Department: Special Services Department
Reports To: Director of Early Intervention Services
Classification: Certificated/Exempt (180 days over 12 months)
Salary Range: $70,360.00 (MA/0) - $85,017.96 (MA/10 ) based on Salary Schedule Placement
Location: Walla Walla, WA

Position Open Until Filled

SUMMARY: ESD 123 is seeking a Speech and Language Pathologist position to support infants and toddlers within the Early Intervention program for the 2024/2025 school/fiscal year. The speech and language pathologist is a full-time, certificated position directly responsible for the delivery of high quality services to support families with their infants and toddlers with developmental delays and disabilities. This position will be required to work 180 days over 12 months versus a 9 months school year. 

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Assist in the organization and implementation of Child Find activities for infants and toddlers at risk for disabilities.
• Identify children with communication disorders through screening and evaluation procedures.
• Evaluate eligibility for early intervention services using a variety of quantitative and qualitative measures.
• Recognize the families' role as decision makers in the early intervention process
• Participate on the evaluation team comprised of educational, therapeutic, and other special services staff.
• Participate in the IFSP committee, designing outcomes for children based on family priorities and child's functional development in the context of the family's everyday life. 
• Provide regularly scheduled early support services for families in all areas of child development, focused on speech language therapy services to children eligible for services.
• Maintain appropriate therapy service records, schedule of services, and data demonstrating child progress as a result of SLP intervention.
• Provide consultation and technical assistance to parents educational staff regarding speech language disorders for children.
• Assist in providing in-service training for staff.
• Participate in training activities which facilitate professional growth in area of assignment.
• Maintain confidentiality. 
• Follow all applicable Board Policies and Procedures. 
• Other duties as assigned. 

Supervisory: Assists in the oversight and supervision of administrative staff, Itinerant staff and contractors.

OTHER JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Assists in the ongoing process of securing funds through grant writing, expanding of agency and district programs and utilization of resources to sustain and expand programs;
• Provide required reports according to agency, district, and OSPI policies and deadlines;
• Ensure compliance with HIPPAA, FERPA, state and federal confidentiality, data reporting requirements, and laws.

Performs related duties as assigned.*

*Related duties as required are duties that may not be specifically listed in the Position Description but are within the general occupational series and responsibility level typically associated with the employee's classification of work.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Master's Degree in Speech Language Pathology or Audiology.
• ESA Certification in the State of Washington as a Speech Language Pathologist
• ASHA Certificate of Clinical Competence preferred.
• Verifiable successful experience in working with children and their families, in the rehabilitation of communication disorders.
• Experience and comfort with teletherapy practices.
• Bilingual in English and Spanish preferred.

 WSP/ FBI background clearance required.

 Requires knowledge of:

• ESD 123 Special Programs philosophy and practice;
• IDEA Part C, Early Support of Infants and Toddlers Program Guiding Concepts, policies and recommended practices.
• Exceptional skill in human relations, verbal and written communications, and leadership.
• Exceptional ability to lead, work, and communicate (orally and in writing) effectively with co-workers, school district staff, community organizations, and stakeholders.
• Working Knowledge of Washington State Special Education Rules and Regulations (WAC 392-172) as they pertain to children with communication disorders.

 Requires the ability to:

• Travel to homes as required.

MUST HAVE VALID DRIVERS LICENSE AND CAR INSURANCE POSITION BENEFITS:

• Opportunities to receive on the job training
• Access to full benefits (Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance. Retirement Account. Medical Reimbursement Account, Life and Long-Term Disability Insurance etc.)
  • SEBB Insurance Benefits 
• Access to the agency's wellness program
• Paid sick and personal leave (12 days per year)
• Receive customary school breaks with summer off
• Access to digital assessment tools 
• Access to updated assessment and technology 
• Ability to work independently 
• Opportunity to telecommute 

• Proactive self-starter. A strong sense of taking initiative moving forward without waiting to be told what to do and how to do it.
• Flexible and can thrive in a fast paced environment where you may have to wear several hats.
• Possess confidence while being humble- lack excessive ego or concern about status. Willing to share credit, emphasize team over self and define success collectively rather than individually.
• Hungry- always looking for more. More things to do, learn, and take responsibility for. Constantly thinking about the next step an opportunity.
• Smart- have common sense about people. Good judgement and intuition around the subtleties of group dynamics and the impact of your words and actions.

• "Yes, that is possible. Let me handle it, I'll figure it out."
• "I am not sure, but I will find out for you."
• "I have not done that before, but I can do it."
• "I take a see-it, own-it, solve-it, do-it approach."

About our Team and Agency:
Helping students realize their dreams and aspirations is at the heart of everything we do at ESD 123. We accomplish this by embracing our employees as One Team, and operating with loyalty and commitment through compassion, dedication, and collaboration. At ESD 123, we strive to offer the highest quality customer experience by committing to our Culture Playbook, and always looking for ways to say, “Yes, and…” Each member of our ESD team must be humble, hungry, and smart, with a focus on making his or her teammates look good while working toward achieving our mission. 

We want this position to be one that you are or can be passionate about and look forward to embracing. We want you to grow, be challenged, and have fun while doing things that you are skilled at and enjoy. We are looking for someone who is proud to join our ESD One Team! 

Working Conditions/Physical Requirements:
Work is performed primarily in an office environment; however, travel may be required to local school districts and program sites, and for workshops, committee representation and conferences at local, regional, and state level. Sitting for extended periods of time may be required. Lifts and carries a maximum of 35 pounds. Adequate manual and finger dexterity, hearing, speech, and vision are necessary to perform the essential functions of this position.

Hazards: Those present in a normal office environment; no known significant hazards.