Speech and Language Pathologist

About the role

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 North Carolina Early Intervention Branch (NCEI) is a part of the N.C. Division of Public Health. It is the lead agency for the N.C. Infant-Toddler Program (ITP). The Infant-Toddler Program provides supports and services for families and their children, birth to three who have special needs. Research shows that this time period is critical. It offers a window of opportunity to make a positive difference in how a child develops and learns. Children's Developmental Services Agencies (CDSAs) across North Carolina work with local service providers to help families help their children succeed. The primary functions of this position are to provide speech/ language therapy evaluations and treatment, to conduct developmental evaluations of birth to 3-year-old children to determine eligibility for the Infant-Toddler Program, and to assess child and family needs for early intervention supports and services, including evaluation for appropriate assistive technology. This position will be based in Burke County. All evaluations and services are provided as a member of a multidisciplinary team at the Morganton/Hickory Children's Developmental Services Agency (CDSA). The Morganton/Hickory CDSA is one of a statewide network of 16 regional agencies that provide interdisciplinary early intervention services through the North Carolina Infant Toddler Program. The CDSA is the local lead agency for the Infant Toddler Program (ITP), a federally mandated program under Part C of the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA), which serves children ages birth to 3 years, who have or who are at risk for developmental disabilities, and their families. The CDSA is the single portal of entry for birth to 3 referrals to the Infant Toddler Program (ITP) and has primary responsibility for providing multi- and inter-disciplinary developmental evaluation, determination of eligibility for the program, service coordination for eligible children, and consultation and technical assistance to service providers and other professionals providing recommended intervention services for eligible children and families. Knowledge Skills and Abilities/Management Preferences Recruitment Range: $50,022 - $69,217 Candidates now meet the minimum qualifications of a position if they have the minimum education and experience listed on the vacancy announcement. The following Management Preferences are not required, but applicants that possess these skills are preferred. Working knowledge of agency goals, early intervention practices, and available referral resources. Considerable knowledge of speech-language pathology theory, techniques, principles, and procedures. Knowledge of communicative disorders common in the population served (birth-3). Ability to administer and interpret diagnostic tests to determine the range, nature, and degree of communication skills. (Bayley-4 & DAYC) Ability to maintain accurate documentation, including evaluation reports, and treatment records, to meet federal and state documentation and timeline requirements. Ability to communicate effectively in oral and written form. Ability to gain the confidence of families, caregivers, and team members and work collaboratively to achieve optimal outcomes. Knowledge of infant/toddler development and family‑centered early intervention practices. Experience working in natural environments (home/community). Ability to participate effectively in interdisciplinary evaluations *Position is 100% funded through federal funds. *Posting closes 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 (DCFW) brings together complementary NC Department of Health and Human services to support North Carolina's children growing up safe, healthy, and thriving in nurturing and resilient families and communities. Compensation and Benefits: The State of North Carolina offers excellent comprehensive benefits. Employees can participate in health insurance options, standard and supplemental retirement plans, and the NCFlex program (numerous high-quality, low-cost benefits on a pre-tax basis). Employees also receive paid vacation, sick, and community service leave. In addition, paid parental leave is available to eligible employees. Supplemental Co