qualifications & Experience

• Education: Graduate of an accredited therapy program.
• Experience: 2–3 years of related experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Licenses/Certifications: Current Speech Language Pathologist state license; CPR certification.
• Excellent verbal & written communication, active listening, and social perceptiveness
• Relationship building, compassionate instruction, and genuine appreciation for individuality and diverse life experiences
• Critical thinking, sound judgment, and decision-making
• Time management and service orientation
• Collaborative teamwork

Working Conditions / Physical Requirements

• Physical stamina to lift, transfer, and assist residents through physical activities.
• Requires frequent lifting and carrying of items weighing up to 50 lbs. unassisted, including assisting residents when needed.
• Must be able to communicate clearly with residents in person and over the phone.
• Visual acuity adequate to perform job duties, including visual examination of residents and reading information from printed sources and computer screens.

Additional Information

If you are considering a position at Christian Living Communities | Cappella Living Solutions, we have a wide range of benefits to consider! These may vary based on the status of the role (PT, FT, or PRN).

Health Coverage

Health Savings Accounts

Retirement (with match)

Dental, Vision, Disability & Life Insurance

Paid Time Off plan

We envision a warm and welcoming environment for all residents, team members, family members, and members of our communities – a place of belonging. Please let us know if you require accommodation during the interview process.

We ask all applicants to carefully review the hiring salary range for each posted job opportunity, as we will not hire outside the predetermined range. This position will be accepting applications through 10/01/26. Job posting may close early due to volume of applicants.

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

Wage

Location/Region: Denver, CO