Make a Meaningful Difference Through Communication
At New Concepts for Living (NCFL), we believe communication is a powerful part of independence, connection, and quality of life. Our team supports adults with developmental disabilities in a nurturing environment where individuals are encouraged to grow, participate, and reach their personal goals.
We’re looking for a compassionate and skilled Speech-Language Pathologist who is ready to bring clinical expertise and creativity to a role where their work can directly improve the lives of the people we support.
Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP)
As a Speech-Language Pathologist at NCFL, you’ll:
- Evaluate and treat adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities (I/DD), as well as individuals with physical, cognitive, and psychological needs
- Provide treatment for dysphagia, cognitive impairments, speech and language deficits, voice disorders, and other developmental and intellectual disabilities
- Administer and interpret standardized assessments
- Develop individualized treatment plans aligned with each person’s ISP
- Communicate with Support Coordinators to promote implementation of recommendations in home and community settings
- Educate DSPs and other staff on strategies and recommendations to be implemented outside of therapy sessions
- Collaborate with healthcare providers and other professionals to promote effective, coordinated care
- Participate in multidisciplinary team meetings and other care-planning meetings as needed
- Maintain accurate documentation of evaluations, progress, and treatment plans in accordance with legal, ethical, and agency requirements
- Follow NJ DDD guidelines for habilitative and rehabilitative therapy services
- Follow clinical direction and guidance from the Clinical Director
- Maintain knowledge of applicable clinical, licensing, and regulatory requirements
- Utilize ClinicSource and other technology to support documentation and clinical services
What You’ll Bring:
- Master’s degree in Speech-Language Pathology from an accredited institution
- Valid New Jersey state license in Speech-Language Pathology
- ASHA Certificate of Clinical Competence (CCC-SLP) required
- Minimum of 2 years of clinical experience as a Speech-Language Pathologist
- Experience working with individuals with developmental disabilities preferred
- Strong understanding of the unique needs and challenges of adults with developmental disabilities
- Excellent communication, interpersonal, organizational, and clinical skills
- Ability to develop and implement effective treatment plans and clinical strategies
- Strong collaboration skills and ability to work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team
- Experience with ClinicSource preferred
- Ability to work a 45-hour-per-week schedule
Why You’ll Love Working Here:
- 403(b) retirement plan
- Health, dental, and vision insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Employee referral program
- Supportive, collaborative team environment
- Professional growth and development opportunities
Give Every Voice an Opportunity to Be Heard
At NCFL, your expertise can do more than provide therapy, it can help someone communicate their needs, participate more fully in their community, and experience greater independence.
If you’re ready to make your clinical skills count in a meaningful way, join the NCFL team and help the people we support find their voice and reach their potential.
