Speech-Language Pathologist I

Job Posting Title

Speech-Language Pathologist I

Agency

340 OKLAHOMA STATE DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH

Supervisory Organization

340 District 1

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Full/Part-Time

Full time

Job Type

Regular

Compensation

Level I: $56,088 Based on education and experience.

PIN 34001668

Job Description

Location: District 1 –Custer County

Salary: Up to $56,088

Full Time /Part Time: Full Time

Work Schedule:  Monday-Friday

Primary Hours: 8:00 am – 5:00 pm

Why you’ll love it here!

RESPECT.  COLLABORATION.  SERVICE.  The Oklahoma State Department of Health (OSDH) is committed to leading Oklahoma to prosperity through health. Our mission is to protect and promote health, prevent disease and injury, and cultivate conditions by which Oklahomans can thrive.  Check out why we are passionate about public health and believe it is the career for you!!!   What is Public Health?

Oh yeah, did we mention perks?  We know that benefits matter and that is why we offer a competitive benefits package for all eligible employees.

• Generous state paid benefit allowance to help cover insurance premiums.
• A wide choice of insurance plans with no pre-existing condition exclusions or limitations. 
• Flexible spending accounts for health care expenses and/or dependent care.
• Retirement Savings Plan with a generous match.
• 15 days of vacation and 15 days of sick leave the first year for full time employees.
• 11 paid holidays a year.
• Student Loan repayment options & tuition reimbursement.
• Employee discounts with a variety of companies and venders.
• Longevity Bonus for years of service

This position is responsible for providing patients with diagnostic and therapeutic services in the areas of speech and language. Services are provided for clients in the setting where the child typically spends time: for example, home or childcare setting. Services may include speech-language screenings, evaluations, treatment, and parent education.

Position Responsibilities /Essential Functions

• Evaluate and treat children with suspected developmental communication delays to determine need for services.
• Collaborate with families and caregivers to identify goals, develop strategies and appropriate effective family intervention services plan.
• Coach caregivers on implementing strategies to increase communication.
• Consult with interdisciplinary team to provide individual diagnosis and treatment.
• Provide services to families in their native language through collaboration with interpreters when necessary.
• Provides early intervention services in the child and family’s natural environment (home, childcare, park etc.)
• Performs hearing screenings and makes appropriate referrals.
• Conducts group and individual speech and language treatment as appropriate.
• Prepares and maintains progress reports, evaluations and records as needed.
• Prepares and implements Individual Family Service Plan in accordance with state and federal guidelines.

Other Duties

• Demonstrates knowledge of and supports mission, vision, value statements, standards, policies and procedures, operating instructions, confidentiality standards, and the code of ethical behavior.
• Works effectively in team environment, participating and assisting their peers.

This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Education and Experience

Education and Experience requirements at this level consist of a master's degree in speech pathology, including academic and practicum requirements for certification by the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association.

Application Requirements:

• If education, certification or licensure is required to meet qualifications, applicants must provide documentation at the time of application.
• All applicants are subject to a background check and must be legally authorized to work in the United States without visa sponsorship.

Physical Demands and Work Environment

Work is typically performed in a client’s natural environment (home or childcare setting) or in an office environment with climate- controlled settings and exposure to moderate noise level. Telework and the provision of services remotely may also be required. While performing the duties of the job, employee is required to talk, stand, walk, and reach with hands and arms and may lift up to 35 pounds. This position requires long period of sitting and daily use of computer and phone.

Applicants must be willing to perform all job-related travel associated with any of these positions. Occasional in state overnight and weekend travel may be required.

Telework: This position is not eligible for Telework and is subject to OSDH policy and supervisor’s discretion.

Equal Opportunity Employment

The State of Oklahoma is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of genetic information, race, religion, color, sex, age, national origin, or disability.

Current State of Oklahoma employees must apply for open positions through their Workday account. Go to Careers app on WD home screen>Click on 'Find Jobs-Internal State of Oklahoma'.