Speech-Language Therapist (SLT / SLP) — NJ DDD

Beyond Home Health Care; Elizabeth (NJ); On-site; USD 99,000 - 107,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

$72 – $78 per hour

Flexible scheduling

Caseload matched to county/region

Mileage considerations between visits

Direct deposit and weekly pay

Supportive clinical leadership

Job summary

Beyond Home Health Care is seeking a licensed Speech-Language Pathologist to provide individualized in-home and community-based speech, language, and swallowing services to adults with developmental disabilities in New Jersey.

Responsibilities include evaluations, treatment planning, one-on-one therapy in homes, collaboration with families and coordinators, and caregiver training, all under NJ DDD guidelines and HIPAA standards.

Qualifications

• Current New Jersey license as a Speech-Language Pathologist.
• ASHA CCC-SLP certification required; CFs considered with supervision.
• Master's degree in Speech-Language Pathology from an accredited program.
• Minimum of one year of clinical experience preferred; CFs considered.
• CPR/BLS certification is required.
• Clean criminal background check and fingerprinting per NJ DDD requirements.
• Reliable transportation, valid NJ driver's license, and current auto insurance.
• Ability to pass DDD background checks including CRoff.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive evaluations and develop individualized treatment plans aligned with ISP and person-centered goals.
• Deliver one-on-one therapy services in the participant's home and community settings.
• Document services in compliance with DDD standards, including session and progress notes.
• Collaborate with Support Coordinators, families, caregivers and the interdisciplinary team.
• Provide caregiver training and home programs to reinforce goals between visits.
• Adhere to DDD policies and HIPAA confidentiality standards.
• Maintain accurate billing records consistent with DDD rates and authorizations.
• Complete required DDD trainings (Pre-Service, Danielle's/Stephen's Laws, etc.).

Skills

NJ SLP license

ASHA CCC-SLP

CPR/BLS certification

Reliable transportation

In-home service delivery

Education

Master's degree in Speech-Language Pathology

Job description

Beyond Home Health Care | NJ DDD-Approved Provider

Per Diem / Contract | Statewide New Jersey | Flexible Schedule

Compensation: $72 – $78 per hour

About Beyond Home Health Care

Beyond Home Health Care is an approved provider with the New Jersey Division of Developmental Disabilities (DDD), delivering in-home therapeutic services to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (I/DD) across New Jersey. We support participants enrolled in the Supports Program and Community Care Program (CCP) by providing individualized care that promotes independence, community participation, and quality of life.

Position Overview

We are seeking a licensed Speech-Language Pathologist to provide individualized, in-home and community-based speech, language, communication, and swallowing services to adults with developmental disabilities. The SLP will evaluate and treat expressive/receptive language, articulation, social communication, AAC needs, and dysphagia, in accordance with NJ DDD guidelines and person-centered planning.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive evaluations and develop individualized treatment plans aligned with each participant's Individualized Service Plan (ISP) and person-centered goals.




• Deliver one-on-one therapy services in the participant's home and community settings.




• Document services in compliance with DDD documentation standards, including session notes, progress notes, and outcome measures, submitted within required timeframes.




• Collaborate with Support Coordinators, families, caregivers, and the interdisciplinary team to ensure continuity of care.




• Provide caregiver training and home programs to reinforce therapeutic goals between sessions.




• Adhere to all DDD policies, including the DDD Provider Policies & Procedures Manual, reportable incident requirements (Danielle's Law, Stephen Komninos' Law), and HIPAA confidentiality standards.




• Maintain accurate billing records consistent with DDD Fee-for-Service rates and authorizations.




• Complete required DDD-mandated trainings (Pre-Service, Preventing Abuse/Neglect/Exploitation, Danielle's Law, Stephen Komninos' Law, etc.).

Required Qualifications

• Current New Jersey license as a Speech-Language Pathologist issued by the NJ Audiology and Speech-Language Pathology Advisory Committee.




• ASHA Certificate of Clinical Competence (CCC-SLP) required; CFs considered with appropriate supervision.




• Master's degree in Speech-Language Pathology from an accredited program.




• Minimum of one (1) year of clinical experience preferred; CFs and new graduates considered.




• Current CPR/BLS certification.




• Clean criminal background check and fingerprinting per NJ DDD requirements.




• Reliable transportation, valid NJ driver's license, and current auto insurance.




• Ability to pass DDD-required background checks including the Central Registry of Offenders Against Individuals with Developmental Disabilities (CRoff).

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working with individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities, autism spectrum disorder, or complex medical needs.




• Familiarity with NJ DDD Supports Program and Community Care Program service definitions.




• Bilingual (Spanish, Haitian Creole, or other languages a plus).

What We Offer

• $72 – $78 per hour — competitive hourly compensation.




• Flexible self-directed scheduling — build your own caseload.




• Caseload matched to your preferred county/region.




• Supportive clinical leadership and administrative support.




• Direct deposit and prompt weekly pay.




• Mileage considerations between visits.