Early Intervention Specialist-Speech Language Pathologist

Prince William County Government; Virginia; On-site; USD 90,000 - 112,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Speech Language Pathologist to join their team of early intervention specialists. This role involves providing essential services to infants and toddlers with developmental delays, using a coaching approach to empower families. You will collaborate with a diverse team, participate in assessments, and contribute to quality assurance efforts. With a strong commitment to professional development and community impact, this position offers a supportive environment for growth. If you are passionate about making a difference in the lives of young children, this opportunity is for you.

Benefits

Paid accrued annual and sick leave

11 paid holidays

4 paid personal days

Optional comprehensive health care plans

Life Insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Access to online courses

Virginia State Retirement

401a and 457 Retirement Savings Plans

Job security

Qualifications

• 1-2 years of experience with infants/toddlers with developmental delays.
• Virginia license to practice Speech Therapy required.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct services in the child's natural environment.
• Participate in eligibility determination and IFSP development.

Skills

Speech Language Pathology

Coaching Style of Interaction

Assessment Tools (HELP)

Knowledge of Developmental Delays

Documentation in Electronic Health Records

Education

Master’s Degree in Speech Language Pathology

Job description

The Infant and Toddler Connection (ITC) of Greater Prince William is looking for a full-time Speech Language Pathologistto join our team of early intervention professionals providing specialized services to eligible infants and toddlers with developmental delays and disabilities. Our EI Specialists provide direct services to children and families to help them achieve their outcomes, providing services in their natural environment, during their daily activities and routines while using the coaching style of interaction to build the family’s capacity to support their infants’ and toddlers’ development; provide education to staff and families to empower them to help their infants’ and toddlers’ progress with developmental skills. Collaborate with a diverse team of EI Specialists to provide excellent services to the infants and toddlers in our community. Perform related work as required.

Come grow with us and our infants and toddlers. Contribute to a strong interdisciplinary clinical team. Share your knowledge with staff and families to reach our program goal of helping infants and toddlers develop to their fullest potential. Prince William County Community Services is located within easy commuting distance from Washington D.C. and Northern Virginia.

About This Role:

Successful professionals in this role:

Participate in weekly eligibility determination, assessment for service planning and IFSP development. Provide ongoing and formal assessment of clients using a standardized tool (Hawaii Early Learning Profile (HELP) or other approved developmental assessment tool).

Must have strong knowledge of typical and atypical development for infants and toddlers 0-3 years of age.

Work directly with families as part of their IFSP team to provide services specific to your discipline (SLP) in the child’s natural environment, using the coaching style of interaction.

Follow Part C practices outlined in the Practice Manual, including Primary Service Provider model.

Know community and professional resources to support families.

Document in a timely and organized manner in our Electronic Health Records.

Complete Fidelity Assessments as required by Virginia or ITC of Greater Prince William.

Attend and participate in staff teaming, training and supervision.

Participate and contribute to Quality Assurance efforts.

Minimum Requirements:

• Master’s degree in Speech Language Pathology
• 1-2 years of experience working with infants/toddlers with developmental delays or disabilities
• Virginia license to practice Speech Therapy.
• Must have or be eligible for Part C Certification as EI Professional.

Preferences:

• Previous Part C experience preferred/not required.
• Spanish speaking preferred/not required.

Special Requirements:

• Must possess a valid driver's license and pass DMV record check
• Must pass TB test
• Must pass and maintain first aid and CPR certification
• Offer of employment is contingent upon the candidate passing a fingerprint based National Criminal History Record Check
• Child Protective Services Requirements: Effective 1999, mandated by the Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Services 12VA35-105-400 rules and Regulations for Licensing Providers by the Department of Behavioral Health and Development Services related to Criminal Registry Checks, a search of the registry of founded complaints of child abuse and neglected maintained by the Department of Social Services

Work Schedule:37.5 hour work week; Monday-Friday between the hours of 8am and 5pm.

Starting Salary Range:$90,000.00 – $111,033.00Annually

This position qualifies for a hiring bonus of $5,000. This bonus will be paid in two equal installments as funds permit. The first installment of $2500 is payable after (90) days of employment have been completed. The final $2,500 installment will be payable following the completion of the probationary period.

Prince William County Community Services maintains a drug free workplace

The above position description is intended to represent only the key areas of responsibilities; specific position assignments will vary depending on the business needs of the department. To review the class description in its entirety, click Here.

The position description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee and is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and the requirements of the job change. Prince William County is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the County will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer.

In addition to excellent pay, we also offer great benefits to include:

Our Benefits:

• Paid accrued annual and sick leave
• 11 paid holidays
• 4 paid personal days
• Optional, comprehensive health care plans
• Life Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Access to online courses
• Virginia State Retirement
• 401a and 457 Retirement Savings Plans
• Credit Union eligibility
• Job security
• Opportunities for career growth, advancement specialization

Prince William County Government full-time positions qualify for Public Service Loan Forgiveness.

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