Specialized Services SLP

Overview

We are seeking a current Cuyahoga DD Speech Language Pathologist to provide specialized, direct therapeutic interventions and services to individuals eligible for Cuyahoga DD services with complex or intense needs.  The nature of work will include but is not limited to the following:

• Complete Speech Language Pathology (SLP) related assessments, work with the person’s team to identify and prioritize goals, develop and use therapeutic activities and equipment to directly and frequently implement treatment plans for individuals with complex or intense needs.
• Participate in Interdisciplinary team meetings led by the person’s Support Administrator to determine the Speech Language Pathology services and supports needed, including identifying priority services, the manner and frequency of direct/intense service delivery, and the frequency of additional meetings to evaluate service progress.  Collaborate/coordinate with other professionals as needed. 
• Create appropriate data collection materials and collect data on the progress of these interventions to routinely share with the team and adjust activities and treatment plans as needed.
• Educate and train families and providers to implement and use appropriate therapeutic activities and equipment, including communication devices in between therapist visits and on-going.  Provide data collection materials as needed. 
• Use new and emerging assessment and intervention strategies for individuals with complex and intense support needs where applicable to support the best possible outcomes. 
• Support individuals with complex and intense needs in Cuyahoga DD respite and ICF homes as assigned.
• Complete initial and ongoing training for PBS-CR and implement strategies as needed.
• Direct and provide clinical supervision to Speech Language Pathology interns as needed.
• Represent Cuyahoga DD and participate in related stakeholder committees and workgroups as directed.
• Provide training at Cuyahoga DD, provider or other community sites regarding interventions and services for individuals with complex and intense needs. 

SALARY:  Per the MOU signed October 2025 between Cuyahoga DD and ACCESS, internal candidates will receive a one-time salary increase of 3% upon accepting the new position.

PROBATIONARY PERIOD:  Per the MOU referenced above, Internal candidates who have successfully completed a probationary period per Article 12 of the CBA will serve a 120-day probationary period in the new specialized position. Internal candidates shall have the option to return to a previously held position within 30 days of hire, provided a vacancy exists in the previously held position. Management may, after conferring with the employee and provided a valid vacancy exists, return an employee to a previously held position within 120 calendar days that is vacant due to a separation or another internal candidate hired into the new specialized position. An employee who returns to a previously held position will revert to their previous salary schedule upon return to the previous position.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Speech Language Pathology
• Licensed as a Speech Language Pathologist by the State of Ohio.
• Minimum 1 year experience providing direct SLP services to individuals with complex and intense needs. 
• Valid state of Ohio driver's license and continued maintenance of excellent driving record.
• Applicant must be a current SLP with the Cuyahoga County Board of Developmental Disabilities.
• Applicants must upload a cover letter outlining their interest in this position.

Application Deadline:  Open until filled.

Application Procedure:  

• All applicants must apply ONLINE. 
• Current Cuyahoga DD employees are required to upload at least a detailed letter of interest that outlines your interest in this position and highlights your qualifications for this position.
• All candidates are asked to create an online profile and you may be asked to answer a series of questions.
• Immediately after applying, you will receive a confirmation of receipt by email.  If you do not receive that email, check your spam folder.  For any further questions about the application process, see the FAQ link below.  

Equal Opportunity, Diversity, and Inclusion:   The Cuyahoga County Board of DD is committed to treating every individual, family, employee, and applicant with dignity, respect and compassion regardless of a person’s sex, ancestry, national original, race, color, age, religion, disability, military or veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity/gender expression, genetic information, or social, economic or political affiliation. 

Compassion, trust, and mutual respect are at the core of our commitment to diversity and inclusion.  The Cuyahoga County Board of DD fosters and promotes an inclusive environment that leverages the unique contributions of diverse individuals and organizations in all aspects of our work. We know that by bringing diverse individuals and viewpoints together we can collectively and more effectively create opportunities for a better life for the individuals we support. Diversity and inclusion are at the heart of what it means for people with developmental disabilities to live, learn, work, and play in the community. 

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- Individuals who may need assistance with the application process should contact Human Resources.

- Questions about the application process?  Review answers to our FAQs here: FAQS and How to Contact H.R.

- All Job tentative offers are made with the understanding that prospective new employees pass a drug test and background check prior to being hired. 

Cuyahoga DD is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

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Salary : $65,000