Speech/Language Pathologist PD - CDC - PER DIEM BC Chestnut

Inspira Health•Vineland, NJ

About The Position

The Speech/Language Pathologist systematically evaluates the strengths, needs, preferences, and challenges of infants and children in collaboration with their families as part of a New Jersey Early Intervention Team. The role collaborates with families and other Individual Family Service Plan (IFSP) Team Members to develop an IFSP incorporating family priorities and concerns, clinical observation, and evaluation and assessment data to establish child and family outcomes. The pathologist implements evidence-based instructional practices in the child’s natural environment and provides education, resources, and coaching to clients, families, caregivers, and health care professionals to promote and maintain health and well-being.

Requirements

Master’s degree in Speech Language Pathology.
One year of documented professional experience with individuals from birth to 5 years of age who have developmental delays and disabilities.
New Jersey State Licensed Speech-Language Pathologist through the Department of Law and Public Safety, Division of Consumer Affairs, Audiology and Speech-Language Pathology Advisory Committee; temporary licensure is included.
ASHA Certificate of Clinical Competence or Clinical Fellowship status.
Knowledge of family-centered practices.
Knowledge of typical and atypical child growth and development.
Functional computer skills.

Responsibilities

Evaluate infants’ and children’s strengths, needs, preferences, and challenges in collaboration with families as part of a New Jersey Early Intervention Team.
Collaborate with families and other IFSP Team Members to develop an Individualized Family Service Plan incorporating family priorities and concerns, clinical observation, and evaluation and assessment data.
Develop child and family outcomes through the IFSP process.
Implement evidence-based instructional practices in the child’s natural environment.
Provide education, resources, and coaching to clients, families, caregivers, and health care professionals to promote and maintain health and well-being.