Speech Language Pathologist / SLP PRN

Company: BrightSpring Health Services
Location: Santa Cruz
Posted on: February 14, 2026

Job Description:

Job Description Job Description Overview Are you an experienced Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP) looking to make a meaningful impact in the lives of others? We are seeking enthusiastic professionals like you to join our Home and Community Program! Enjoy the rewards of providing functional rehabilitation in real-life settings and watch your patients thrive anywhere life takes them. Who We're Looking For: An experienced SLP passionate about offering rehabilitation in diverse environments—from homes and schools to workplaces and community spaces. Ready to go beyond the clinic and immerse yourself in real-world experiences, such as assisting with cooking in a patient’s kitchen or navigating grocery stores and restaurants. Creative and innovative; thrive autonomously while valuing collaboration with a dynamic team of therapists. What We Offer: Free Continuing Education Hours: Keep advancing in your career with our support. Paid Time Off & Holidays: Enjoy a balanced work-life schedule. Comprehensive Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, and 401K plans. Supportive Leadership: Flourish in a nurturing team environment. Join us in creating a positive impact in our community while advancing your career. Embrace the opportunity and become a part of a leading program that values both professional growth and personal fulfillment. Apply today and take the first step towards a rewarding journey with us! Ready to Transform Lives? Apply Now and Receive a $10,000 Sign-on Bonus! Start your journey towards making a meaningful impact. Responsibilities What you will do: Responsibilities listed include but not limited to: Perform evaluations and develop treatment plans of patients with speech, language, cognitive and swallowing disorders Regularly re-assess effectiveness of treatment plans, attend staffing meetings and family conferences Perform discharge evaluations, make appropriate recommendations for home and community safety, and provide referral and education resources Communicate patient’s needs and progress to the treatment team, physician, person receiving services and family members Communicates with other disciplines to ensure collaboration, coordination of care and enhance patient outcomes Qualifications What you will need: Minimum of a Master’s Degree from an accredited Speech Language Pathology program Valid Speech Language Pathology license in the state(s) of practice Current CPR Certification in accordance with state regulations A minimum of one year’s work experience as a Speech Language Pathologist Demonstrates knowledge of rehabilitation techniques related to complex neurological injury preferred Communicates effectively and professionally in verbal and written interactions Ability to lift 50 pounds Moving, lifting, or transferring of patients which may involve lifting of up to 100 pounds following safety procedures Duties require fine motor skills,visual acuity, and walking/ standing for extended periods Additional physical requirements include: pushing/pulling, bending/stooping, reaching, kneeling, and positioning frequently at times A health screen or examination may be required prior to assignment and periodically thereafter, depending on specific location policy, local and state regulations to verify employee is physically capable of performing assigned duties with or without reasonable accommodations

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