Early Intervention Speech Language Pathologist

St. Joseph's Health; Paterson (NJ); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Robust health, dental, Rx, and vision plans

403(b) retirement plan with company match

Tuition reimbursement

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

A healthcare organization in Paterson is seeking an Early Intervention Speech Language Pathologist. Responsibilities include conducting evaluations, developing treatment plans, and providing direct services to children with communication delays. The ideal candidate holds a current NJ State License and has experience with developmental delays. This full-time role offers competitive salary and benefits including health plans and tuition reimbursement.

Qualifications

• Current NJ State License in Speech-Language Pathology, CCC‑SLP required.
• At least one year of experience working with children ages birth to five.
• Must maintain regulatory knowledge of the profession.
• BLS certification required at time of hire or within 3 months.
• For Wayne employees: Quality Indicators (QI) certification after employment and training.
• For EI program employees: valid driver’s license if required to drive a hospital vehicle.
• Compliance with NJEIS and related certification requirements (BLS/ACLS/PALS per policy).

Responsibilities

• Conduct evaluations and develop individualized treatment plans for children.
• Provide direct services in families' natural environments.
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to promote communication skills.
• Maintain accurate records and ensure compliance with NJEIS regulations.
• Stay current with regulatory and legislative guidelines affecting the profession.

Skills

Experience with developmental delays and disabilities

Communication skills

Collaboration with multidisciplinary teams

Education

Graduate of an accredited Speech-Language Pathology program

NJ State License in Speech-Language Pathology, CCC‑SLP

Tools

Basic Life Support (BLS) certification

Job description

Early Intervention Speech Language Pathologist

Apply to the Early Intervention Speech Language Pathologist role at St. Joseph's Health.

Job Description

This position requires a Current NJ State License in Speech-Language Pathology, CCC‑SLP and at least one year of experience working with children birth to age five who have developmental delays and disabilities. The role involves conducting evaluations, developing individualized treatment plans (IFSPs), and providing direct services to infants and toddlers (birth to three) with communication delays. The Speech Language Pathologist works in families' natural environments, collaborates with a multidisciplinary team, and maintains accurate records while complying with NJEIS regulations. The applicant must also maintain current knowledge of regulatory/legislative policies applicable to the profession.

Responsibilities

• Conduct evaluations and develop individualized treatment plans (IFSPs) for infants and toddlers with communication delays.
• Provide direct services to infants and toddlers in families' natural environments.
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team and caregivers to promote functional communication skills through everyday routines.
• Maintain accurate records and ensure compliance with NJEIS regulations.
• Continuously update knowledge of regulatory/legislative policies related to Speech Language Pathology.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Speech-Language Pathology program.
• Current NJ State License in Speech-Language Pathology, CCC‑SLP.
• At least one year of experience working with children ages birth to five who have developmental delays and disabilities.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required at time of hire or within 3 months.
• For Wayne employees: Quality Indicators (QI) certification required, to be obtained following employment and training.
• For Early Intervention Program employees: valid driver’s license with an acceptable record if required to drive a hospital vehicle.
• Compliance with Effective January 2019 policy: all BLS, ACLS, and PALS certifications must be granted through the American Heart Association.

Benefits

• Competitive salary*
• Robust benefits: health, dental, Rx, and vision plans
• 403(b) retirement plan with company match**
• Health & Wellness programs
• Eligible for Federal Student Loan Forgiveness as a non‑profit health system
• PTO and paid holidays
• Tuition reimbursement
• Employee Assistance Program
• Long‑Term Disability (LTD)
• Life Insurance Options
• Onsite Day Care Program
• Per Diem employees and part‑time employees working under 20 hours per week have reduced benefits listed separately.

Pay Transparency

St. Joseph’s Health provides a salary range to comply with New Jersey Law. The rate of pay for each position will be determined based on a variety of factors including the candidate's relevant experience, qualifications, skills, etc. The salary range does not include incentives, differential pay, or other compensation.

About the Team

St. Joseph’s University Medical Center is an academic tertiary care medical center and state‑designated trauma center located on the Paterson campus. It offers a full complement of specialty and subspecialty services and has held the Magnet Award for Nursing Excellence since 1999.

Seniority Level

Entry level

Employment Type

Full‑time

Job Function

Health Care Provider

Industries

Hospitals and Health Care