Speech Language Pathologist III

Job Posting Title

Speech Language Pathologist III

Agency

340 OKLAHOMA STATE DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH

Supervisory Organization

340 District 5

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 $65,205.00, based on education and experience.

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!!!

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 vendors.
• Longevity Bonus for years of service

Location
:
District 5 counties, Comanche, Beckham, Caddo, Jackson, Kiowa, Tillman, Harmon, Greer, Cotton County

Salary
: up to $65,205.00, based on education and experience

Full Time /Part Time
:
Full time

Work Schedule
:
Monday to Friday

Primary Hours
: 8:00-5:00

Position Description
:
The Speech Language Pathologist III 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.

• 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.
• Consults other Speech‑Language Pathologists and may be designated as a lead worker for other employees
• Being present at the office is an essential function of the job.
• All other duties as assigned.

• 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.

Education and Experience requirements at this level consist of certification as a Speech‑Language Pathologist by the American Speech‑Language‑Hearing Association plus an additional three years of post‑certification experience as a Speech‑Language Pathologist in a clinical specialty or in an educational setting.

• If education, certification or licensure is required to meet…