Speech Language Pathologist

Exempt; full-time; 35 hours per week; Monday - Friday; 8:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.; full-benefits; grant funded


This professional position is responsible for diagnostic evaluation and intervention for infants and toddlers birth to 5 years of age who may present with speech/ language and other developmental delays.  Services are rendered through the Frederick County Health Department (FCHD), the lead agency for the Frederick County Infants and Toddlers Program (FCITP) which is a program of the Frederick County Developmental Center (FCDC).  Direct supervision is received from a Team Supervisor.

NOTE: The upper pay range reflects possible wage rates for internal County transfers and promotions, which are calculated per County policy.  For external hires, offers are made at the base wage rate, with limited exception.

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TOTAL COMPENSATION PACKAGE:
Frederick County offers an extensive compensation package to reflect how highly we value our employees. The following is what you can expect in your first year as a full-time benefited Frederick County Government employee.  

• 11 days of Vacation leave with increase after 2 years of employment
• 15 days of Sick leave with unlimited annual carryover
• 11 paid holidays, plus 2 additional floating holidays (10 and 11 month employees may not receive all holidays)
• Day 1 coverage of comprehensive Medical Insurance Plan options to include generous County Health Savings Account (HSA) contribution (if enrolled in the high-deductible plan). This is part of a full range of benefits including Dental, Vision, and Flexible Spending
• Employee Health Center with no or low-cost primary and urgent care
• 100% County paid 2x annual salary Group Term Life Insurance and Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D) benefit
• County and Employee funded Defined Benefit Pension Plan 
  • Vesting after 5 years of service
  • Additional service credit for eligible previous public service, military service, etc.
• Work/Life balance programs include: Employee Assistance Program and Employee Wellness Program
• Generous Tuition Reimbursement Program
• Other employee-paid benefits such as Deferred Compensation Plan, Legal Resources, Supplemental Life Insurance, Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital Indemnity Insurance, Lifetime Benefit with Long Term Care plan

NOTE: Benefited employees will accrue service and leave based on the FTE and/or hours worked per calendar year. 

For more information, visit our benefits page on the Frederick County Government job opportunities webpage.

• Coordinate and conduct therapy sessions using evidence-based practices to address identified developmental and functional needs
• Develop joint plan with families and caregivers to integrate therapy strategies into daily routines and environments
• Conduct ongoing observations and/or re-evaluations to update service plans and monitor progress toward outcomes
• Develop and implement individualized communication, literacy, and functional skill goals based on assessment results
• Utilize technology and augmentative communication tools to support service delivery, documentation, and caregiver education
• Build caregiver capacity through coaching, modeling, and collaborative problem-solving within natural environments
• Complete required documentation and reports in compliance with program, state, and federal requirements
• Analyze and interpret diagnostic results, provide feedback, determine eligibility, and make recommendations
• Develop, implement, and review Individualized Family Service Plans in collaboration with families and interdisciplinary teams to address identified outcomes and needs
• Facilitate transition planning and coordinate with outside agencies, schools, and service providers to ensure continuity of services for children and families
• Participate in ongoing training and education to reflect current evidence-based practices
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary team members to coordinate services and support integrated service delivery
• Adhere to policies, procedures, and professional standards of practice
• Participate in local and state public awareness activities, presentations, and workshops 
• Provide service coordination to connect families with resources, monitor progress, and facilitate transitions
• Ensure privacy of identifiable information according to HIPAA and FERPA regulations 
• Perform other related duties as required

To perform this job successfully, an employee must be able to perform all essential functions satisfactorily. Any employee's position may not be assigned all functions or equipment listed above, and the examples may not cover all functions or equipment that may be assigned. Reasonable accommodations may be provided to enable individuals with disabilities to perform their essential functions.The qualifications/requirements, knowledge/skills/abilities and physical requirements or working conditions described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job:

• Master’s degree in speech-language pathology or communication sciences and disorders 
• Maryland State license to practice Speech-Language Pathology, or current SLP license from another state with ability to obtain the MD state SLP license before hire date (current licensure must be maintained during employment)
• Certificate of Clinical Competence (CCC-SLP) from ASHA.
• 1 year of experience in the speech language, communication sciences, or similar field.

KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/ABILITIES
A successful incumbent operating in this role displays the following:

• Knowledge of Evidenced Based Practices and typical child development 
• Knowledge of assessment tools 
• Knowledge of speech language and hearing research-based evidence 
• Knowledge of available FCDC, community, and medical/health resources 
• Skill in using applicable computer programs and software 
• Ability to adapt and maintain flexibility 
• Ability to communicate effectively, written and verbal 
• Ability to collaborate with others and maintain effective working relationships 
• Ability to establish ongoing support services and continuously monitor and evaluate the quality of services provided 
• Ability to learn and implement current evidence-based practices and family coaching strategies 
• Ability to document evaluation reports completely and complete required documentation accurately and timely
• Ability to organize work and manage time 
• Ability to arrange and complete travel to various sites

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS / WORKING CONDITIONS:

• While working in this position, the employee is consistently lifting up to 50 pounds, pushing up to 40 pounds; frequently sitting, walking; occasionally climb, stoop, crawl, reaching, and performing repetitive motions.    
• While working in this position, the employee is constantly indoors; frequently outdoors and potentially exposed to infectious diseases.

• Requires the ability to arrange and complete travel to various sites
• This position is subject to random drug testing
• This position is considered essential personnel in the event of a public health emergency

KIND OF EXAMINATION (may include):

1. An evaluation of training and experience
2. One or more interviews
3. A pre-employment physical examination 
4. A pre-employment drug test without marijuana
5. A pre-employment fingerprint supported background investigation