Speech Language Pathologist I, II, or III – Temporary

About the role

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.

Responsibilities

• 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.
• 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.

Requirements

• Level I: Completion of a Master’s degree 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: Completion of a Master’s degree 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 III: Completion of a Master’s degree in speech pathology, including academic and practicum requirements for certification by the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association, and licensed by the State of Oklahoma plus an additional three years of post-certification experience as a Speech-Language Pathologist in a clinical specialty or in an educational setting. Completion of the ASHA Supervisory Certification.

Qualifications

• 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.
• 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.

Skills

• None specified.

Benefits

• None specified.

Pay

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

Schedule

Monday – Friday
Primary Hours: up to 19 hours per week.