HEARING & SPEECH TECHNICIAN II

State of Illinois•Park Forest, IL

12d•Onsite

About The Position

Under direct supervision, provides Speech, Language and Hearing programs and services at Ludeman Developmental Center. Conducts routine communication training programs under the direction and guidance of the Hearing and Speech Specialist; assists in development and utilization of program materials and techniques; assists in the development and preparation of communication devices; organizes, schedules and conducts clinical hearing and speech assessments and therapy services; prepares and presents the Annual Speech and Language Assessment Review report for the individual Services Plan meeting; maintains routine records, progress notes, and data collection sheets; attends and actively participates in mandatory training. Utilizes manual communication skills with individuals who are deaf and/or hard of hearing.

Requirements

Requires knowledge, skill and mental development equivalent to the completion of two (2) years of college with courses in social science, psychology and education or related field.
Requires ability to communicate in sign language at a colloquial skill level.
Requires ability to pass the IDHS background check.
Requires ability to pass a drug screen for drugs prohibited from recreational use under Illinois Law.

Nice To Haves

While not required, a Resume/Curriculum Vitae (CV) is recommended.

Responsibilities

Provides Speech, Language and Hearing programs and services at Ludeman Center.
Assists in development and utilization of program materials and techniques for carrying out speech, language and hearing therapy.
Assists the hearing and speech specialist in the development and preparation of communication devices.
Organizes, schedules and conducts clinical hearing and speech assessments and therapy services for Clinical and Behavioral Services.
Prepares and presents the Annual Speech and Language Assessment Review report for the individual Services Plan meeting.
Maintains routine records, progress notes, and data collection sheets.
Attends and actively participates in mandatory training.
Performs other duties as required or assigned which are reasonably within the scope of the duties enumerated above.

Benefits

A Pension Program
Competitive Group Insurance Benefits including Health, Life, Dental and Vision Insurance
3 Paid Personal Business Days annually
12 Paid Sick days annually (Sick days carry over from year to year)
10-25 days of Paid Vacation time annually - (10 days in year one of employment)
13 Paid Holidays annually, 14 on even numbered years
Flexible Work Schedules (when available dependent upon position)
12 Weeks Paid Parental Leave
Deferred Compensation Program - A supplemental retirement plan
Optional Pre-Tax Programs such as Medical Care Assistance Plan (MCAP), Dependent Care Assistance Plan (DCAP)
Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program eligibility
GI Bill® Training/Apprenticeship Benefits eligibility for qualifying Veterans
5% Salary Differential for Bilingual Positions
Commuter Savings Program (Chicago only)