Hearing & Speech Advanced Specialist Opt. MCC: Manual Commun
Location: Waukegan, IL, US, 60085
Job Requisition ID: 33141
Opening Date: 12/20/2023
Closing Date: 01/04/2024
Salary: Anticipated Salary: $6,422 - $9,687 per month. ($77,064 - $116,244 per year)
Job Type: Salaried Full TimeCounty: Lake
Number of Vacancies: 1
Plan/BU: RC063
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This position is a union position; therefore, provisions of the relevant collective bargaining agreement/labor contract apply to the filling of this position. While not required, a Resume/Curriculum Vitae (CV) is recommended. When applicable, titles that require specific coursework, professional license or certification will include a notation requesting the appropriate document(s) be uploaded in the Additional Documents section of your application.Failure to upload requested transcripts, license and/or proof of certification when specified may result in ineligibility. Please note that the Department of Human Services must verify proof of higher education for any degree earned (if applicable) regardless of vacancy title before any offer can be extended.
Applications submitted via email or any paper manner (mail, fax, hand delivery) will not be considered.
Posting Identification Number 10-70-33141
Position Overview
The Division of Developmental Disabilities is seeking to hire a Hearing and Speech Advanced Specialist for the Kiley Developmental Center located in Waukegan, Illinois to coordinate the entire hearing and speech services program. Recruits graduate students for internship training and clinical practicums.Develops and implements comprehensive speech, language and hearing services. Utilizes manual communication skills with individuals who are deaf and/or hard of hearing.
Job Responsibilities
Coordinates hearing and speech services at the Kiley Developmental Center.
Provides direct professional clinical speech pathology and audiology services to an assigned caseload.
Develops and oversees practicums for graduate students for internship training and clinical practicums.
Serves as designated lead worker.
Functions as a member of an Interdisciplinary Team.
Prepares routine and specialized reports.
Translates functions/procedures into sign language for individuals who are deaf and/or hard of hearing.
Performs other duties as required or assigned which are reasonably within the scope of the duties enumerated above.
Minimum Qualifications
Requires possession of a masters degree in speech-language pathology or audiology from an approved program.
Requires a license to practice speech-language pathology or audiology from the Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation (DFPR).
Require a valid, current Professional Educator License (PEL) with endorsement as a speech-language pathologist (either teaching or non-teaching) issued by the Illinois State Board of Education (ISBE).
Requires three (3) years of directly related clinical experience in an advanced clinical setting.
Requires the ability to communicate in sign language at a colloquial skill level.
Conditions of Employment
Requires the ability to work after business hours, weekends and holidays.
Requires the ability to utilize office equipment, including personal computers.
Requires the ability to travel in the performance of job duties, with overnight stays as appropriate.
Requires ability to pass the IDHS background check.
Requires ability to pass a drug screen for drugs prohibited from recreational use under Illinois Law.- The conditions of employment listed here are incorporated and related to any of the job duties as listed in the job description.
Work Hours: 8:00am - 4:30pm Monday-Friday
AdministrationWork Location: 1401 W Dugdale Rd Waukegan, IL 60085-6263
Division of Developmental Disabilities
Kiley Developmental Center
Hearing and SpeechAgency Contact: DHS.HiringUnit@Illinois.gov
Job Family: Health Services; Social Services
About the Agency:
The Illinois Department of Human Services serves families in need all across Illinois. Our mission is providing equitable access to social services, supports, programs and resources to enhance the lives of all who we serve. We are committed to the core values of Human Dignity, Equity, Community, Urgency, Transparency and Kindness.
As a State of Illinois Employee, you will receive a robust benefit package that includes the following:
A Pension Program
Competitive Group Insurance Benefits including Health, Life, Dental and Vision Insurance
3 Paid Personal Business Days annually
12 Paid Sick Days annually (Sick days carry over from year to year)- 25 Days of Paid Vacation time annually - (10 days in year one of employment)
- Personal, Sick, & Vacation rates modified for 12-hour Work Schedules (as applicable)
13 Paid Holidays annually, 14 on even numbered years
Flexible Work Schedules (when available dependent upon position)
10 Weeks Paid Maternity/Paternity Leave
Deferred Compensation Program - A supplemental retirement plan
Optional Pre-Tax Programs such as Medical Care Assistance Plan (MCAP), Dependent Care Assistance Plan (DCAP)
Tuition Reimbursement Program and Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program eligibility
5% Salary Differential for Bilingual Positions
Commuter Savings Program (Chicago only)
For more information about our benefits please follow this link: https://www2.illinois.gov/cms/benefits/Pages/default.aspx
APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS
Must apply online.
The main form of communication will be through email. Please check your junk mail, spam, or other folder for communication(s) regarding any submitted application(s). You may receive emails from the following addresses:
- donotreply@SIL-P1.ns2cloud.com
- systems@SIL-P1.ns2cloud.com
Pay: $6,422.00 - $9,687.00 per month
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Disability insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Loan repayment program
- Opportunities for advancement
- Paid time off
- Pet insurance
- Professional development assistance
- Retirement plan
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday
Work setting:
- In-person
People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply
Application Question(s):
- Do you possess a valid, current Professional Educator License (PEL) with endorsement as a speech-language pathologist (either teaching or non-teaching) issued by the Illinois State Board of Education (ISBE)?
- Do you possess a license to practice speech-language pathology or audiology from the Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation (DFPR)?
- Do you possess of a masters degree in speech-language pathology or audiology from an approved program?
- Do you possess three (3) years of directly related clinical experience in an advanced clinical setting?
- Do you possess the ability to communicate in sign language at a colloquial skill level?
Education:
- Master's (Required)
License/Certification:
- Speech-Language Pathology or Audiology License (Required)
- Professional Educator License (PEL) (Required)
Work Location: In person