Salary: $78,678.00 Annually
Location : Health Department - Frederick, MD
Job Type: Full-time Regular
Job Number: FY23-00449
Department: Health Services Division
Opening Date: 03/14/2023
Closing Date: Continuous
JOB INFORMATION

Exempt; full-time; 35 hours per week; Monday - Friday; 8:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.; full-benefits
NOTE: Above base salary pay will be considered on a case by case basis and will be determined upon the qualifications of the successful candidate.
This professional position is responsible for diagnostic evaluation and intervention for infants and toddlers birth to entry into school following a child's 4th birthday who may present with speech/ language and other developmental delays. Services are rendered through the Frederick County Developmental Center (FCDC), the lead agency for the Frederick County Infants and Toddlers Program (FCITP). Direct supervision is received from a Team Supervisor.
Frederick County Government recognizes the principles of diversity and inclusion, and strives to ensure equal opportunities for its workforce, applicants and community members. If you are a person who wants to make a difference, give back to your community, and be a voice for change, apply to Frederick County Government today.
TOTAL COMPENSATION PACKAGE:
Frederick County offers an extensive compensation package to reflect how much 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 scheduled holidays, plus 2 additional floating holidays
• Day 1 coverage of comprehensive Medical Insurance Plan option to include generous County HSA contribution (if enrolled in the high-deductible plan). This is part of a full range of benefits including Dental, Vision, and Flexible Spending
• 100% County paid 2x annual salary Group Term Life Insurance benefit
• Work/Life balance programs include: Employee Assistance Program and Employee Wellness Program
• Generous Tuition Reimbursement Program
• County and Employee funded Defined Benefit Pension Plan
  • Vesting after 10 years of service
  • Additional service credit for eligible previous public service, military service, etc

Other employee paid benefits such as Deferred Compensation Plan, Legal Resources, Supplemental Life Insurance, etc.

For more information, visit our benefits page on the Frederick County Government job opportunities webpage .
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

• Conduct diagnostic evaluations of communication disorders according to American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA) standards and code of ethics
• Interpret findings to the parent, guardian or responsible person
• Provide or coordinate services within natural environments for those with diagnosed communication impairments through FCITP or public and private community resources
• Utilize a coaching model of interaction with parents, caregivers, and colleagues.
• Embed early intervention services in naturally occurring family routines
• Assume responsibility for the interpretation, follow-up and distribution of evaluation findings to appropriate persons or agencies
• Attend weekly team meetings, Child Find meetings, parent conferences and other meetings as necessary
• Conduct assessments of infants, toddlers and preschool age children for speech, language or auditory impairments and provide full multidisciplinary evaluations when appropriate
• Conduct family assessments and develop functional IFSP's utilizing Routines Based Interviews.
• Design appropriate supports and services addressing speech and language development for infants, toddlers and preschool age children
• Educate parents, caregivers, professionals and others in principles of communication and language acquisition for children ages birth to kindergarten
• Develop, case manage, and implement Individual Family Service Plans
• Establish and maintain affiliation with community organizations
• Work in collaboration with providers in other disciplines to provide transdisciplinary services
• Perform other related duties as required

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Any single position may not be assigned all duties listed above, nor do the examples cover all duties that may be assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS
The qualifications / requirements, knowledge/skills/abilities and physical demands 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. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Master's degree in Speech-Language Pathology or in Speech Language and Hearing Science
• 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
• Some SLP experience working with infants, toddlers and/or preschoolers with developmental delays (internship may be considered)
• Possession of a valid automobile drivers license

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Knowledge of the standards set by ASHA and the Maryland State Board of Examiners for Speech Language Pathologists
• Knowledge of Maryland State laws, rules and regulations governing Speech Language Pathologists
• Knowledge of the development and implementation of Individualized Family Service Plans
• Ability to work positively and effectively with co-workers, children who have developmental delays and/or disabilities, and with other individuals
• Strong and effective spoken and written (English) communication skills

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS / WORKING CONDITIONS:

• While working in this position, the employee is frequently sitting, walking, driving; occasionally climbing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, lifting up to 20 pounds, lifting between 20-50 pounds, reaching and making repetitive motions.
• While working in this position, the employee is constantly indoors; frequently outdoors and potentially exposed to infectious diseases

