Speech Language Pathologist (SLP)

King Manor; Neptune Township (NJ); On-site; USD 96,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance

401K

Holiday Pay

Paid Time Off

Overtime Available

Full Time

$2,000 Sign on Bonus

Same Day Pay!!

Refer a Friend Bonus!

Weekly Employee Appreciation Event "TH

Job summary

King Manor, located in New Jersey, seeks a Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP) to organize and conduct speech-language programs for rehabilitation. The SLP will direct resident participation to restore and enhance communication and swallowing skills, while promoting health and well-being.

Responsibilities include evaluating residents, developing goals, coordinating devices, and collaborating with the rehab team.

Qualifications

• Graduate of accredited Master's Level Speech Language curriculum certified by ASHA.
• Licensed and/or eligible for licensure as required in the state.
• Eligible for a CCC from ASHA.

Responsibilities

• Evaluates residents, develops treatment goals and implements speech therapy plans; documents progress.
• Coordinates acquisition of adaptive communication devices and trains residents in use.
• Selects appropriate activities aligned with resident abilities and interests.
• Consults with rehab team to tailor therapy regimens to residents' needs.
• Instructs on skills for participation in activities and evaluates progress.

Skills

Organizational skills

Time management

Verbal communication

Written communication

Education

Master's degree in Speech-Language Pathology (ASHA‑approved)

Licensed and/or eligible for licensure in NJ

Certificate of Clinical Competency (CCC‑SLP)

Job description

Speech Therapist/ Speech Language Pathologist (SLP)

RATE: $48 PER HOUR

Per Diem Rate: $60 Per Hour

Schedule Options:

Full time, Part Time, and Per Diem Flexible

BENEFITS:

• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
• 401K
• Holiday Pay
• Paid Time Off
• Overtime Available
• Full Time
• $2,000 Sign on Bonus
• Same Day Pay!!
• Refer a Friend Bonus!
• Weekly Employee Appreciation Event "Thankful Thursday"!

About us:

King Manor is committed to providing compassionate, high-quality care in a supportive, team-focused environment. We believe great care starts with great people, which is why we invest in our employees through accessible leadership, recognition programs, and the resources they need to succeed.

If you're looking for a workplace where you'll be valued, supported, and able to make a meaningful difference every day, we'd love to have you on our team.

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:

1 Graduate of accredited Master's Level Speech Language curriculum certified by the American Speech/Language/ Hearing Association.

2 Licensed and/or eligible for licensure as required in the state.

3 Eligible for a Certificate of Clinical Competency from the American Speech/Language/Hearing Association.

JOB SKILLS:

1 Good organizational and time management skills.

2 Good verbal and written communication skills.

PERFORMS RELATED DUTIES:

1 Interacts with residents, families, visitors and employees.

2 Carries out other tasks as requested in situations where hands-on intervention/participation may be required.