ChildServe·Ames, Iowa
include administering appropriate standardized tests, assessments, and clinical observations, followed by providing recommendations and interpreting results to children and caregivers. The role also requires collaborating with the interdisciplinary team to develop, implement, and revise individualized plans of care for specialized pediatric treatment.
If you are looking to put your Speech Language Pathology expertise to work advancing an incredible, life-changing mission, ChildServe has an exciting position for you to consider. We have an opportunity for a Speech-Language Pathologist to join our team in Ames.
As a part of our talented, interdisciplinary team of therapists, you'll specialize in pediatric rehabilitation and work together to create plans specific to each child's need. With a wide range of diagnoses served, no two days will be exactly the same as you provide comprehensive, family-centered, speech language pathology services to children ages birth through 21 years in our outpatient service area.
An inter-professional team where you will collaborate with occupational therapy, physical therapy, psychology, mental health and many other services to provide a holistic approach to care.
Leadership training and paid continuing education opportunities to support career growth. Most classes provided on site where you can choose your specialty or area of interest.
Professional development and mentoring opportunities.
Mentorship onsite.
A wide range of diagnoses- no two days will be the same!
The opportunity to leave work each day knowing you've made a difference.
Not sure if you hit 100% of the position expectations? Let's talk! Reach out to our Talent Acquisition team by emailing Careers@childserve.org [Careers@childserve.org].
ChildServe is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities. To request assistance with the application process, please email careers@childserve.org [careers@childserve.org]. ChildServe is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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The primary requirement is a Master's degree in a Speech Language Pathology program, with a Certificate of Clinical Competence (CCC) preferred. Candidates should ideally have over one year of clinical practice experience with pediatric patients and possess the physical ability to lift up to 35 lbs and perform various physical movements.
Market context
Behavioral-health positions in Iowa are often driven by ongoing demand for psychiatric and mental health services across outpatient, inpatient, and community settings. These roles are competitive because employers typically look for advanced practice credentials, current licensure, and certifications such as DEA, BLS, and ACLS; this posting also includes benefits like medical, dental, vision, PTO, and a sign-on bonus. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save time, then confirm your PMHNP certification and Iowa license before applying.