Speech Language Pathologist (SLP)

Leisure Chateau; Lakewood Township (NJ); On-site; USD 64,747; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Same Day Pay

Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

401K

Holiday Pay

Paid Time Off

Overtime Available

Weekly Employee Appreciation Event

Job summary

A rehabilitation center in Lakewood Township, NJ is seeking a qualified Speech Therapist/Speech Language Pathologist to conduct speech/language programs for residents. The successful candidate will evaluate residents, develop treatment goals, and guide them in activities for enhancing communication and swallowing skills. Candidates must have a Master's degree in Speech Language Pathology and be either licensed or eligible for licensure in New Jersey. Competitive hourly rate and benefits are offered.

Qualifications

• Graduate of accredited Master’s Level Speech Language curriculum certified by the American Speech/Language/ Hearing Association.
• Licensed and/or eligible for licensure as required in the state.
• Eligible for a Certificate of Clinical Competency from the American Speech/Language/Hearing Association.

Responsibilities

• Evaluates residents and develops appropriate treatment goals and methods.
• Instructs residents in the skills and techniques required for participation in activities.
• Consults with rehabilitation team members to select appropriate therapeutic regimen.

Skills

Good organizational and time management skills

Good verbal and written communication skills

Education

Graduate of accredited Master’s Level Speech Language curriculum

Licensed or eligible for licensure in NJ

Eligible for Certificate of Clinical Competency

Job description

Speech Therapist/ Speech Language Pathologist (SLP)

RATE: $47 PER HOUR

BENEFITS:

• Same Day Pay!!
• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Disability Insurance
• 401K
• Holiday Pay
• Paid Time Off
• Overtime Available
• Full Time/ Part Time and Per Diem
• Weekly Employee Appreciation Event- “Thankful Thursday”

ABOUT US

At Leisure Chateau Care & Rehab Center we are big believers in making coming to work a positive experience and that is why we invest in and give back to our staff. From our weekly “Thankful Thursday” Program to our Monthly Gift Giveaways and various other programs we run there is always something exciting going on.

Join Our team today and have an experience like never before!!

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Speech/Language Pathologist organizes and conducts speech/language programs for the facility to facilitate rehabilitation. He/she directs resident participation in selected tasks to restore, reinforce, and enhance performance. Also, the Pathologist facilitates the learning of those skills and functions essential for communication and swallowing, to diminish or correct pathology. He/she directs activities to promote and maintain health.

RESPONSIBLITIES/ACCOUNTABLITIES:

1. Evaluates residents, develops appropriate treatment goals and methods, implements the speech therapy treatment plan, and completes all related documentation and record keeping regarding these services; this includes application of therapeutic techniques in areas such as cognitive skills, communication, speech oral motor skills, dysphagia, perceptual abilities, orientation, psychosocial, and functioning;
2. Coordinates the acquisition of adaptive communication devices and instructs residents in their use;
3. Selects appropriate activities suited to the individual’s physical and mental capacity, intelligence level and interest;
4. Consults with other members of the rehabilitation team to select the most appropriate therapeutic regimen consistent with the needs and capabilities of each resident;
5. Instructs resident in the skills and techniques required for participation in activities and evaluates resident progress, attitudes, and behavior, as related to rehabilitative potential;
6. Adapts program according to the needs of individual resident;
7. Attends and contributes to resident care, staffing and other related meetings;
8. Conducts training programs and participates in training medical, nursing and other personnel in speech therapy techniques and objectives;
9. Supervises supportive personnel in accordance with state and professional standards;
10. Maintains, cleans, identifies, and reports need for repair of equipment, as necessary;
11. Ensures that residents and families receive the highest quality of service in a caring and compassionate atmosphere that recognizes the individuals’ needs and rights.

SPECIFIC EDUCATIONAL/VOCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Graduate of accredited Master’s Level Speech Language curriculum certified by the American Speech/Language/ Hearing Association.
• Licensed and/or eligible for licensure as required in the state.
• Eligible for a Certificate of Clinical Competency from the American Speech/Language/Hearing Association.

JOB SKILLS:

• Good organizational and time management skills.
• Good verbal and written communication skills.

PERFORMS RELATED DUTIES:

• Interacts with residents, families, visitors and employees.
• Carries out other tasks as requested in situations where hands-on intervention/participation may be required.