Job Information
State of Tennessee Job Information
Opening Date / Time 11 / 21 / 2025 12 : 00AM Central Time Closing Date / Time 11 / 27 / 2025 11 : 59PM Central Time Salary (Monthly) $5,100.00 - $7,646.00 Salary (Annually) $61,200.00 - $91,752.00 Job Type Full-Time City, State Location Arlington, TN Department Disability and Aging (DDA)
LOCATION OF (1) POSITION(S) TO BE FILLED : DEPARTMENT OF DISABILITY AND AGING (DDA), WEST TENNESSEE COMMUNITY HOMES DIVISION, SHELBY COUNTY
A Motor Vehicle Records screening will be conducted prior to employment.
This position is designed as Work from Home (Remote) or This position is designed as Hybrid (In office and Remote).
This position requires a criminal background check. Therefore, you may be required to provide information about your criminal history in order to be considered for this position.
Qualifications
Education and Experience : Possession of a master's degree in speech and language pathology, including practicum from an accredited college or university, and licensure by the state board of examiners of speech language pathology and audiology.
Necessary Special Qualifications : Licensed by the state board of examiners of speech language pathology and audiology.
Examination Method : Education and Experience,100%, for Preferred Service positions.
Overview
Summary : Under general supervision, is responsible for professional speech and language therapy and diagnostic duties of average difficulty; and performs related work as required.
Distinguishing Features : This is the working level class in the Speech and Lang Pathologist sub-series. An employee in this class provides a full range of professional speech therapy for developmentally delayed children and adults. This class differs from that of Speech & Lang Clinical Fellow in that an incumbent of the latter is fulfilling the licensure requirement of obtaining a full-time professional fellowship year under direct supervision of a licensed Speech & Lang Pathologist. This class differs from that of Speech & Lang Pathology Dir in that an incumbent of the latter plans and directs a comprehensive rehabilitative speech therapy program and supervises incumbents of this class.
Responsibilities
Getting Information :
- Gathers information from persons served, caregivers, families, medical charts, other therapists and medical professionals, and by direct observation for assessment, screening, monitoring, intervention, and comprehensive evaluation purposes.
Monitoring Processes, Materials, or Surroundings :
Monitors how persons served perform tasks to make sure that they can perform them safely and to increase their independence.Monitors effectiveness of speech language pathology programs, including but not limited to dysphagia, oral motor, mealtime, and communication to determine if anything needs to be modified.Monitors how caregivers are implementing programs to see if anything needs to be modified or if staff needs additional training.Monitors use of equipment to make sure that it is being used effectively and functionally.Serves as a member of an interdisciplinary therapy team to monitor individual-specific therapy programs and make recommendations regarding their effectiveness.Identifying Objects, Actions, and Events :
Identifies changes in health status and / or behavior so that modifications to interventions and supports can be made.Inspecting Equipment, Structures, or Material :
Evaluates communication and / or mealtime equipment and materials to identify potential problems or defects to determine their effectiveness and the need to modify or replace.Estimating the Quantifiable Characteristics of Products, Events, or Information :
Estimates the frequency and duration of interventions needed to provide persons served with the services, supports, and / or equipment they need.Determines the amount and cost of services and materials that will be needed for equipment and other identified supports.Judging the Qualities of Things, Services, or People :
Assesses skills, barriers, health, and safety needs of persons served and / or staff to determine the need for interventions related to speech language pathology performance to maintain or improve quality of life.Processing Information :
Administers general and / or specialized assessments related to speech language pathology performance as established by best practice to determine the need for intervention.Evaluating Information to Determine Compliance with Standards :
Evaluates speech language pathology interventions to ensure compliance with professional, facility, state, and federal guidelines.Analyzing Data or Information :
Analyzes data collected during individual-specific assessments and for ongoing services to determine the most appropriate intervention(s) for each person served.Making Decisions and Solving Problems :
Develops individual treatment strategies to promote optimal health and performance in activities of daily living, work, and leisure related to speech language pathology.Thinking Creatively :
