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Office of State Human ResourcesDivision
Temporary SolutionsJob Classification Title
Speech And Language Pathologist (NS)Position Number
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Description of Work
This is a temporary position and there are no leave or retirement benefits offered with this position. Temporary employees who work an annual average of 30 or more hours per week may be eligible for health insurance coverage under the High Deductible Health Plan (HDHP). For more information on Health Benefits offered visit www.shpnc.org.Visit www.nctemporarysolutions.com for employment information.
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Individuals hired into a temporary State job must be fully qualified for the job. OSHR supports the Governor's Job Ready initiative and seeks to expand a temporary skill set to enhance their qualifications for State government and private sector jobs. Exposure to an agency's culture, process, procedures, and potential learning opportunities can provide valuable experience to those who may seek permanent employment with the state.
This temporary position is with NC DHHS DCFW CDSA, located at 2500 Heart Drive, Asheville NC, Buncombe County.
Job Order Hourly Rate of Pay: $42.00 (Based on education and/or years of relevant work experience reflected on the application).
NC DHHS – Division of Child and Family Wellbeing, Children’s Development Services Agency (DCFW CDSA) is seeking a Speech and Language Pathologist (SLP). The ideal candidate for this role will have a licensure in good standing and will work in a multi-disciplinary pediatric setting. They will be able to apply their knowledge of the principles, techniques, and methods of speech/language pathology applicable to children birth to three years of age. This includes speech and language development, articulation, phonology, oral-motor function and pediatric dysphagia. The selected candidate will be personable and able to deal tactfully and effectively with patients, patients’ families, medical personnel, and other CDSA staff members, and public.
The selected candidate will:
* Travel throughout a 4-county area (Buncombe, Madison, Henderson and Transylvania) as needed - Travel reimbursement or state vehicle provided
* Apply working knowledge of augmentative communication options and devices for this population
* Deliver SLP services both in-person and virtually
* Evaluate patient response and progress and to present evaluative reports in case staffings and multi-disciplinary team meetings
Knowledge Skills and Abilities/Management Preferences
Effective July 1, 2025, candidates now meet the minimum qualifications of a position if they have the minimum education and experience listed from the class specification. The Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities listed within this vacancy announcement will be used only as management preferences and will be used to screen for the most qualified pool of applicants.
- Considerable knowledge of services, policies and procedures related to area of specialization
- Ability to utilize relevant technology (software and systems) to meet organizational needs
- Ability to identify and understand issues, problems, and opportunities; use effective approaches for choosing a course of action or developing appropriate solutions
- Ability to present ideas clearly and effectively in written form and adjust language or terminology to meet the needs of the audience
- Ability to use correct grammar, organization, and structure
Highly Preferred:
- Master’s Degree in Communication Disorders/Speech-Language Pathology and 2 years of experience as a Speech/Language Pathologist
- Additional Licensure or Certification Preferred: Certification of Clinical Competence by the American Speech Language Hearing Association
- Licensed to practice as a speech/language pathologist in the state of North Carolina
Minimum Education and Experience
Some state job postings say you can qualify by an “equivalent combination of education and experience.” If that language appears below, then you may qualify through EITHER years of education OR years of directly related experience, OR a combination of both. See the Education and Experience Equivalency Guide for details.
Licensed by the Board of Examiners for Speech and Language Pathologists and Audiologist.
EEO Statement
The State of North Carolina is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and dedicated to providing employees with a work environment free from all forms of unlawful employment discrimination, harassment, or retaliation. The state provides reasonable accommodation to employees and applicants with disabilities; known limitations related to pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions; and for religious beliefs, observances, and practices.
Recruiter:
Janice Scott KearneyRecruiter Email:
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