Speech Therapist- PACE

I just love working there and thats a good place to work. It feels good every day to know that what you do at your job, will help and make a difference in somebodys life. Especially elderly people that feel lonely, sick and abandoned by friends and family. We are there for them.

I love to work at Lutheran and I love my Participants. Because of the pandemic we cant see each other everyday-but I call them; and I can feel their happiness when they hear my voice. They know I care.

We all do at Lutheran Senior Life At Jersey City. Those are real statements from real employees at Lutheran Senior LIFE. We hope you feel the same way once you experience what it is like to work here.....

We are seeking a per diem, as needed, Speech Therapist at Lutheran Senior LIFE! This position will work approximately 8 hours per week.

Lutheran Senior LIFE is a P.A.C.E. program - Providing all-inclusive care for the elderly - in Hudson county.

The Speech Therapist is responsible for diagnosing and treating individuals with speech, language, voice and fluency impairments.

Education/Training/Certifications:

• Graduate of an accredited therapy program
• Current Speech Therapist state license

Skill(s):

• Excellent verbal and written communication
• Service orientation
• Critical thinking
• Monitoring
• Instructing
• Active listening

Experience:

• Minimum 3 years related experience; or equivalent combination of education and experience

Medical Clearance:

• Employees must have medical clearance for communicable diseases and up-to-date immunizations before having direct participant contact.

LSMNJ is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

This position pays $55/hour.