Speech Language Pathologist , II, or III – Temporary

Speech Language Pathologist I, II, or III – Temporary

Agency: 340 Oklahoma State Department of Health

Supervisory Organization: 340 District 6

Job Type: Temporary

Compensation:
The hourly rate is up to Level I: $32.69 per hour, based on education and experience Level II: $34.32 per hour, based on education and experience Level III: $37.01 per hour, based on education and experience

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Location:

Purcell – 919 N 9th Avenue

Work Schedule:

Monday – Friday

Primary

Hours:

up to 19 hours per week.

Position

Description:

The Speech Language Pathologist I, II, or III – Temporary is responsible for providing diagnostic and therapeutic services in the areas of speech and language which may include help with social communication, speech sounds, and feeding/swallowing.

This position is responsible for providing diagnostics and therapeutic services in the areas of speech and language development. Services are provided in the child's natural environment; settings in which children typically spend time, for example, home or childcare. Services include screenings, evaluations, intervention, and parent education.

• Provides early intervention services in the child and family's natural environment (home, childcare, park etc.)
• Participates in family interview.
• Conducts intakes, including client interviews, and conducts assessments to make appropriate recommendations for services.
• Evaluates and treat children with suspected developmental communication delays to determine need for services.
• Collaborates with families and caregivers to identify goals, develop strategies and appropriate effective family intervention services plan.
• Coaches caregivers on implementing strategies to increase communication.
• Provides services to families in their native language through collaboration with interpreters when necessary.
• Serves as a member of an interdisciplinary team to monitor the effectiveness of child health and development services.
• 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
• Participating as a member of an interdisciplinary team in completing assessments and developing Individualized Family Service Plans (IFSPs).
• Consults with community agencies, childcare and school systems on behalf of families and may provide special programs as requested.
• Maintains confidential records of services including progress notes and evaluation reports in compliance with state and federal regulations.
• Being present in the office is an essential function of this job.
• 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.

The Speech-Language Pathologist job family consists of four levels which are distinguished by the complexity of the duties performed, and the depth and breadth of accountability.

Level I:

This is the basic level where incumbents perform entry level duties under the immediate supervision of a certified Speech-Language Pathologist. Incumbents at this level are working toward obtaining their Certificate of Clinical Competence.

Requirements at this level consist of completion of a Master's degree in in 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:

This is the career level where incumbents perform professional duties as a fully certified Speech-Language Pathologist. Incumbents at this level are not assigned supervisory responsibilities, but may provide training and technical assistance to others.

Requirements at this level consist of completion of a Master's degree in in speech pathology, including academic and practicum requirements for certification by the American…