SPEECH/LANGUAGE PATHOLOGIST w/ LARGE BONUS!

Servingschools; Lewiston (ME); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous sign-on bonus

$4,000 SLP referral bonus

CF Mentorship & Support

Locally owned & clinician-led

Flexible scheduling options

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Job summary

Bright Start Therapy in Lewiston, Maine is seeking a Pediatric Speech-Language Pathologist or CFY who wants to build a rewarding career with children while maintaining a healthy work-life balance.

Join a locally owned, pediatric-focused practice with mentorship, collaboration with OTs, a pediatric-only caseload, flexible scheduling, and generous benefits including a $4,000 SLP referral bonus and sign-on.

Qualifications

• Maine licensure or eligibility required.
• ASHA certification or eligibility required.

Responsibilities

• Provide pediatric speech-language pathology services to children.
• Collaborate with pediatric clinicians (SLP/OT) for integrated care.
• Develop and manage pediatric caseload with diverse communication needs.

Skills

Multidisciplinary teamwork

Compassionate care

Excellent communication

Child-focused

Education

Maine licensure eligibility

ASHA Certification or eligibility

Job description

PEDIATRIC SPEECH-LANGUAGE PATHOLOGIST (In the process of moving to a new Building)

Are you an SLP looking for more than just a job?

At Bright Start Therapy, you won't be a number in a large healthcare system. You'll become part of a locally owned, pediatric-focused practice where clinicians know one another, collaborate across disciplines, and have the opportunity to build meaningful relationships with the children and families they serve.

We are growing our team and are looking for a Speech‑Language Pathologist and/or CFY who wants to build a rewarding career working with children while maintaining a healthy work‑life balance.

Why Bright Start?

Competitive Compensation

We recognize the value of experienced clinicians and offer competitive compensation based on education, experience, and clinical expertise.

CFs Are Welcome!

Beginning your career? We welcome Clinical Fellows and provide a supportive environment for developing your clinical skills and confidence.

Mentorship & Collaboration

Work alongside experienced SLPs and occupational therapists. We believe clinicians learn from one another and that collaboration leads to better outcomes for children.

Pediatric-Focused Caseload

Work exclusively with children and develop your expertise in pediatric speech and language, articulation, language disorders, AAC, social communication, fluency, and other areas of need.

School & Clinic Opportunities

Depending on your interests and experience, opportunities may include both clinic-based and school-based services, allowing you to build a varied and rewarding caseload.

Flexibility

We understand that clinicians have lives outside of work. We work with our therapists to develop schedules that are practical and sustainable.

Reasonable, Sustainable Caseloads

Quality matters more than simply filling your schedule. We believe clinicians do their best work when they have the time and support needed to provide thoughtful, individualized care.

Professional Growth

We encourage continuing education and support clinicians in developing areas of specialty that interest them.

What we offer

Competitive Salary

We value your education, experience, and clinical expertise.

Generous Sign-On Bonus

We want to make your decision to join our team worthwhile.

Annual Performance Reviews

Your growth and contributions matter.

Paid Time Off

Paid Holidays

Pediatric-Only Caseload

Do what you love: work with children and families.

Clinic & School-Based Opportunities

Build a caseload that matches your interests and strengths.

Collaborative SLP/OT Team

Work alongside experienced pediatric clinicians and benefit from true interdisciplinary collaboration.

CF Mentorship & Support

New graduate or CF? We will help you build confidence and grow your clinical skills.

Flexible Scheduling Options

We recognize that flexibility matters both inside and outside of work.

$4,000 SLP Referral Bonus

Refer a full-time SLP who joins our team and receive a $4,000 referral bonus.

Locally Owned & Clinician-Led

Your ideas, clinical judgment, and voice matter here.

We Are Looking For An SLP Who Is

• Licensed or eligible for licensure in Maine
• ASHA certified or eligible for certification
• Passionate about working with children
• Dependable, collaborative, and compassionate
• Interested in developing professionally
• Comfortable working as part of a multidisciplinary team

New Graduate or Experienced Clinician?

Both are welcome.

If you are an experienced pediatric SLP, we want to hear about the expertise you can bring to our team.

If you are a new graduate or CF, we want to help you build a strong foundation for your career.

Why Bright Start?

Because you should know the children you serve—and the people you work beside.

At Bright Start Therapy, we believe great therapy starts with great relationships. We are committed to creating an environment where clinicians can grow professionally, maintain balance, collaborate with colleagues, and provide exceptional care to children and families.

Bright Start Therapy

Lewiston, Maine

[e-mail]

207-777-7000 ext. 1

Come grow with us.

Bright Start Therapy — Helping children find their voice, build their skills, and thrive.