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION / EXAMINATION PROCESS

• At the discretion of FCDC administrators, this position may be filled at the lower classification level of CF-SLP, requiring Master's degree, SLP experience as stated above, and MD State Provisional SLP license (or ability to obtain the MD Provisional SLP license before hire date). CCC must be obtained within 1 year following hire, at which time the employee becomes eligible for upgrade to the SLP rate of pay.
• 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 and drug test
4) A pre-employment fingerprint supported background investigation
This description reflects management's assignment of essential duties; it does not proscribe or restrict the tasks that may be assigned.
Retirement Plan:
A defined benefit retirement plan is provided for all regular County employees. Employees are automatically enrolled in either the Uniformed Plan (5 year vesting) or the Non-Uniformed Plan (5 year vesting, effective 07/01/2024) depending upon position classification. The majority of support for the plan is provided by the County; however, employees are required to make a mandatory pre-tax contribution towards their benefit. Retirement benefits are payable at normal, early or delayed retirement. Retirement benefits are also payable upon termination and in the event of death or disability.
Health Insurance :
County employees have a choice of two medical insurance plans, an In-Network (HMO) Plan or a High Deductible medical plan with a Health Care Savings Account, to provide coverage for medical and surgical expenses, hospital and emergency care expenses, mental health expenses and prescription drugs. The County and participants share in the cost of the health insurance with the employee having the benefit of pre tax contribution deductions. Medical insurance goes into effect on the first day of active employment.
Dental Insurance:
Employees may select coverage from one of three dental plan options, ranging from a PPO plan to a dental HMO plan. Coverage includes preventive care, fillings, crowns, bridges and dentures, and the cost of dental insurance is shared by both the County and the employee. Dental insurance goes into effect on the first day of the month that follows the eligible employee's completion of 30 days of active employment

NOTE: Employees working 75% or greater of a 35 or 40 hour position are eligible for health & dental insurance.
Flexible Spending Accounts:
The Flex Spending plan allows employees to pay health and day care expenses with pre-tax dollars. Employees may set aside part of their salary in a special account that can be used throughout the year to reimburse themselves for out-of-pocket medical expenses. The maximum contribution is $2,700 per year for Health Care Spending and $5,000 for Dependent Care Spending (work-related day care expenses). Examples of expenses that can be reimbursed for Health Care Spending include, but are not limited to: deductibles, co-payments, dental fees, chiropractors' services, and eyeglasses / contact lenses.
Life Insurance:
Employees are insured for 2 times their annual salary in case of death plus 2 times their annual salary for accidental death. Employees do not contribute to the premiums for this coverage. A Voluntary Life Insurance Program is offered to regular County employees. The plan allows employees to purchase individually owned term life insurance for themselves, spouses and dependents.
Savings Plan - Deferred Compensation:
The County offers a Section 457 Plan. Deferred compensation plans allow participants to save for retirement in either a pre tax or post tax (Roth) investment account. Contributions are invested at the employee's direction into one or more of the variety of investment options offered by the plan. Changes may be made to the contribution levels, investment options, etc. at any time.
Educational Reimbursement Program:
County employees who have successfully passed their probationary period may take up to two job-related courses per semester at any accredited educational institution. The benefit also covers the costs of job-related non-credit courses. If the employee receives a grade of at least a C, or successfully passes a non-credit course, the County reimburses the employee 75% of the costs of tuition, fees and books. If an employee doesn't remain employed with Frederick County Government for two years after a class is taken, the benefit needs to be reimbursed to FCG.
Employee Assistance Program:
This confidential assessment, referral and counseling service is available at no cost to all employees who may need help with a personal or job-related problem.
Leave
Annual Leave - Employees are eligible to use Annual Leave after their 6 month probationary period. Annual Leave accrues as follows: Years of service days per year
0 - 2 years 11 days
2 - 10 years 17 days
10 years 24 days
Sick Leave - Employees will earn sick leave at a rate of 15 days per calendar year.
Sick Leave may also be used for illness of an employee's child, dependent, spouse, parent or parent-in-law. There is no limit on the amount of sick leave accumulated. Unused Sick Leave may be used for additional credit in the pension plan at the time of retirement.

NOTE: Regular benefited part-time employees earn annual and sick leave on a pro-rated basis based on their actual number of hours worked biweekly up to their assigned number of regularly scheduled work hours.
Other available types of leave include, but are not limited to, Family Medical Leave, Bereavement, Jury, Military.
Holidays:
The County observes 10 holidays every year and 11 are observed on years of General Elections.
For additional information on Frederick County Governments benefit package, please visit the Division of Human Resources website at
All hires before January 1, 2012, will follow the all benefit and leave rules as described in the Personnel Rules amended October 3, 2013.
01

Do you have possession of a Master's degree in Speech-Language Pathology or in Speech Language and Hearing Science?

• I do not possess this degree
• I am currently working towards obtaining my Master's degree in this field
• I have my Master's degree in the field specified

02

How many years of SLP experience do you have, working with infants, toddlers and/or preschooleres with developmental delays?NOTE: Internships may be considered.

• I do not have any related experience
• I have 0-6 months of related experience
• I have 6-12 months of related experience
• I have 1 years of related experience

03

Please provide details regarding that work history in the text area below. The work history details provided should include the employer or organization name, dates of employment/service and the duties you performed.NOTE: If Human Resources staff is unable to confirm your related work experience, based on the information submitted, you will not be granted the requirement.
04

Do you have possession of licensure to practice Speech-Language Pathology in the State of MD?

• I do not have possession of this license
• I am currently obtaining the required license
• I have obtained SLP licensure
• I am currently obtaining the required Certificate of Clinical Competence
• I have obtained the Certificate of Clinical Competence

05

Do you have a valid automobile operator's license?

• Yes
• No

Required Question