Develops, designs, creates, or customizes equipment, treatments, or interventions to assist in achieving optimal person-centered outcomes.Updating and Using Relevant Knowledge :
Maintains professional credentials and licensure required to perform job duties.Attends conferences, in-service training, continuing education meetings, and other related meetings to stay up-to-date in the speech language pathology field.Developing Objectives and Strategies :
Uses a person-centered approach to establish the plan of care to facilitate completion of outcomes and actions by the individual.Scheduling Work and Activities :
Collaborates with team members and others to establish schedules for coordination of care.Organizing, Planning, and Prioritizing Work :
Organizes and prioritizes personal workload to ensure timely and accurate completion of work.Handling and Moving Objects :
Uses hands and arms to perform assessments, interventions, move equipment and materials, and position / reposition persons served.Controlling Machines and Processes :
Utilizes assistive technology to improve independence, health, and safety of persons served.Interacting with Computers :
Uses computers and computer systems (including hardware and software) to complete job duties.Drafting, Laying Out, and Specifying Technical Devices, Parts, and Equipment :
Provides instructions for use and care of assistive technology and equipment related to speech language pathology.Repairing and Maintaining Mechanical Equipment :
Coordinates and / or makes repairs and maintains mechanical devices that improve the independence, health, and safety of persons served.Repairing and Maintaining Electronic Equipment :
Coordinates and / or makes repairs and maintains electronic devices that improve the independence, health, and safety of persons served.Documenting / Recording Information :
Documents assessments and interventions completed and services provided to meet professional, facility, state, and federal guidelines.Interpreting the Meaning of Information for Others :
Develops instructions for staff / caregivers as it relates to their plans of care.Explains assessment results, medical terminology, and plans of care to provide clarity and understanding in a manner appropriate for the individuals served as well as families / caregivers and other professionals.Communicating with Supervisors, Peers, or Subordinates :
Communicates effectively with team members, supervisors, and co-workers in person and through phone calls, emails, and written communications.Communicating with Persons Outside Organization :
Communicates effectively with families, conservators, advocates, vendors, and others outside the department in person and through phone calls, emails, and written communications.Establishing and Maintaining Interpersonal Relationships :
Develops and maintains professional working relationships with internal and external business partners.Assisting and Caring for Others :
Provides education and support to persons served, and family members / caregivers.Coordinating the Work and Activities of Others :
Coordinates the workload with internal and external customers as required to facilitate timely and accurate task completion.Developing and Building Teams :
Models effective performance for co-workers and direct support staff to encourage success and enhance trust.Training and Teaching Others :
Develops formal educational or training programs within scope of practice.Implements trainings for staff, family, and caregivers.Identifies the educational needs of staff, family, and caregivers.Guiding, Directing, and Motivating Subordinates :
Provides guidance and direction to staff, family, and caregivers, including setting performance standards and monitoring performance.Coaching and Developing Others :
Provides feedback and information to co-workers / peers in order to encourage optimal performance.Provide Consultation and Advice to Others :
Provides guidance and expert advice to management and others on technical systems, or process related topics.Performing Administrative Activities :
Files documentation as necessary.Competencies (KSA's)
Competencies :
Learning on the FlyProblem SolvingConflict ManagementPerseverancePresentation SkillsWritten CommunicationCompassionEthics and ValuesManaging Vision and PurposeSelf-DevelopmentKnowledge :
Education and TrainingSkills :
Active LearningActive ListeningCritical ThinkingLearning StrategiesMonitoringReading ComprehensionSpeakingWritingScienceInstructingNegotiationPersuasionService OrientationSocial PerceptivenessComplex Problem SolvingEquipment MaintenanceInstallationOperation and ControlTechnology DesignTroubleshootingJudgment and Decision MakingTime ManagementAbilities :
Category FlexibilityDeductive ReasoningFluency of IdeasInductive ReasoningOral ComprehensionOral ExpressionManual DexterityMultilimb CoordinationSpeech RecognitionNear VisionTools & Equipment
Personal ComputerTelephoneFax MachineDigital CameraPrinterBasic Hand Tools Screwdriver, Allen Wrench
