Speech Language Pathologist - PRN
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Exceptional Care for Children
Newark, DE, US
Summary
Evaluate and treat children and young adults with communication and swallowing disorders. Develop individualized therapy plans and collaborate with the medical care team to provide education to families and staff.
Job Description
Exceptional Care for Children is a Not for Profit organization committed to providing the highest quality of care and services to pediatric patients and young adults requiring transitional, long term, and/or palliative care. We are an around-the-clock residential facility that provides skilled care to medically fragile children and young adults who have a technology dependency.
We are currently looking for a PRN Speech Pathologist to join our team. (8-10 hours weekly)
Key Responsibilities:
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Provide direct care within scope of practice.
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Evaluate, screen, and treat children and young adults with known or suspected communication and/or oral motor/swallowing disorders.
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Develop an individual therapy plan for each assigned patient which includes appropriate goals for treatment. Update goals and record patient progress according to departmental procedures.
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Consult and collaborate with other medical professionals within the care team.
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Provides education and training to families and staff as needed.
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Maintain precise, timely clinical documentation.
Qualifications:
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Education: Master's Degree in Speech Language Pathology from an accredited program.
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Licensure: Current Delaware SLP License and ASHA Certificate of Clinical Competence (CCC-SLP).
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Experience: Minimum of 1-2 years of pediatric experience (preferred).
- Direct experience with tracheostomy and ventilator - dependent population is highly preferred.
- Strong background in pediatric dysphagia and/or AAC.
Why Join ECC?
- Impact: Work with a unique population where every small milestone - a first taste of food or a first vocalization - is a massive victory.
- Flexibility: As a PRN provider, enjoy a schedule that fits your life while staying sharp in a specialized clinical niche. Monday-Friday, no weekends or holidays.
Exceptional Care for Children is an Equal Opportunity Employer Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, sex/gender (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression, age, physical or mental disability, military or protected veteran status, citizenship, familial or marital status, genetics, or any other legally protected category. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendment Act (ADAAA)
Exceptional Care for Children is a nonprofit pediatric skilled nursing facility and Delaware’s only provider dedicated to caring for children with complex medical needs. We are a national leader in skilled nursing, respiratory support, therapy services, palliative care, and adaptive tools that help children learn, communicate, move, and grow.
Our campus is designed to give medically fragile children a childhood filled with possibility. Residents attend school on site, enjoy accessible play spaces, and build meaningful relationships with staff who feel like family.
ECC also serves as a regional resource for safe hospital to home transitions by offering caregiver training, equipment evaluations, and the support families need as they prepare for life beyond the hospital.
With 46 pediatric beds and a 22 bed expansion opening in 2026, ECC continues to advance a full continuum of care for young people who require around the clock support.
Founded
2006
Company size
51-200 employees
Industry
Non-profit Organizations
Org type
Nonprofit
Headquarters
Newark, DE
Exceptional Care for Children is a nonprofit pediatric skilled nursing facility and Delaware’s only provider dedicated to caring for children with complex medical needs. We are a national leader in skilled nursing, respiratory support, therapy services, palliative care, and adaptive tools that help children learn, communicate, move, and grow.
Our campus is designed to give medically fragile children a childhood filled with possibility. Residents attend school on site, enjoy accessible play spaces, and build meaningful relationships with staff who feel like family.
ECC also serves as a regional resource for safe hospital to home transitions by offering caregiver training, equipment evaluations, and the support families need as they prepare for life beyond the hospital.
With 46 pediatric beds and a 22 bed expansion opening in 2026, ECC continues to advance a full continuum of care for young people who require around the clock support.
Founded
2006
Company size
51-200 employees
Industry
Non-profit Organizations
Org type
Nonprofit
Headquarters
Newark, DE