Early Intervention Speech and Language Therapist - CYFS
Posting Begin Date: 2025/09/26
Posting End Date: 2025/12/21
Category: Human Services
Work Type: Full Time
Remote: Flexible Hybrid
Location: Ponderay, ID, United States
Minimum Salary: 28.78
Maximum Salary: 29.46
Pay Rate Type: Hourly
Description
DEDICATED TO STRENGTHENING THE HEALTH, SAFETY, AND INDEPENDENCE OF IDAHOANS
The Infant Toddler Program is an Early Intervention Program that serves children ages birth through 3 years old. OurEarly Intervention Speech and Language Therapists work with families to identify the settings and everyday activities that are unique to each family and work on goals that are the parent/caregiver priorities for their child. We provide family coaching, developmental therapy, speech therapy, occupational therapy, physical therapy, service coordination, PLAY Project, Infant Mental Health, vision, and hearing support. This position is located in ourPonderayoffice.
This position may be eligible for telework after successful completion of probation and necessary training. Approval to telecommute is not guaranteed and subject to termination at any time.
This is an ongoing announcement which means at the time applicants apply, we may or may not have an opening. Those applicants that take and pass the exam to show they meet the minimum qualifications will be placed on the referral list. When a position becomes available, the hiring supervisor will then directly contact those applicants they wish to interview off the referral list.
The Idaho Department of Health & Welfare is a drug-free workplace. Any applicant offered employment in this position at the Idaho Department of Health and Welfare will be required to pass a pre-employment drug test. In addition, successful candidates will be required to complete a criminal history background investigation. Employment is dependent upon satisfactory results of the investigation.
BENEFITS:
BEST RETIREMENT AVAILABLE IN THE NATION
We have one of the Nation's best state retirement systems (https://www.persi.idaho.gov/members-1/) (PERSI) that offers a lifetime benefit.
OTHER EXCELLENT BENEFITS
11 paid holidays
Generous vacation and sick leave accrual beginning as soon as you start
Paid parental leave (https://dhr.idaho.gov/information-for-state-employees/)
Medical, dental, vision insurance - incredible rates! (full-time/30+ hours per week)
PERSI Choice 401(k)
Deferred compensation plan
Life insurance
Short and long-term disability insurance
Student Loan Forgiveness (https://studentaid.gov/manage-loans/forgiveness-cancellation/public-service)
Wellness programs
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
Wide variety of training opportunities
Some positions offer flexible hours and/or telecommuting
EXAMPLE OF DUTIES:
Administer diagnostic evaluations to assess, analyze, interpret and document child's skills and function to determine eligibility for program services, identify child's developmental status and inform intervention needs and support strategies.
Participate in Individualized Family Service Plan (IFSP) goal development, progress reviews and transition planning with team members and family.
Design, implement, assess and adjust intervention practices with the child's family and Infant Toddler Team for effective functional development and progress.
Conduct intervention sessions in the child's natural environment as identified in the IFSP using routine-based interventions with caregiver participation.
Model and apply effective evidence-based practices related to the birth to age 3 population, including adult learning methods, and teaming.
Serve as primary interventionist representing and in collaboration with the multi-disciplinary team.
Submit and maintain documentation of each service delivered to the child including consultation or coaching with the participating caregiver according to program established timelines and processes.
Schedule intervention and evaluation appointments with families; state vehicles are available for provider transportation to and from sessions according to policy.
Participate with and invest in exchanging expertise during regular meetings with team members and with community partners.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
You must possess all the minimum qualifications below to pass the exam for this position. Please make sure your resume or work history supports your meeting the minimum qualifications for this position. Failure to do this may disqualify you from being considered for this position. It is highly recommended to attach a one-page cover letter to your application to demonstrate how you meet the requirements below.
Licensure as a speech-language pathologist in accordance with Idaho Code 54-2913
Applicants must possess a valid driver's license.
Learn About a Career with DHW (https://healthandwelfare.idaho.gov/about-dhw/dhw-careers)
If you have questions, please contact us at:
Email is the quickest way to get an answer to your questions.
(answered Monday through Friday during business hours MST)
EMAIL: [email protected]
PHONE: (208) 334-0681
EEO/ADA/Veteran:
The State of Idaho is committed to providing equal employment opportunities and prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities and prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on their race, color, religion, political affiliation or belief, sex, national origin, genetics, or any other status protected under applicable federal, state, or local laws.
The State of Idaho is committed to access and reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities, auxiliary aids and services are available upon request. If you require an accommodation at any step in our recruitment process, you are encouraged to contact (208) 334-2263 (TTY/TTD: 711), or email[email protected].
Preference may be given to veterans who qualify under state and federal laws and regulations.
