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Early Intervention Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) - Per Diem - Hamilton, NJ

RWJBarnabas Health, Trenton, New Jersey, us, 08628

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Early Intervention Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) - Per Diem - Hamilton, NJ Location: 3575 Quakerbridge Rd., Hamilton, NJ 08619

Req #:

0000203097

Category:

Speech Therapy

Status:

Per Diem

Shift:

Day

Facility:

Children\'s Specialized Hospital

Department:

Early Intervention Grant

Pay Range:

$72.00 - $85.00 per hour

Job Title:

Speech Pathologist

Location:

Children\'s Specialized Hosp

Overview

Along with other core team members, the Early Intervention Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) screens, evaluates, and provides ongoing assessment. Aides in the development of an Individualized Family Service Plan (IFSP) for each child and provides direct services to children eligible for early intervention services with delays in physical, cognitive, communication, social, and adaptive development. The SLP, along with other team members, instructs parents and caregivers by modeling appropriate strategies to incorporate into the routines of the family. To problem solve, discuss progress and challenges of each child and prepare a transition/discharge plan.

Responsibilities

Complete developmental evaluations in the child\'s natural environment to identify strengths and needs

Communicate effectively with families and team members in oral and written formats

Support and enhance the family\'s ability to interact with their child during daily routines

Provide strategies with measurable and functional outcomes as part of the IFSP

Collaborate with family, service coordination, and other team members to determine ongoing services based on family concerns, outcomes, and routines

Use the NJ Birth to Three Early Learning Standards as a framework for developmentally appropriate expectations

Apply discipline-specific tools and checklists to assess needs and distinguish licensed SLP-led strategies from those addressable by other qualified team members

Adapt activities to meet family outcomes and incorporate varied intervention models, including evidence-based strategies

Evaluate effectiveness of methods while meeting family outcomes

Maintain confidentiality and adhere to the NJEIS Code of Conduct

Complete session notes and record data for billing; submit required paperwork timely

Seek supervision/consultation as needed and contribute to annual performance reviews and improvement plans

Assist in training others in EI philosophy and evidence-based intervention models

Communicate job-specific concerns and participate in developing solutions

Attend in-service trainings, staff meetings, and conference calls

Travel in personal vehicle to the families\' natural environments

Qualifications

Master\'s degree in Speech Language Pathology

New Jersey Licensed Speech Language Pathologist

Maintain valid NJ driver’s license and required insurance

At least 2 years’ experience working with young children with disabilities

Targeted Evaluation (TET) team members require 2 years pediatric experience with children ages 0-5

Strong background in normal child development

Knowledge of educational and therapeutic value of early intervention for developmental delays

Knowledge of basic principles of behavior management

Ability to integrate early childhood educational and intervention techniques into family routines

Certifications and Licenses Required

NJ Licensed Speech Language Pathologist

NJ Driver’s License

Scheduling

Per Diem

Essential Functions

Complete developmental evaluations in the child\'s natural environment

Communicate effectively with families and team members

Support family interactions and routine activities

Provide strategies with measurable outcomes for the IFSP

Collaborate with family and team to determine services

Apply NJ Birth to Three standards and ensure developmentally appropriate expectations

Use appropriate tools to assess needs and distinguish SLP-only strategies

Adapt interventions to meet family outcomes and various models

Evaluate effectiveness while meeting family outcomes

Maintain confidentiality and document sessions for billing

Seek supervision and contribute to performance reviews

Train others in EI philosophy and evidence-based models

Communicate concerns and participate in problem-solving

Attend trainings and meetings; participate in conferences

Travel to families\' environments

Benefits and Perks

RWJBarnabas Health offers a market-competitive Total Rewards package supporting physical, emotional, social, and financial health. Benefits include retirement plans and partner discounts (e.g., NJ Devils, NJPAC, Verizon, and more).

EEO and Equal Opportunity

RWJBarnabas Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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