Speech Language Pathologist

Houston SNF Operations · Houston, TX Full Time

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Job Description

We support 14 skilled nursing facilities, assisted living communities, and therapy programs across Utah, Texas, and Missouri—with continued growth on the horizon. Our team is made up of committed industry leaders with decades of experience as operators and clinicians. Our mission is simple and powerful: to relieve suffering, spread joy, and empower communities. Every Tide-affiliated facility is guided by this purpose, from the front line to executive leadership. Job Description: Are you a licensed Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP) in Texas looking for a rewarding career with a company that values your expertise? We’re offering top-tier benefits, competitive rates based on experience, and flexible scheduling so you can enjoy both your work and personal life. Under new management , strong core values with open communication! Come check us out! Any rates listed are Indeed's estimate for the area. We offer competitive compensation and will negotiate a fair rate with you directly! Why Join Us? ✅ Sign-On Bonus – We recognize and reward your skills. ✅ Comprehensive Benefits – Medical, dental, vision, and more. ✅ 401(k) with Company Match – Plan for your future with confidence. ✅ Flexible Scheduling – Achieve the work-life balance you deserve. ✅ Dementia Certification – Expand your expertise with specialized training. ✅ Access to Advanced Equipment – Utilize cutting-edge ACP technology. ✅ Free CEUs through ACP University – Continue growing at no cost to you. ✅ No Travel Required – Enjoy full-time hours in one location. What You’ll Do: Assess, diagnose, and treat patients with speech, language, voice, and swallowing disorders. Develop and implement individualized treatment plans to improve communication and swallowing function. Work with patients requiring trach and vent support to enhance speech and swallowing abilities. Collaborate with an interdisciplinary team to optimize patient outcomes. Educate and guide patients, families, and caregivers on therapy techniques and home programs. Maintain accurate documentation to ensure compliance with industry standards. What You’ll Need: ✔ Active SLP License in Texas ✔ Master’s Degree in Speech-Language Pathology from an Accredited Program ✔ Strong Communication & Teamwork Skills ✔ Experience with Trachs and Vents a Plus ✔ Passion for Helping Patients Improve Communication & Quality of Life Take the Next Step in Your Career! Join a supportive, innovative, and rewarding environment where you can make a real difference in patients' lives while advancing your career. * Apply today and start your journey with us! *

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What Most Job Listings Don’t Tell You

General overview for this role type — specific duties and requirements vary by employer.

Support roles in senior living — housekeeping, maintenance, activities, and social work — are far more resident-facing than similar positions in other industries. Housekeepers and maintenance staff interact with residents in their personal living spaces daily, which requires discretion, patience, and genuine respect for the people who live there. In Texas, even non-clinical staff must complete facility-specific training on topics like abuse prevention, infection control, and emergency procedures.

Activities coordinators and social workers play a direct role in resident well-being — isolation and depression are significant concerns in senior living, and programming that keeps residents socially engaged has measurable health outcomes. Maintenance staff in senior care need to understand life-safety systems (fire alarms, emergency generators, call systems) and are often the first responders for building emergencies. Background checks are required for all positions, and many facilities prefer candidates who have previous experience working with older adults.

What to Expect in This Role Day-to-Day

Based on typical senior living facilities in the Houston area.

For housekeeping roles, the day follows a room-by-room schedule — cleaning resident rooms, sanitizing common areas, managing laundry, and responding to spill or accident cleanups as they happen. Infection control protocols are more rigorous than in hotels or commercial cleaning, especially during flu season or respiratory illness outbreaks.

Maintenance staff handle a daily work order queue — everything from changing light bulbs and fixing call buttons to HVAC maintenance and plumbing repairs. Life-safety equipment checks (fire extinguishers, exit lighting, generator testing) happen on set schedules. Activities professionals plan and lead group programming — exercise classes, crafts, music sessions, outings — and also provide one-on-one engagement for residents who cannot participate in group settings. Social workers manage care conferences, discharge planning, family mediation, and community resource referrals. Across all these roles, the common thread is that you become a familiar, trusted presence in residents' daily lives.

Houston Area Salary Data

According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, Home Health and Personal Care Aide positions in the Houston metro area earn a median wage of $11.27/hr ($23,442/yr). The typical range is $10.92 – $13.35/hr (25th–75th percentile).

Entry Level (10th) $22,235/yr

Houston Median $23,442/yr

Experienced (90th) $31,928/yr

vs. National Median -34.5%

Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics (Houston-Pasadena-The Woodlands, TX Metro Area). Salary data provided by Houston Senior Living Guide.