Speech Language Pathologist - SIGNING BONUS!

## Description

***\*$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 the team in our Adult Services (21+) programs.

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.

We are currently seeking Full-Time, Part-Time & Maternity Leave coverage!

**MUST HAVES**

• Master’s degree in Speech Language Pathology
• Minimum of 1 year of experience working with individuals with speech and language disorders, preferably with autism.
• Licensed by the state of New Jersey
• Certificate of Clinical Competence in Speech Language Pathology (CCC-SLP)

• Annual salaries starting at $70,000+, commensurate with education and experience!
• ***What you’ll love about Eden***

• **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

**RESPONSIBILITY SNAPSHOT**

• 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 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 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 ISP goals and objectives.

**Additional Requirements:**

• Valid driver's license.
• Ability to lift and/or move up to 50lbs.
• Ability to sit, stand, bend, squat, kneel, stretch, stoop, and/or reach above shoulder level for extended periods of time.
• Ability to 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.*