Speech-Language Pathologist

*$3,000 signing bonus to new hires, to be paid out during the first year of employment!*

* Looking to join an awesome team in a rewarding environment? Eden Autism is currently seeking full-time Speech-Language Specialists to join our teams at The Eden School and our Adult Services (21+) programs. Whether you enjoy working with adults or school-age clients, Eden is the place for you!*

Our Speech department is dedicated to expanding and enhancing each individual’s overall receptive, expressive and pragmatic language skills. Working alongside an enthusiastic team of support staff, our Speech-Language Specialists assist with assessment, goal selection, training, and intervention.

• Benefits: Eden offers a well-rounded benefits package including medical and dental, life insurance, retirement savings, paid time off, and more.
• Growth: In addition to tuition assistance, we have many opportunities for team building and professional development.
• Core Values: Believe More + Do What it Takes + Work Together + Show Compassion + Be True

Annual salaries starting at $70,000+, commensurate with education and experience!

• Evaluate speech and language needs to enhance communication skills through each individual’s primary mode including verbal language, sign language, pictures or an augmentative device.
• Participate in the development of IEPs and ISPs. Define and implement program objectives for each individual through development of short- and long-term goals. Evaluate progress using data collection, standardized and informal assessments.
• Manage maladaptive behaviors including tantrums, self-injury, and aggression. Implement behavior support and education programs as defined in each individual’s IEP/ISP. Work with Behavior Analysts and support staff to develop appropriate alternate teaching programs for students.
• Assist with training staff on how to most effectively integrate speech programs into each individual’s daily routine.
• Maintain weekly communication with parents concerning progress and recommendations for home maintenance. Quarterly progress reports;
  Develop and maintain IEP/ISP goals and objectives.

• Master’s degree in Speech-Language Pathology
• Minimum of 1 year of experience working with individuals with speech and language disorders, preferably with autism.
• Valid, unsuspended driver’s license

• NJ DOE Speech Language Specialist Certification preferred
• Applicants may complete Clinical Fellowship Year (CFY) during employment.

• Licensed by the state of New Jersey
• Certificate of Clinical Competence in Speech-Language Pathology (CCC-SLP)

• Lift and/or move up to 50lbs.
• Sit, stand, bend, squat, kneel, stretch, stoop, and/or reach above shoulder level for extended periods of time.
• Pass and maintain Professional Crisis Management (PCM) certification, including implementation of all strategies and techniques.

Note:

$3,000 signing bonus to be paid in 4 installments during a new hire’s first year of employment. Installments as follows: $500 upon completion of 2-week training; $500 upon completion of 90-day introductory period; $750 upon completion of 6 months of employment; $1250 upon completion of 1 year of employment.