Speech Therapist Job at Stellar Senior Living, Canon City, CO

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  • Stellar Senior Living
  • Canon City, CO

Job Description

We are seeking a Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP) to join our rehabilitation team. This onsite role is ideal for a dedicated and skilled therapist looking to make a meaningful difference in the lives of seniors.

About Us

At Stellar Senior Living, our supreme goal is to do and be the best in all we undertake — and to provide a Stellar life for our residents, their families, and our employees. As a premier provider of assisted living and

memory care communities across the Western United States, we’re passionate about creating vibrant, supportive environments where residents can thrive.

"Our supreme goal is to do and be the best in all we undertake, and to provide a Stellar life for our residents, their families and our employees." - Evrett Benton, CEO

If you are looking for a company and team that understands the value of people, then check us out! 

Stellar Senior Living, a privately-owned family company, is a premier assisted living and memory care provider in the Western United States. Founded in 2012 we have experienced consistent growth adding senior living communities to our family each year. We continue to grow and are looking for top talent to join our team and continue the journey with us.

Why You'll Love Working Here

  • Competitive Pay and Benefits: In addition to a market-leading salary, full-time employees are eligible for medical, dental, and vision insurance. On top of this, Stellar also offers a generous Paid Time Off policy, 401(k) with company matching, holiday pay, and more.

  • Career Growth: We’re a growing company with opportunities for advancement and company-sponsored training. Tuition reimbursement and ongoing learning opportunities are available. 

  • Work Perks: Depending on the role and community, you may receive free meals on shift, on-demand pay (access to your wages as soon as you earn them), and a supportive, team-driven environment.

The Role

As a Speech-Language Pathologist, you will assess and treat residents with communication, cognitive, and swallowing disorders. You will work closely with an interdisciplinary team to develop and implement personalized therapy plans that enhance residents' quality of life and independence.

What You'll Do

  • Conduct comprehensive assessments to diagnose speech, language, cognitive, and swallowing disorders.
  • Develop and execute individualized treatment plans tailored to residents’ needs and goals.
  • Provide therapy interventions, including compensatory techniques, exercises, and alternative communication strategies.
  • Educate residents, families, and staff on communication and swallowing management strategies.
  • Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to ensure coordinated and effective care.
  • Monitor residents’ progress, adjust treatment plans as necessary, and document outcomes.
  • Maintain accurate and timely documentation in compliance with regulatory and facility guidelines.
  • Participate in quality improvement initiatives and contribute to the success of the rehabilitation department.

Qualifications

  • Master’s degree in Speech-Language Pathology from an accredited program.
  • Current and valid Speech-Language Pathologist license in the state of Colorado.
  • Certificate of Clinical Competence in Speech-Language Pathology (CCC-SLP) from ASHA preferred.
  • Experience in skilled nursing or rehabilitation settings is a plus.
  • Strong interpersonal and communication skills with a resident-centered approach.
  • Proficiency in documentation and use of electronic medical records (EMRs).

Join Us

If you're ready to bring your skills and compassion to a mission-driver organization where residents and employees matter, we invite you to apply and grow your career with Stellar Senior Living

We are an equal opportunity employer and prohibit discrimination/harassment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.  

As part of Stellar Senior Living’s continued efforts to maintain a safe environment for all employees, residents, families, and visitors, Stellar strongly encourages its employees to receive an FDA-approved COVID-19 vaccination, as well as any subsequent booster doses, as recommended by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). To facilitate and further encourage COVID-19 vaccinations, Stellar periodically organizes onsite vaccination clinics at its various locations. Stellar employees are not required to be fully vaccinated for COVID-19 as a condition of employment.

Job Tags

Full time, Local area, Shift work,

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