Speech Therapist, EI

The Arc's Early Intervention Program, funded by the NJ Department of Health, is open to any child from birth to age 3, who has a developmental delay or disability, or who is at risk for developing a delay or disability. Following a comprehensive evaluation of a child's needs, the Early Intervention Team develops a coordinated approach to the provision of developmental intervention services, which includes physical, occupational and/or speech therapy, behavior intervention, and social work services.

All services are provided within the child's natural environment. Speech Therapist duties with the agency involve meeting and discussing treatment plans with patients and initiating therapeutic methods for improving patients' ability to perform basic functions that are necessary for an everyday routine. Speech therapists may also work with occupation and or physical therapists to approach patient care with a combined therapy plan to improve patient results.

This position provides services to children ages 0-3 with developmental needs and their families in-home and/or community settings throughout Union County. This role requires a compassionate professional who is dedicated to making a significant impact on a child's ability to learn new skills and help overcome challenges to increase success in school and life. This role requires a patient skilled professional who encourages and inspires our clients to work toward greater independence while meeting their developmental milestones.

Early Intervention is a family-training model. Work collaboratively with the Early Intervention Program Therapeutic team;
Complete evaluations and all necessary documentation;
Recommend specialized equipment to support communication;
Provide speech therapy as outlined in IFSP.

The Early Intervention team at the Arc of Union County comprises of early childhood specialists who collaborate with parents and other family members to maximize the growth and development of children by supporting the advancement of motor, communication, and social skills.

This position provides a unique approach to best support our clients and families' individual needs. As a Speech Therapist, this staff along with our collective Early Intervention team takes a person-centered approach and focuses on the child's strengths and individual differences, while developing an intervention plan that addresses his or her unique profile. The incumbent will be responsible for providing home and community based early intervention services to infants and toddlers who have or are at risk for developmental delays and their families.

The incumbent will partner with parents/caregivers to ensure service delivery is individualized, meaningful for the family, and grounded in evidence-based practice.

The Speech/Language Pathologist performs speech language therapy in accordance with the standards, methods and practices approved the New Jersey State Division of Consumer Affairs, the policies and procedures of NJ Department of Health Early Intervention System, and other current standards of early intervention practice. This role provides relationship-based sessions coaching for families to enhance the relationship between the family and child to enable them to progress towards reaching outcomes.

This position is to both educate and coach families on effective strategies to help their child reach developmental milestones and improve daily routines. Assist the family in understanding the special needs and development of their child. Perform Family Training with the family, caregiver and child in their home or daycare setting. Provide professional and responsible Service Coordination to meet the needs of the child and the family.

This job assignment requires the practitioner to make home visits to train parents and caregivers in helping to improve developmental skills; use specific interventions based on the child's (birth to three) individual needs; acts as a role model for parents in the natural home environment; function as a liaison between professional licensed staff and parents. Make verbal and written recommendations to parents and caregivers for the purpose of assisting infants/toddlers towards successful implementation and management of in-home and community-based training.

Master's degree in Speech Therapy from an accredited University. Speech-Language Pathology License, State of New Jersey Department of Law and Public Safety, Division of Consumer Affairs, Audiology and Speech-Language Pathology Advisory Committee pursuant to N.J.S.A. and N.J.A.C. One year documented professional experience with individuals from birth to three years of age who have developmental delays and disabilities. Valid New Jersey Driver's License with the ability to become and remain covered under the agency's insurance policy.

Must be able to problem solve and be flexible to respond to environmental changes to best support our individuals. Must be able to handle multiple…