Speech and Language Pathologist

Health & Human Services; United States; On-site; USD 67,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

The North Carolina Infant-Toddler Program within the NC Department of Health and Human Services is seeking a Speech-Language Pathologist to provide evaluations and treatment for children and families, both in homes and in community settings.

This role requires licensure as an SLP/Audiologist, experience with pediatric feeding and communication disorders, and the ability to collaborate with a multidisciplinary team, including teletherapy delivery.

Qualifications

• Licensure by the Board of Examiners for Speech and Language Pathologists and Audiologists.
• Experience with infants/toddlers and pediatric communication disorders.
• Ability to deliver services in family homes and via teletherapy.

Responsibilities

• Provide speech-language evaluations and treatment to children and families enrolled in the Infant Toddler Program.
• Deliver services in the child’s natural environments, often in family homes.
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team and document progress.

Skills

Speech-language pathology

Pediatric care

Teletherapy

Education

Licensed SLP/Audiologist

Job description

Agency Dept of Health and Human Services Division Child and Family Well Being Job Classification Title Speech And Language Pathologist (NS) Position Number 60040401 Grade MH17

The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) is one of the largest, most complex agencies in the state, and has approximately 17,000 employees. It is responsible for ensuring the health, safety, and well-being of all North Carolinians, providing human service needs for special populations including individuals who are deaf, blind, developmentally disabled, and mentally ill, and helping poor North Carolinians achieve economic independence.

Description of Work The primary purpose of this position is to provide speech language evaluations and treatment to children and families enrolled in or referred to the NC Infant Toddler Program. Services must be provided in compliance with Federal and State regulations for the Infant Toddler Program. All services are provided in the child’s natural environments (most often in family homes).

Who are we?

• The North Carolina Early Intervention Section is a part of the Division of Child and Family Well-Being. It is the lead agency for the N.C. Infant-Toddler Program which provides supports and services for families and their children, birth to three, who have developmental delays and/or disabilities.
• Children's Developmental Services Agencies (CDSAs) are the local agencies that implement the NC ITP across North Carolina, working with local service providers to help families help their children succeed.

Be Part of Early Intervention!

Knowledge Skills and Abilities/Management Preferences

• Considerable knowledge of the principles, techniques, and methods of speech/language pathology as applicable to children birth to three, including speech and language development, articulation, phonology, oral-motor function, and preferably in pediatric dysphagia.
• Working knowledge of augmentative communication options and devices for this population.
• Working ability to evaluate patient response and progress, evaluating and treating pediatric feeding disorders, and to present evaluative reports in a case staffing and multidisciplinary team meeting.
• Experienced working effectively with children aged 0-3, their families, medical personnel, and other CDSA staff members, and to deal tactfully with the public.
• Experience with or willingness to learn to provide services using an evidence-based Early Intervention Caregiver Coaching model and delivery of SLP services via teletherapy.

Salary Range: $66,696 - $110,049 Starting Salary: $66,696 - 67,000

Candidates now meet the minimum qualifications of a position if they have the minimum education and experience listed on the vacancy announcement.

Workstation will be located in the Asheville CDSA office.

Physical Requirements (If Applicable)

Must be able to travel throughout assigned area via car, and access client homes and other community locations.

This position is funded through federal funds.

This position will close at 11:59 p.m. the night before the end date.

About the NC Division of Child and Family Well-Being:

The Division of Child and Family Well-Being is a division at the NC Department of Health and Human Services (NCDHHS) that will focus on supporting whole child and family health and well-being for North Carolinians with several sections including nutrition programs (WIC, SNAP and Child and Adult Care Food Program), health & prevention services for children and youth, children’s behavioral health programs, and early intervention programs.

The Operations Unit is in the Community Nutrition Services Section (CNSS) in the Division of Child and Family Well-Being (DCFW).

Supplemental Contact Information

The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) is an Equal Opportunity Employer that embraces an Employment First philosophy, which consists of complying with all federal laws, state laws, and Executive Orders. We are committed to reviewing requests for reasonable accommodation at any time during the hiring process or while on the job. For more information about DHHS: https://www.ncdhhs.gov/. DHHS uses the Merit-Based Recruitment and Selection Plan to fill positions subject to the State Human Resources Act with the most qualified individuals. In accordance with the Governor’s Executive Order 303, our agency supports second-chance employment for individuals who were previously incarcerated or justice-involved. We invite all potential applicants to apply for positions for which they may be qualified.

Applicants may be subject to a criminal background check.

All candidates selected for positions considered "Positions of Trust" will be subject to a criminal background check.

Applicants who are former members of either the NC Army National Guard or the NC Air National Guard, with honorable discharge and six years of creditable service, must attach a copy of the DD 256 or NGB 22, along with the state application.

Veterans’ and National Guard Preference Applicants seeking Veteran's Preference must attach a DD-214 Member-4 Form (Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty) to their applications.

Applicants seeking National Guard Preference must attach an NGB 23A (RPAS), along with the state application, if they are a current member of the NC National Guard in good standing.

Minimum Education and Experience

Some state job postings say you can qualify by an “equivalent combination of education and experience.” If that language appears below, then you may qualify through EITHER years of education OR years of directly related experience, OR a combination of both. See the Education and Experience Equivalency Guide for details. Licensed by the Board of Examiners for Speech and Language Pathologists and Audiologist.

EEO Statement

The State of North Carolina is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and dedicated to providing employees with a work environment free from all forms of unlawful employment discrimination, harassment, or retaliation. The state provides reasonable accommodation to employees and applicants with disabilities; known limitations related to pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions; and for religious beliefs, observances, and practices.

State Application Resources/Frequently Asked Questions

Valuing Education and Experience The State of North Carolina values the knowledge and experience of our jobseekers and current state employees. Approximately 91 percent of state job classifications allow experience to be substituted for education or do not require a post-secondary degree. Learn more about how you may qualify for a position through education or directly related experience, or a combination of both, with the Education and Experience Equivalency Guide. All job postings close at 11:59pm the night before the End Date on the posting. Introduce yourself to our recruiters and we'll get in touch if there's a role that seems like a good match. If you are already a state employee, please search for jobs by clicking here.