Careers
The Center, established in 2003, is a national leader and advocate for community based aphasia programs, and now offers day programming in Maywood, West Orange and Toms River, as well as less intensive Aphasia Communication Groups in 9 counties throughout New Jersey.
Start Date: January 27, 2025
Type of Position: Part-time, 18 hours/week, Monday-Friday
Location: Maywood, NJ
Immediate Supervisor: Social Services & Outreach Manager
Statement of Purpose: Assist with outreach to increase services to members and caregivers by increasing attendance in our programs. Assist with increasing the well-being of members and caregivers.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Education: Minimum of a four-year college degree or equivalent practical experience.
Experience: Minimum of 1 year experience in outreach, marketing, or social services.
Personal: Demonstrate sensitivity, initiative, sound judgment, dependability, strong interpersonal skills, and the ability to communicate orally and in writing. Ability to be flexible with schedule. Strong organizational and time management skills. Proficiency in Microsoft Office and ability to learn additional platforms. Willingness to learn aphasia-friendly communication.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
- In collaboration with supervisor, develop and implement outreach plan.
- Attend health fairs/networking meetings in areas served on behalf of Adler Aphasia Center.
- Identify and build relationships with community and healthcare organizations.
- Respond to inquiries and provide information about programs to the public.
- Follow up with community stakeholders as needed.
- Conduct cold calls to potential community partners to introduce our programs and gather information.
- Distribute AAC marketing materials at medical offices, rehabilitation centers, etc. in areas served.
- Help to gather community resource information in an accessible format and keep updated.
- Research community calendars and websites to post information about AAC programs.
- Maintain organization of AAC marketing materials and gather materials for outreach events.
- Support social service efforts by making phone calls on behalf of members and connecting members/caregivers to resources, as needed.
- Help to coordinate events for caregivers and members.
- Help to gather data for grant reports as requested by development staff including budgeting for grants and programs.
Must work well with others and understand their position as part of a team of professionals working with each member and caregiver.
Must be open to flexible schedule. This position is 18 hours per week, however number of hours each day may vary depending on member and outreach needs.
How to Apply: Compensation is competitive and commensurate with experience. Adler Aphasia Center is an equal opportunity employer. Please send your resume and a thoughtful cover letter outlining how your skills and experience meet the qualifications for this position. MUST include hourly rate desired to be considered for the position. Please email mgemeiner@adleraphasiacenter.org
No phone calls please. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. Due to the high volume of submissions, we will only contact candidates invited to interview. Thank you for your interest.
Type of Position: Part-time-18 hours per week/45 weeks per year/ Mon, Wed, Thurs 9-3pm
Location: West Orange, NJ
Immediate Supervisor: West Orange Program Director
Who We Are: The Adler Aphasia Center’s mission is to enrich the lives of people with aphasia, their families, and communities. Our staff is a group of dedicated professionals who collaborate with one another to regularly address the needs of members while keeping the Center active in advocacy, education, and research.
JOB DESCRIPTION:
Develop and implement conversation group programming that addresses the needs and interests of people with aphasia and their caregivers.
The responsibilities of this position include but are not limited to:
- Prepare and facilitate conversation and activity-based groups for people with aphasia
- Employ group facilitation techniques and utilize supported communication techniques
- Assist with set-up & clean-up of Center daily
- Assist with supervision of graduate SLP student externs
- Understand the organizational structure of the Adler Aphasia Center and implement its policies and procedures
- Adhere to the Adler Aphasia Center Core Values & Mission Statement
- Other projects and relevant duties as assigned
QUALIFICATIONS:
Professional:
- Master’s Degree in Speech Language Pathology
- Certificate of Clinical Competence from American Speech-Language-Hearing Association
- NJ State Speech-Language Pathology License
- Experience working with people with aphasia (Aphasia group experience is preferred)
Clinical:
- Regulate speech rate/intelligibility and use an adult register with people with aphasia
- Use gestures effectively
- Write and speak simultaneously in a group atmosphere
- Master supported communication techniques and group facilitation skills
Personal:
- Demonstrate initiative, sound judgment, dependability, punctuality
- Exhibit creativity and a capacity to learn
- Willing to accept feedback from mentor/colleagues & grow in the role
- Express strong communication skills (both oral & written)
- Use strong organizational skills
- Manage multiple tasks & accept team responsibilities
- Utilize strong skills in computer office software, iPads & basic web applications
Physical:
- Ability to move tables and chairs for programs and special events
- Ability to physically attend to each group member as needed, within Center guidelines
- Possess adequate speech, hearing, and vision to diagnose and treat communication disorders
How to Apply:
Compensation is competitive and commensurate with experience. Adler Aphasia Center is an equal opportunity employer. Please send your resume and a thoughtful cover letter outlining how your skills and experience meet the qualifications to for this position to sglaser@adleraphasiacenter.org
No phone calls please. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. Due to the high volume of submissions we will only contact candidates invited to interview. Thank you for your interest.
