Speech Therapist

Visiting Nurse Association Health Group; New Jersey; On-site; USD 84,000 - 112,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

403B and 401a retirement plans

Professional development and tuition/‑

Employee referral rewards

Public Service Loan ForgivenessPartner

Job summary

VNA Health Group is seeking a compassionate Speech Therapist to provide in-home speech and language therapy across Mercer County. You will evaluate patients, design individualized plans with physicians, and deliver treatments in patients’ homes and community settings.

Join a nonprofit focused on quality care, professional development, and competitive benefits. Travel across the service area with a focus on improving communication outcomes and patient quality of life.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Speech-Language Pathology.
• Current NJ license and CCC-SLP certification.
• 2–3 years of clinical experience; community-based experience preferred.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills.
• Strong computer proficiency.
• Valid NJ driver’s license and reliable transportation.

Responsibilities

• Assess and evaluate patients for speech and language therapy needs.
• Develop and implement appropriate care plans in collaboration with physicians.
• Provide in-home speech therapy services to support recovery and communication outcomes.
• Document patient progress and update care plans as necessary.
• Identify patient and family education needs and implement effective teaching strategies.
• Ensure high-quality, safe, and appropriate care delivery in accordance with agency protocols.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Computer proficiency

Education

Master’s degree in Speech-Language Pathology

Current NJ license and CCC-SLP certification

Job description

A future that includes you.

With over 113 years of excellence in home and community-based healthcare, VNA Health Group is a trusted non‑profit organization committed to moving healthcare forward. Join a workplace that values innovation, integrity, and compassion, and where your contributions truly matter. VNA Health Group is seeking a compassionate and skilled

The VNA Health Group

A proud past. A compelling future.

A future that includes you.

With over 113 years of excellence in home and community-based healthcare, VNA Health Group is a trusted non‑profit organization committed to moving healthcare forward. Join a workplace that values innovation, integrity, and compassion, and where your contributions truly matter. VNA Health Group is seeking a compassionate and skilled Speech Therapist in Mercer County to provide speech and language therapy evaluations and treatments for patients in their homes or alternate community settings throughout Mercer County. In this role, you will work collaboratively with physicians and other care team members to develop and implement individualized treatment plans that improve patient outcomes and quality of life.

Position Highlights:

• Supportive and collaborative work environment
• Focused, community-based territory in Hudson County
• Access to professional development, continuing education, and tuition reimbursement
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• 403B and 401a retirement plans
• Recognition programs and employee referral rewards
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness Partner

What You Will Do:

• Assess and evaluate patients for speech and language therapy needs
• Develop and implement appropriate care plans in collaboration with physicians
• Provide in‑home speech therapy services to support recovery and communication outcomes
• Document patient progress and update care plans as necessary
• Identify patient and family education needs and implement effective teaching strategies
• Ensure high‑quality, safe, and appropriate care delivery in accordance with agency protocols

What You Will Need:

• Master’s degree in Speech‑Language Pathology
• Current NJ license and CCC‑SLP certification
• 2-3 years of clinical experience; community‑based experience preferred
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills
• Strong computer proficiency
• Valid NJ driver’s license and reliable transportation

Working Conditions/Physical Demand:

• Home/community‑based role with regular driving required
• Tasks include lifting, sitting, walking, documentation via tablet, and use of phone
• Indoor and outdoor patient visits based on care needs

In compliance with New Jersey's Pay Transparency Act, the compensation range for this position is USD $84,000 to USD $112,000 When determining an offer, VNA Health Group considers factors such as the scope and responsibilities of the role, the candidate's work experience, education/training, relevant skills, internal pay equity, and market and organizational conditions. For more details about our benefits, please visit our Careers page.

EEOC

VNA Health Group provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.