Speech Therapist - Northern New Jersey

Pillar Care Continuum; East Hanover (NJ); On-site; USD 110,000 - 124,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible schedule

401(k) after 500 hours

No need for independent liability ins.

Job summary

Pillar Care Continuum is seeking a Speech-Language Pathologist for the Early Intervention Program in Northern New Jersey. The role provides services to infants and toddlers birth to three, conducting evaluations and delivering therapy in homes, childcare settings, or community environments.

The SLP will collaborate with families and a multidisciplinary team to develop IFSPs, implement evidence-based practices, monitor progress, and educate caregivers to promote communication in natural

Qualifications

• Licensure as a Speech-Language Pathologist or eligibility to obtain licensure.
• Master’s degree in Speech-Language Pathology from an accredited program.
• CCC-SLP certification preferred; Clinical Fellows considered.
• Experience with young children and families, preferably in early intervention.
• Knowledge of developmental milestones and family-centered care principles.
• Strong assessment, diagnostic, and intervention skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive evaluations of speech and language skills.
• Develop individualized IFSPs in collaboration with families and the multidisciplinary team.
• Provide direct therapy services to children in homes, childcare settings, or community environments.
• Implement evidence-based practices to address communication and language challenges.
• Monitor and document progress toward IFSP goals, adjusting strategies as needed.
• Educate and train families and caregivers to promote skill development in natural environments.
• Provide resources and strategies to incorporate communication into daily routines.
• Collaborate with other professionals to deliver holistic care.
• Maintain accurate records of assessments, treatment plans, and progress notes.
• Ensure compliance with state and federal early intervention regulations.

Skills

Licensure/State licensure

CCC-SLP preferred

Experience with young children

Family-centered care

Communication skills

Independent and team work

Education

Master’s degree in Speech-Language Pathology

Job description

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Speech Therapist - Northern New Jersey

Early Intervention Part Time Early Intervention, East Hanover, NJ, US

Salary Range: $80.00 To $90.00 Hourly

Position Title: Speech Therapist

Program: Early Intervention Program

Location: Northern New Jersey

Status: Hourly (Choose your own hours)

ABOUT PILLAR CARE CONTINUUM

Pillar Care Continuum is dedicated to enhancing the lives of people with disabilities and other special needs by supporting personal growth, independence and participation in the community. Founded in 1953 to meet the needs of children with cerebral palsy and their families, Pillar Care has steadily grown and now delivers life-affirming services to infants, children, adults and their families throughout northern New Jersey through 27 program locations. Pillar Care provides specialized programs to meet a wide range of educational, therapeutic, and social needs of people with various disabilities. The agency serves over 1,650 families each year and employs 700 full- and part-time employees.

Job Summary:

The Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP) in the Early Intervention Program will provide specialized services to children from birth to three years old with developmental delays or communication challenges. The SLP will assess, and treat speech, language, cognitive communication. They will work collaboratively with families, caregivers, and a multidisciplinary team to support each child's developmental needs.

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct comprehensive evaluations of speech and language skills.
• Develop individualized treatment plans (IFSPs) in collaboration with families and the multidisciplinary team.
• Provide direct therapy services to children in homes, childcare settings, or community environments.
• Implement evidence-based practices to address communication and language challenges.
• Monitor and document progress toward IFSP goals, adjusting strategies as needed.
• Educate and train families and caregivers to promote skill development in natural environments.
• Provide resources and strategies to help integrate communication activities into daily routines.
• Partner with other professionals (e.g., occupational therapists, physical therapists, developmental specialists) to deliver holistic care.
• Participate in team meetings and provide input for case discussions and planning.
• Maintain accurate and timely records of assessments, treatment plans, and progress notes.
• Ensure compliance with state and federal regulations for early intervention services.
• Stay informed on current research and advancements in speech-language pathology and early intervention.
• Participate in continuing education opportunities to maintain licensure and certification.

Qualifications:

• Licensure: State licensure as a Speech-Language Pathologist or eligibility to obtain licensure.
• Education: Master’s degree in Speech-Language Pathology from an accredited program.
• Certification: Certificate of Clinical Competence (CCC-SLP) from the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA) preferred; Clinical Fellows will be considered.
• Experience working with young children and families, preferably in early intervention settings.
• Knowledge of developmental milestones and family-centered care principles.
• Strong assessment, diagnostic, and intervention skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team.
• Preferred Qualifications:
• Bilingual (depending on community needs).
• Experience with augmentative and alternative communication (AAC) systems.
• Training in feeding and swallowing disorders.
• Ability to travel to various service locations within the community.
• Capacity to perform duties that may require bending, kneeling, or sitting on the floor during therapy sessions.

Pillar Care takes into consideration a combination of candidate’s work experience and qualification as well as the scope of the role, complexity and external market and internal market value when determining salary level.

No need for independent liability insurance (saving approximately $200-$300 per year)

Taxes are deducted directly from your paycheck - no need to file independently or hire a tax professional

Flexible work schedule and location

Eligible for 401(k) benefits after 500 hours worked

This job description is a brief listing of the functions and requirements of the position named above. It is not intended to serve as a contract for employment nor to list in specific detail every aspect of the job nor to limit the performance of those duties. Other tasks may be assigned as deemed necessary by agency administration.

Every Pillar Care employee is responsible for the implementation of the Exposure Control Plan (ECP). As specified in our exposure control plan this position is classified as: Category 2

Category 2

Employees who perform tasks that involve no exposure to blood or body fluids but may perform unplanned procedures usually performed by Category I employees.