Speech Therapist; Speech-Language PathologistSLP

Speech Therapist (Speech-Language Pathologist SLP)

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Location: Woodbury, New Jersey

Contract Term: March 1, 2026 – February 28, 2027 (1 Year)

Work Arrangement: Onsite – Regular Resident Care Sessions & Required Meetings

Speech Therapist (SLP) to provide communication and swallowing disorder interventions to residents at Shady Lane Nursing Home
. The SLP will perform diagnostic evaluations, develop individualized therapy plans, and work closely with interdisciplinary teams to ensure compliance and optimal resident outcomes.

• Perform speech, language, cognitive, and swallowing assessments upon admission, quarterly, and as needed.
• Develop and implement individualized treatment plans to improve communication and swallowing safety.
• Participate in resident care conferences and collaborate with nursing and dietary staff for safe feeding protocols.
• Document therapy activities and progress through the Sigma Care System.
• Attend fall meetings, quarterly rehab team meetings, and participate in interdisciplinary care planning.
• Provide education and in-services to staff on communication strategies and swallowing precautions.

• Maintain and update resident therapy documentation per state and federal regulations.
• Notify the Administrator/Director of Nursing of any staffing or service changes impacting care.
• Adhere to all NJ and federal regulations governing speech therapy practice in long-term care.

• Licensed Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP) in the State of New Jersey (Required)
• Active Malpractice Insurance (Required)
• Experience in long-term care or skilled nursing settings
• Familiarity with Sigma Care or equivalent documentation systems
• Strong knowledge of swallowing safety and communication disorder treatment