West Windsor Township, NJ

Speech and Language Specialist-Sign-On Bonus $500

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Company Overview

Headquartered in Princeton, NJ, Eden is a community-services provider and not-for-profit organization, serving children and adults with autism for over 40 years. Founded in 1975, Eden began as a small, family-oriented school for individuals with autism and today offers classes from pre-K through age 21. In addition, Eden provides services for adults with autism including residential and employment programs, as well as providing clinical and training support for families and professionals.

INTRODUCTION

We have an exciting career opportunity for a Speech and Language Specialist who will provide speech and language services to adults with autism within the Adult Day and Residential Programs to include: assessment, diagnosis, goal selection, training and intervention . This position will provide support for the adult participants in order to expand and enhance their overall receptive, expressive and pragmatic language skills. The highly talented individual must demonstrate a passionate commitment to Eden’s mission and the desire to deliver in a high-value and mission-driven organization. Locations for the position are Hamilton, Plainsboro, and West Windsor.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Adult Services

  • Participate in the development of Individualized Support Plans (ISPs) for the adult participants.
  • Provide services as outlined in each participant’s ISP; including individual and group speech and language services.
  • Maintain data relating to each participant’s performance on individual speech and language programs.
  • Model effective communication for the staff by using appropriate language during daily interactions and expanding the participant’s overall receptive, expressive and pragmatic language skills.
  • Ensure each participant’s augmentative communication devices/systems are individualized and updated.
  • Enhance communication skills through the participant’s primary mode including verbal language, sign language, pictures or an augmentative device.
  • Ensure each participant’s speech programs are implemented with the appropriate frequency as outlined in their Individualized Service Plans (ISP).
  • Monitor data collection and troubleshoot if necessary to ensure progress is made.
  • In conjunction with the Director of Speech and Language Services, create new speech and language programs.
  • Assist with training staff on how to most effectively integrate speech programs into each participant’s daily routine.
  • Implement Picture/Activity Schedules.
  • Complete/maintain Therap logs on a daily basis to document all speech sessions.

Communication & Meetings

  • Attend meetings with the Lead Speech Language Specialist and the Director of Speech and Language Services as scheduled.
  • Attend and participate in Adult Services staff meetings.
  • Maintain good working rapport with families, colleagues and community members.
  • Provide progress updates during ISP meetings with regard to each participant’s speech and language goals.
  • Work cooperatively with Direct Support Professionals, program supervisors and managers with respect to each participant’s speech and language goals.
  • Communicate speech programming to parents during ISPs.
  • Build collaborative relationship with all staff members.

Training

  • Attend mandatory in-service trainings provided throughout the year.
  • Assist with in-service trainings as required.
  • Maintain continuing education credits as outlined by the American Speech Language and Hearing Association to maintain the Certificate of Clinical Competence.
  • Maintain continuing education credits as outlined by the New Jersey Audiology and Speech Language Pathology Advisory Committee to maintain New Jersey licensure.

(The responsibilities listed are representative and not all inclusive; other duties may be assigned by supervisor/s.)


POSITION REQUIREMENTS:

Education: Master’s degree in Speech Language Pathology; Certificate of Clinical Competence in Speech Language Pathology (CCC-SLP); licensed by the State of New Jersey.

Experience: 2 years of experience working with individuals with speech and language disorders, preferably with autism.

Physical and Other Requirements

Ability to sit, stand, bend, squat, kneel, stretch, stoop, and/or reach above shoulder level for extended periods of time (up to 30 minutes) during the work day.

Vision requirements to include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

Ability to lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.

Ability to pass and maintain Professional Crisis Management (PCM) certification at a P2 level on an annual basis, including implementation of all strategies and techniques.

Ability to move or be moved freely and quickly to ensure the safety of students/participants at all times.

Valid drivers’ license with record in good standing (5 points or less).

Specialized Skills and Knowledge:

Competent in applied behavior analysis; familiar with behavior and teaching methodologies.

Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Strong interpersonal and customer service skills.

Strong organizational skills, with attention to detail to ensure accuracy.

Demonstrated ability to solve problems, exercise independent judgment, and make appropriate decisions based on established policies and procedures.

Ability to deal with confidential information.

Ability to work independently, as well as work as a member of a team.

Model high performance culture and attributes.

Ability to take direction and think through processes and procedures, and make recommendations for improvement as necessary to ensure a smooth operation.

Intermediate proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).

Skilled in the evaluation and remediation of speech and language disorders with preschool and school-aged children.

Ability to understand the needs of the individuals served and advocate on their behalf.

Support families and staff in order to enhance the lives of the individuals we serve.

Ability to travel on a daily basis including daytime, afternoon, evenings and weekends.

Employee Benefits

Eden offers a comprehensive salary and well-rounded benefits package including medical and dental, life insurance, disability insurance, retirement savings, paid time off, and more.

Background Check

The qualified candidate must successfully complete a background check, including criminal check and fingerprinting, mandatory drug testing, motor vehicle check, reference checks, and completion of a medical/ health physical and Mantoux test.

COVID-19 Statement, Testing, and Vaccine Mandate

We adhere to CDC guidelines. Employees are required to wear a mask as needed based on COVID cases, as well as completion of a health questionnaire and have their temperature taken daily. We require strict adherence to all sanitation guidelines including frequent handwashing and six (6) feet social distancing if feasible.

COVID-19 Testing: A COVID test is required prior to working in-person and/or hands-on training (if not fully vaccinated).

Vaccine Mandate: Governor Murphy’s Executive Order No. 283 requires employees who work in a covered setting provide proof of COVID-19 vaccination and booster doses. The "covered settings" listed in the Governor's Executive Order include all of Eden's residences and day programs. Therefore, documentation of vaccine status must be provided to Human Resources; if you are unvaccinated, you must obtain your first dose of the primary series of COVID-19 vaccine prior to your start/training date.

If you are already vaccinated, you must provide documented proof that you are up to date with your COVID-19 vaccination, including receiving a booster shot. That means that you must have both vaccines (Pfizer or Moderna) and your booster dose five (5) months later, or the single dose J&J vaccine and your booster dose two (2) months later.

This requirement is not intended to interfere with one’s rights under the Americans with Disabilities Act or Title VII of the Civil Rights Act.

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Eden is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Get hired before September 5, 2022 and receive a $500 bonus* after 90 days of employment!

Apply to find out more!

*based on eligibility requirements

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