Senior Speech and Language Specialist

Yoh Heathcare has a direct hire opportunity for a Senior Speech and Language Specialist to joint our client in New Brunswick, NJOverview As a Senior Speech and Language Specialist, you'll play a vital role in assessing and supporting students with diverse communication, feeding, and social needs. Working directly with children, adolescents, and young adults, you'll develop and implement tailored interventions that promote independence and social engagement. This position offers an enriching environment where your expertise can inspire growth and transform lives, all within a supportive academic community.Key ResponsibilitiesConduct comprehensive evaluations of students' speech, language, feeding, and social skills.Analyze diagnostic tests, observations, and input from families and educators to inform personalized treatment plans.Develop, implement, and adjust therapeutic interventions, providing both direct and indirect therapy in individual and small group settings.Monitor student progress meticulously, ensuring interventions are effective and aligned with their educational goals.Participate proactively in IEP meetings and parent conferences, fostering strong collaboration among families, teachers, and Child Study Teams.Train and consult with staff and families to ensure consistency and integration of goals across settings.Support behavioral programs and engage in physically active activities, including crisis management when necessary.Must-Have QualificationsMaster’s degree in Speech-Language Pathology or an equivalent field.Minimum of 2 years of relevant experience, especially with students with autism.Current New Jersey Speech-Language Specialist certification or eligibility.NJ Department of Education Speech Language Specialist Standard Certificate.Valid NJ State Licensure in Speech Pathology.Comfort working fully on-site in a busy, active educational environment.Nice-to-Have SkillsExperience with Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) and Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC).Strong school-based clinical background.ASHA Certificate of Clinical Competence (CCC) or Clinical Fellow (CF).What's In it for you?Medical, prescription drug, and dental coveragePaid vacation, holidays, and various leave programsCompetitive retirement benefits, including defined contribution plans and voluntary tax-deferred savings optionsEmployee and dependent educational benefits (when applicable)Life insurance coverageEmployee discount programsEstimated Min Rate: $71000.00Estimated Max Rate: $109000.00What’s In It for You?We welcome you to be a part of the largest and legendary global staffing companies to meet your career aspirations. Yoh’s network of client companies has been employing professionals like you for over 65 years in the U.S., UK and Canada. Join Yoh’s extensive talent community that will provide you with access to Yoh’s vast network of opportunities and gain access to this exclusive opportunity available to you. Benefit eligibility is in accordance with applicable laws and client requirements. Benefits include:Medical, Prescription, Dental & Vision Benefits (for employees working 20+ hours per week)Health Savings Account (HSA) (for employees working 20+ hours per week)Life & Disability Insurance (for employees working 20+ hours per week)MetLife Voluntary BenefitsEmployee Assistance Program (EAP)401K Retirement Savings PlanDirect Deposit & weekly epayrollReferral Bonus ProgramsCertification and training opportunitiesNote: Any pay ranges displayed are estimations. Actual pay is determined by an applicant's experience, technical expertise, and other qualifications as listed in the job description. All qualified applicants are welcome to apply.Yoh, a Day & Zimmermann company, is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.Visit to contact us if you are an individual with a disability and require accommodation in the application process.For California applicants, qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act. 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