Pediatric Feeding Therapist (SLP)

Northwest Center • Seattle, WA

115d • $35 - $49 • Hybrid

About The Position

Northwest Center Early Supports is hiring a Feeding Therapist (SLP)! As a Feeding Therapist (Licensed Speech Language Pathologist), you will primarily provide evaluative, therapeutic, and consultative services to infants and children (ages 0-36 months) experiencing feeding difficulties. In addition to feeding, you will support a wide range of developmental needs within your professional scope of practice, including speech, language, sensory-motor, fine motor, or other areas of concern. A successful candidate is passionate about supporting the whole child and demonstrates flexibility, creativity, and compassion while working collaboratively with families, colleagues, and community partners. You will be part of a dynamic, multidisciplinary team that includes physical therapists, educators, and family resources coordinators—all dedicated to helping young children thrive. About Northwest Center Kids: Northwest Center Kids Early Supports is a unique program at the intersection of educational and medical services for children with disabilities. Our collaborative team is committed to evidence-informed, strengths-based, and family-centered care, providing services in homes, childcare, and community settings—both in-person and via telehealth. We work with families to support development through coaching, modeling, and reflection, while centering equity, inclusion, and cultural humility. This position falls under a collective bargaining agreement with the UFCW 3000 union.

Requirements

• Master's degree or equivalent.
• Licensed Speech Language Pathologist in the State of Washington.
• Must provide own car and insurance that meets state minimum insurance requirements.
• Two (2+) or more years' experience working with children.
• Ability to collaborate with families using a coaching model.
• Knowledge of infant feeding and child development for children 0-5 years.
• Commitment to providing equitable services to families who are linguistically and racially diverse.
• Excellent communication, time management, and collaboration skills.
• Must have or obtain current CPR and first aid certifications.
• Complete bloodborne pathogens and HIV training.

Nice To Haves

• Interest or experience working with children who are tube-fed and/or weaning from a feeding tube.
• Experience providing services with non-English speaking families and/or infant mental health.

Responsibilities

• Provide evaluative, therapeutic, and consultative services to infants and children experiencing feeding difficulties.
• Support a wide range of developmental needs including speech, language, sensory-motor, and fine motor.
• Collaborate with families, colleagues, and community partners.
• Work as part of a multidisciplinary team including physical therapists and educators.
• Deliver services in homes, childcare, and community settings, both in-person and via telehealth.

Benefits

• Hourly, part-time position including documentation time.
• 17 Accrued Paid Time Off Days Annually (prorated).
• 25 Paid Break and Holiday Days Annually (prorated).
• Retirement 401(K) with a company match.
• Employment Assistance Program (EAP) via Spring Health.
• Mental Wellness Program including six free therapy sessions per year.
• Pet Insurance Discount Program.
• Paid professional development and continuing education - $635 per year (prorated).
• Opportunity for career development with our NWC Mentorship Match program.
• Mileage and Professional License Reimbursement.
• Tuition discount at NWC Early Learning Schools after one year of employment.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Social Assistance
• Education Level: Master's degree