Speech and Language Pathologist #0620-447 at Contra Costa County Office Of Education
About the Employer
The Contra Costa County Office of Education is a unique agency. One of 58 counties in the state of California, Contra Costa County has the 11th largest public school student population in the state. Officially established in 1932, the CCCOE has a long history of providing direct services to some of our county's most vulnerable students, including young people who are incarcerated, homeless or in foster care, as well as students who have severe physical or emotional challenges. CCCOE also provides support services to schools and school districts in Contra Costa County; services that can be handled most effectively and economically on a regional basis rather than by each of the county's 261 schools or 18 school districts. These services range from budget approval and fiscal support, to technology infrastructure and communication support. In addition, CCCOE provides some of the best, high level professional development opportunities for educators in the entire state. The County Office of Education is an essential part of Contra Costa's outstanding public school system. Overall, our county's students rank high on virtually every measure of achievement – from test scores to college entrance rates. For more information about the County Office's programs and services, we invite you to visit our website at www.cccoe.k12.ca.us
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SPEECH AND LANGUAGE THERAPIST
SPECIAL EDUCATION
QUALIFICATIONS
Applicants must possess either
An appropriate valid California Clinical Rehabilitation Credential with authorization in Speech/Language/Hearing
or
· A Master’s degree in Communication Disorders, have passed CBEST and have a valid license from the Speech-Language Pathology and Audiology Board. (CFY supervision is available.)
or
· If one of the above qualifications cannot be met, individuals with a bachelor's degree in Speech Pathology will be considered for this position.
Applicant also should possess a knowledge and understanding of SH and SMH students.
THE POSITION
Specific duties of this position, performed under direction, will include:
· Perform appropriate speech, hearing, and language assessments;
· Develop student's Individual Education Plan (IEP);
· Provide individual/group therapy for students as specified in the IEP and/or in consultation with staff;
· Participate in the evaluation of student progress;
· Work cooperatively with students, staff, parents, support staff, district personnel and other agencies;
· Provide assistive communication, including state of the art technology, expertise and direct services;
· Serve students of all ages (infants to age 22) with multiple handicaps, including the medically fragile;
· Travel to/from several sites daily.
Essential job functions for this position would include verbal communication in English; standing and sitting for extended periods of time, and occasional lifting of SH/SMH students.
COMPENSATION
· Teacher’s salary schedule placement dependent upon applicable experience and education.
* Credit for education is given for each semester unit earned after completion of a BA degree.
* Credit for years of applicable experience will be based on:
* Year for year experience as a Speech and Language Therapist in a school setting
* One year credit for every two years worked as a licensed Speech Therapist in a non-school setting.
* Other applicable experience will be evaluated
· Additional annual compensation for Master's and Doctorate per year.
Requirements / Qualifications
Applicants must possess or qualify for: • A valid California Clinical Rehabilitative Services Credential authorizing Speech Services OR • A valid California Speech-Language Pathology License with Master's degree in Communication Disorders • A valid Driver's License
Resume, transcripts and copies of credentials are required with application. Please see detailed job descriptions and supplemental information available at www.cocoschools.org/careers The Human Resources Department of the Contra Costa County Office of Education will make reasonable efforts in recruitment and examination process to accommodate applicants with disabilities. If you need an accommodation, please call (925) 942-3387. To provide and maintain a workplace that is free of recognized hazards, the Contra Costa County Office of Education requires that new employees be fully vaccinated against COVID-19. Any offer of employment is contingent upon presenting proof of full vaccination against COVID-19.
Requirements / Qualifications
Applicants must possess or qualify for: • A valid California Clinical Rehabilitative Services Credential authorizing Speech Services OR • A valid California Speech-Language Pathology License with Master's degree in Communication Disorders • A valid Driver's License
Resume, transcripts and copies of credentials are required with application. Please see detailed job descriptions and supplemental information available at www.cocoschools.org/careers The Human Resources Department of the Contra Costa County Office of Education will make reasonable efforts in recruitment and examination process to accommodate applicants with disabilities. If you need an accommodation, please call (925) 942-3387. To provide and maintain a workplace that is free of recognized hazards, the Contra Costa County Office of Education requires that new employees be fully vaccinated against COVID-19. Any offer of employment is contingent upon presenting proof of full vaccination against COVID-19.
Comments and Other Information
The Contra Costa County Office of Education provides a full range of services to meet the needs of students with disabilities throughout the county. The Special Education Department serves students from birth to age 22 with a variety of disabilities including but not limited to autism, intellectual disabilities, emotional disturbance, speech and language disorder, specific learning disability, and students with vision, hearing and health impairments.
The Speech-Language Pathologist provides both direct and consultation services to students enrolled at the Mauzy School in Alamo, CA and associated CCCOE Special Education programs in East Contra Costa County.
Comments and Other Information
The Contra Costa County Office of Education provides a full range of services to meet the needs of students with disabilities throughout the county. The Special Education Department serves students from birth to age 22 with a variety of disabilities including but not limited to autism, intellectual disabilities, emotional disturbance, speech and language disorder, specific learning disability, and students with vision, hearing and health impairments.
The Speech-Language Pathologist provides both direct and consultation services to students enrolled at the Mauzy School in Alamo, CA and associated CCCOE Special Education programs in East Contra Costa County.
Application Deadline
Until Filled
Date Posted
12/20/2021
Contact
Kasie White
925 942-3371
925 942-3371
Number of Openings
1
Salary
Add'l Salary Info
Appropriate placement on Certificated Salary Schedule, available on our website www.cocoschools.org/careers. Comprehensive benefits included.
Length of Work Year
1.0 FTE, 6.5 hours/day, 189 days/year
Employment Type
Full Time
Date Needed
2020-2021 School Year
Location
Mauzy School, Alamo, CA and East Contra Costa County CCCOE Program Sites