Speech Language Pathologist I, II or III

Job Posting Title
Speech Language Pathologist I, II or III

Agency
340 OKLAHOMA STATE DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH

Supervisory Organization
340 District 1

Job Posting End Date

Refer to the date listed at the top of this posting, if available. Continuous if date is blank.

Note: Applications will be accepted until 11:59 PM on the day prior to the posting end date above.

Estimated Appointment End Date (Continuous if Blank)

Full/Part-Time
Full time

Job Type
Regular

Compensation
The annual salary for this position is up to:
o Level I: up to $56,088.00, based on education and experience
o Level II: up to $63,000.00, based on education and experience
o Level III: up to $66,205.00, based on education and experience

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!!!

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

Job Description

Location: Custer, Woodward or Woods County

Salary:

Level I: up to $56,088.00, based on education and experience

Level II: up to $63,000.00, based on education and experience

Level III: up to $66,205.00, based on education and experience

Full Time /Part Time: Full time

Work Schedule: Monday to Friday

Primary Hours: 8 am - 5 pm

Position Description:

Speech Language Pathologists serve as an active member of the Child Guidance Team and provide direct services across the continuum of care from promotion,prevention,and intervention to families with children birth up to age 18. Child Guidance is a statewide program that promotes and supports healthy family relationships and child development.

The Child Guidance Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) in the Child Guidance Program provides clients with diagnostic and therapeutic services in the areas of speech and language. Services provided to clients include speech-language screenings, evaluations, treatment, and parent education, help with social communication, speech sounds (articulation) and fluency. Child Guidance SLPs provide consultation to other professionals within the health department and in the community. In addition, Child Guidance SLPs serve as a member of a multidisciplinary team to monitor the effectiveness of speech and communication services.

Services are provided for clients in a clinic-based setting which may include speech language screenings, evaluations,treatment,and parent consultation.

Position Responsibilities/Essential Functions:

• Diagnoses communication disorders of speech and language.
• Prepares treatment plans and makes recommendations for individual cases.
• Conductsclinic-basedgroup and individual speech and/or language treatment as appropriate.
• Performs hearing screenings and make appropriate referrals.
• Prepares and maintains progress reports, records, and evaluations on individual and group cases.
• Maintains confidential records of services including progress notes and evaluation reports in compliance with state and federal regulations.
• Confers with professional and/or community groups on topics regarding communication disorders.
• Implements and develops prevention programs that are specific to speech/language/communication issues.
• Participates as a member of a Child Guidance Team in a multidisciplinary team staffing to provide individual diagnosis and treatment.
• Collaborates with other providers within school systems on behalf of clients.

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.

Minimum Qualifications:

Level I:

Requirements at this level consist of completion of aMaster’sdegree inin speech pathology, including academic and practicum requirements for certification by the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association, and licensed by the State of Oklahoma.

Level II:

Requirements at this level consist of completion of aMaster’sdegree inin speech pathology, including academic and practicum requirements for certification by the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association, and licensed by the State of Oklahoma.

Level III:

Requirements at this level consist of completion of aMaster’sdegree inin speech pathology, including academic and practicum requirements for certification by the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association, and licensed by the State of Oklahomaplus two years of post-certification experience.

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.

Valued Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Knowledge of the pathology of communication disorders; of phonetics; of the anatomy and physiology of the speech and hearing function; and of diagnostic testing and treatment techniques for communication disorders. Requires the ability to discuss communication disorders with various treatment professionals and families; to plan and execute treatment programs; and to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.

Physical Demands and Work Environment:

Work is typically performed in the child’s natural environment (home or childcare setting) or in an office environment with climate-controlled settings and exposure to moderate noise levels. Telework and the provision of services remotely may also be required. While performing the duties of the job, employees are required to talk, stand, walk, and reach with hands and arms and may lift up to 35 pounds. Being present at the office is an essential function of the job.

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 active State of Oklahoma employees must apply for open positions internally through the Workday Jobs Hub .

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