Early Intervention Speech and Language Therapist - CYFS

State of Idaho • Ponderay, ID

51d • Onsite

About The Position

DEDICATED TO STRENGTHENING THE HEALTH, SAFETY, AND INDEPENDENCE OF IDAHOANSThe Infant Toddler Program is an Early Intervention Program that serves children ages birth through 3 years old. Our Early Intervention Speech and Language Therapists work with families to identify the settings and everyday activities that are unique to each family and work on goals that are the parent/caregiver priorities for their child. We provide family coaching, developmental therapy, speech therapy, occupational therapy, physical therapy, service coordination, PLAY Project, Infant Mental Health, vision, and hearing support. This position is located in our Ponderay office. This is an ongoing announcement which means at the time applicants apply, we may or may not have an opening. Those applicants that take and pass the exam to show they meet the minimum qualifications will be placed on the referral list. When a position becomes available, the hiring supervisor will then directly contact those applicants they wish to interview off the referral list.The Idaho Department of Health & Welfare is a drug-free workplace. Any applicant offered employment in this position at the Idaho Department of Health and Welfare will be required to pass a pre-employment drug test. In addition, successful candidates will be required to complete a criminal history background investigation. Employment is dependent upon satisfactory results of the investigation. BENEFITS:BEST RETIREMENT AVAILABLE IN THE NATION We have one of the Nation's best state retirement systems (PERSI) that offers a lifetime benefit. OTHER EXCELLENT BENEFITS11 paid holidaysGenerous vacation and sick leave accrual beginning as soon as you start Paid parental leaveMedical, dental, vision insurance - incredible rates!(full-time/30+ hours per week)PERSI Choice 401(k)Deferred compensation planLife insuranceShort and long-term disability insuranceStudent Loan ForgivenessWellness programsEmployee Assistance Program (EAP)Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) Wide variety of training opportunitiesSome positions offer flexible hours and/or telecommuting

Requirements

• Licensure as a speech-language pathologist in accordance with Idaho Code 54-2913
• Applicants must possess a valid driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Administer diagnostic evaluations to assess, analyze, interpret and document child's skills and function to determine eligibility for program services, identify child's developmental status and inform intervention needs and support strategies.
• Participate in Individualized Family Service Plan (IFSP) goal development, progress reviews and transition planning with team members and family.
• Design, implement, assess and adjust intervention practices with the child's family and Infant Toddler Team for effective functional development and progress.
• Conduct intervention sessions in the child's natural environment as identified in the IFSP using routine-based interventions with caregiver participation.
• Model and apply effective evidence-based practices related to the birth to age 3 population, including adult learning methods, and teaming.
• Serve as primary interventionist representing and in collaboration with the multi-disciplinary team.
• Submit and maintain documentation of each service delivered to the child including consultation or coaching with the participating caregiver according to program established timelines and processes.
• Schedule intervention and evaluation appointments with families; state vehicles are available for provider transportation to and from sessions according to policy.
• Participate with and invest in exchanging expertise during regular meetings with team members and with community partners.

Benefits

• BEST RETIREMENT AVAILABLE IN THE NATION We have one of the Nation's best state retirement systems (PERSI) that offers a lifetime benefit.
• 11 paid holidays
• Generous vacation and sick leave accrual beginning as soon as you start
• Paid parental leave
• Medical, dental, vision insurance - incredible rates!(full-time/30+ hours per week)
• PERSI Choice 401(k)
• Deferred compensation plan
• Life insurance
• Short and long-term disability insurance
• Student Loan Forgiveness
• Wellness programs
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
• Wide variety of training opportunities
• Some positions offer flexible hours and/or telecommuting

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Executive, Legislative, and Other General Government Support
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 51-100 employees