Per Diem - Speech Therapist

Overview Bancroft is a leading service-provider for children and adults with autism, other intellectual or developmental disabilities or those in need of neurological rehabilitation. We provide a full continuum of highly effective services — for people of all ages and every level of abilities — based on best practices and scientifically proven techniques . Our services include special education, vocational training, supported employment, structured day programs, group home and apartment programs both on-campus and in the community, short-term behavioral stabilization services for children, and in-home and outpatient rehabilitation services. As a nonprofit organization, we are solely committed to supporting people with special needs and their families, to help make it One World. For Everyone. Bancroft is currently seeking a PRN Speech Therapist to join our NeuroRehab team in Plainsboro, NJ . In this role, you will provide speech and language therapy services to adults with traumatic brain injuries participating in our Adult Day Program. This is an excellent opportunity to make a meaningful impact by helping individuals improve their communication, cognitive‑linguistic, and swallowing abilities while supporting their rehabilitation and independence. PRN Rate for the SpeechTherapist: USD $58.00/hr Day Program - Weekday - Day Hours Location: Plainsboro, NJ Responsibilities Provides direct, consultative, and supportive diagnostic and therapeutic services for communication and oral motor disorders to individuals and staff members to enhance individual potential for learning and to meet the specific rehabilitation needs of persons served. Conducts diagnostic assessments of the need for communication and oral motor skills for individuals. Provides direct and consultative treatment services in communication and oral motor therapy. Facilitates a team approach to program development, implementation, and monitoring by effectively collaborating with all specialty/clinical disciplines, parents/guardians, and residential and day program staff to identify and best meet the individual rehabilitation needs.. Actively participates in monthly team/departmental meetings, etc., and serves as a member of the Trans-Disciplinary Team (TDT) process in conjunction with the Individual Program Plan (IPP). May work with speech therapy students throughout course of assignment in the assessment and treatment of persons served. Provides daily advice and guidance to students and strives to increase students’ knowledge of discipline‑specific methods and techniques. Qualifications Masters degree in Speech Language Pathology to include a National Certificate of Clinical Competency (CCC) from the American Speech, Language, and Hearing Association (ASHA) required. Minimum of one year of work experience in communication and oral motor therapy preferred, working with neurologically‑impaired individuals. EEO Statement Bancroft stands strong against racism and hate of all kinds and supports actions leading to respect, equality, fairness and peace.We advocate for and embrace an inclusive and just world. One world. For everyone. We work with heart, respect and collaboration. We are communicators, listeners, problem solvers, partners and collaborators.Bring your authentic self to our team. Bancroft is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and supports diversity, equity and inclusion in itshiring and employment practices,so that every team member can feel a true sense of belonging, and maximize their unique potential. To this end, all applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color,religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, marital status, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.

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