Speech And Language Pathologist (Temporary - Lenoir County)

Agency

Office of State Human Resources

Division

Temporary Solutions

Job Classification Title

Speech And Language Pathologist (S)

Position Number

Grade

MH17

About Us

To provide a solid Human Resource management foundation, responsible oversight, and creative solutions through a collaborative approach with all stakeholders to maximize the potential of our greatest asset – OUR EMPLOYEES.

Description of Work

Knowledge Skills and Abilities/Management Preferences

This is a temporary position and there are no leave or retirement benefits offered with this position. Temporary employees who work an annual average of 30 or more hours per week may be eligible for health insurance coverage under the High Deductible Health Plan (HDHP). For more information on Health Benefits offered visit www.shpnc.org. 

 

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Note: Permanent and time-limited NC State Government employees must separate from their permanent or time-limited position in order to work in a temporary position.  All temporary employees are limited to one NC State Government temporary assignment at a time.  

 
Individuals hired into a temporary State job must be fully qualified for the job.  OSHR supports the Governor's Job Ready initiative and seeks to expand a temporary skill set to enhance their qualifications for State government and private sector jobs.  Exposure to an agency's culture, process, procedures, and potential learning opportunities can provide valuable experience to those who may seek permanent employment with the state. 
 
This temporary position is located at 2415 W. Vernon Avenue, Kinston - Lenoir County, with the Department of Health & Human Services.   

 
Job Order Hourly Rate of Pay: $37.00 (Based on education and/or years of relevant work experience reflected on the application).  
 
Effective July 1, 2025, candidates now meet the minimum qualifications of a position if they have the minimum education and experience listed from the class specification.  The Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities listed within this vacancy announcement will be used only as management preferences and will be used to screen for the most qualified pool of applicants. 

This Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP) will provide direct and indirect services related to residents’ speech, language, communication, cognitive, and swallowing skills/function.

Services provided include evaluations; direct therapy; indirect services, including in-service training and consultation with staff/team to ensure integration of services; and necessary record-keeping and documentation in the electronic health record.

The position fulfills the Intermediate Care Facility for Individuals with Intellectual Disability (ICF/IID) standards requiring that the services described above are provided by qualified personnel.

Experience working with individuals with intellectual disabilities and individuals with dysphagia is preferred but not required.

Minimum Education and Experience

Some state job postings say you can qualify by an “equivalent combination of education and experience.” If that language appears below, then you may qualify through EITHER years of education OR years of directly related experience, OR a combination of both. See the Education and Experience Equivalency Guide for details.

Minimum Education and Experience

Licensed by the Board of Examiners for Speech and Language Pathologists and Audiologist.

EEO Statement

The State of North Carolina is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and dedicated to providing employees with a work environment free from all forms of unlawful employment discrimination, harassment, or retaliation. The state provides reasonable accommodation to employees and applicants with disabilities; known limitations related to pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions; and for religious beliefs, observances, and practices.

Recruiter:

Tracey Hinnant

Recruiter Email:

[email protected]