Speech/language therapist (Nonpublic Schools in Paterson, NJ)

Serves eligible students enrolled at nonpublic schools in Paterson, NJ.  Provides intervention in areas of articulation, language, fluency, and voice as identified in a formal speech language evaluation. May provide screening and comprehensive evaluation if requested.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following.  Other duties may be assigned.

• Designs and implements intervention programs which remediate deficit speech/language skills of identified students.
• Designs and implements the student’s individual service plan to address the student’s need.
• Offers consultation and collaboration with school staff and parents in support of student’s speech language goals.
• Administers appropriate screening and/or diagnostic tests to determine child’s speech/language competency, if requested.
• Interprets diagnostic tests, identifies strengths and weaknesses in areas of speech/language skills and generates reports.
• Is knowledgeable concerning all policies and procedures as established for these services by the Company's Program Manual and the funding source.
• Completes required paperwork in an accurate and timely manner.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE:. 

Master’s degree and NJDOE certification as a speech/language specialist required by contract. Experience in a school setting preferred.