What are the responsibilities and job description for the Clinical Fellowship-Speech Language Pathologist | No Nights or Weekends | New Grads Welcome position at Child & Family Development?
No Nights. No Weekends. No Holidays. Mentorship Available.
We Are Thrilled To Have Been Voted the 2025 Gold Award For Charlotte's Best Speech Therapy Practice For the Second Consecutive Year!!
Looking for a pediatric therapy career where you can grow professionally while maintaining work-life balance?
Child & Family Development (C&FD) is seeking Speech Therapists at all experience levels to join our award-winning pediatric outpatient practice serving children and families throughout the Charlotte region.
If you are a new graduate looking for structured mentorship, seeking autonomy, collaboration, and long-term career growth, C&FD offers an environment where you can thrive.
For more than 45 years, Child & Family Development has been a trusted provider of pediatric therapy services and is proud to be the longest-standing private outpatient pediatric therapy practice in the Charlotte area. We have been recognized as Charlotte's Best and Best of North Carolina for Children's and Adolescent Therapy Services, reflecting our commitment to exceptional care and a clinician-focused culture.
Why Speech Therapists Choose C&FD
- No nights, weekends, or holiday schedules
- Award-winning pediatric therapy organization
- Structured mentorship and onboarding program
- Collaborative multidisciplinary care model that includes rehab therapies, behavioral health, psychology, ABA, and educational services
- Clinical autonomy and professional respect
- Opportunities for leadership, mentorship, and specialty development
- Stable, established practice with strong community roots
Designed for New Graduate Therapists
We welcome new graduate therapists and provide:
- Structured onboarding and mentorship throughout the CFY and beyond
- Ongoing clinical support from experienced pediatric therapists
- Collaborative learning with Occupational Therapy, Physical Therapy, Speech Therapy, Psychology, ABA, and Education teams
- A supportive environment to build confidence and pediatric expertise
- Opportunities to develop specialty areas of interest
- Mentorship and leadership opportunities
- Strong interdisciplinary collaboration
- A culture that values your expertise and clinical judgment
Position Summary
The Speech Language Pathologist provides pediatric evaluations and treatment services to help children develop the skills needed for effective communication, learning, and participation in daily activities. Working closely with children, families, caregivers, and interdisciplinary team members, the Speech Language Pathologist assesses and treats a variety of speech, language, social communication, fluency, and feeding/swallowing needs. This role offers the opportunity to make a meaningful impact in a collaborative, family-centered environment dedicated to helping children reach their full potential.
Key Responsibilities
- Perform pediatric speech therapy evaluations
- Develop and implement individualized treatment plans
- Provide evidence-based therapeutic interventions
- Collaborate with families, caregivers, and interdisciplinary team members
- Maintain timely and accurate documentation
- Participate in care coordination and team collaboration
- Deliver family-centered, developmentally appropriate care
Required Qualifications
- Active North Carolina Speech Therapy provisional/temporary licensure
- Valid driver’s license
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Currently live in the Charlotte area or are planning to relocate in the next 3 months
- Commitment to providing exceptional pediatric care
Preferred Qualifications
- Pediatric experience
- Outpatient pediatric therapy experience
New graduate therapists are encouraged to apply!
Compensation & Benefits
We offer a competitive Base Plus compensation model that rewards clinicians for serving children and families while maintaining work-life balance.
Total earning potential up to $67,000 annually, depending on schedule and billable hours.
Benefits include medical, dental, and vision insurance with employer contribution; company-paid short-term disability and life insurance; Flexible Spending Account (FSA); 401(k) with employer match; paid time off; and professional development support.
Why Join Child & Family Development?
At Child & Family Development, we believe great clinicians provide the best care when they are supported, respected, and empowered to grow. Our team is committed to creating a positive and collaborative environment where therapists can build meaningful careers while making a lasting impact on the lives of children and families.
Watch our team video to learn more about life at Child & Family Development.
Apply today and discover why therapists have chosen Child & Family Development for more than 45 years!
Whether you're beginning your career or bringing years of pediatric experience, we'd love to talk with you about joining our team.