Speech And Language Pathologist - LNMTC

Agency Dept of Health and Human Services Division Longleaf Neuro-Medical Treatment Center Job Classification Title Speech And Language Pathologist (NS) Position Number 60045962 Grade MH17 About Us 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 This Speech and Language Pathologist (SLP) Serves as a member of the interdisciplinary teams with primary responsibilities of facilitating communication and maximizing swallowing safety for the individuals with the facility. Through direct and indirect services, the SLP provides evaluation, direct treatment, program planning, in-service training, and consultation with staff to ensure integration of service and maintains required records and documentation. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities/Management Preferences Recruitment Range: $66,696 to $110,049 Considerable knowledge of and skill in the application of professional speech and language theory, techniques, principles, and procedures. Familiarity with a broad range of augmentative communication systems designed to develop functional communication for individuals who do not demonstrate typical communication abilities. Excellent interpersonal, organizational, and oral and written communication skills. Ability to work well within a team of professionals and a willingness to adapt to change, when needed. Experience working with individuals who may be diagnosed with a wide spectrum of psychiatric and/or developmental conditions that may include unpredictable behaviors, maladaptive, and potentially dangerous behaviors is preferred but not required. Longleaf Neuro-Medical Treatment Center (LNMTC), located in Wilson, NC, is a state-operated certified Skilled Nursing Facility (SNF). With a staff of about 520, LNMTC provides support to approximately 200 residents with complex medical needs and/or co-existing neuro-cognitive disorders. THIS POSITION IS DESIGNATED MANDATORY AND MUST REPORT OR STAY OVER DURING ADVERSE WEATHEREVENTS OR OTHER EMERGENCIES. Supplemental Contact Information DHHS uses the Merit-Based Recruitment and Selection Plan to fill positions subject to the State Human Resources Act with the most qualified individuals. Hiring salary will be based on relevant qualifications, internal equity, and budgetary considerations pertinent to the advertised position. Positions in the Division of State Operated Healthcare Facilities shall be subject to pre-employment drug testing and criminal record background checks. Also, the use of tobacco products of any kind including vapor products are prohibited from our campuses. All employees are required to adhere to the facility's Vaccination Policy. #J-18808-Ljbffr nc