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Salary1.0 FTE on a 190 day work calendar
Location: Albany and District Locations
Competitive Salary and Benefits Package
Start Date: August 22, 2024
Application process
Applications are available at http://www.lblesd.k12.or.us/employment
A complete application consists of
Online Application
Resume
Cover letter
Three current letters of reference
Copy of University Transcripts (Successful candidates will be required to provide official transcripts before completion of the hiring process)
Copy of License
Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply for jobs unless they believe they meet every one of the qualifications as described in the job description. We are most interested in finding the best candidate for the job, and that candidate may be the one who comes from a less traditional background. We would encourage you to apply, even if you don’t believe you meet every one of our qualifications described. If you are unsure whether you meet the qualifications of this position, or how this would be determined, please feel free to contact the Executive Human Resource Officer, Kate Marrone: kate.marrone@lblesd.k12.or.us. to discuss your application.
AUDIOLOGIST – Cascade Regional Inclusive Services
Classification: Licensed 190-day calendar
Reports to: Cascade Regional Inclusive Services Director
FSLA Status: Exempt
POSITION OVERVIEW
The audiologist is a unique and highly skilled member of the Cascade Regional Inclusive Services. This provider is part of a team of exceptional educators offering a multidisciplinary approach to serve students with low incidence disabilities in all of our constituent districts. This rewarding assignment provides audiological screening and evaluation as well as habilitation supports for the students and families of our most needy and at-risk populations. As part of our regional delivery model, the specialist in this position is surrounded by a team of professionals to consult, problem solve and coordinate educational supports for students with hearing needs across our tri-county area.
QUALIFICATIONS
1. Master’s Degree in Audiology is required, Doctorate in Audiology (Au.D.) is preferred.
2. Valid Audiologist License as issued by the Oregon Board of Examiners in Speech-Language Pathology and Audiology (ASHA).
3. Minimum of two years of demonstrated successful experience as a practicing Audiologist in a pediatric or educational setting preferred.
4. Ability to provide clear and effective written and oral communication with students, teachers, families and other professionals.
5. Such alternatives to certain above qualifications may apply as deemed appropriate by the Superintendent and/or Board of Directors.
GENERAL INFORMATION
This position has the following expectations and requisite abilities.
1. Promotion of equity and diversity in all settings and understanding and commitment to anti-racists principles.
2. Maintain a high level of confidentiality in accordance with HIPAA, FERPA and adherence to the competent and ethical educator practices.
3. Maintain compliance with state and federal laws governing all aspects of our agency including ORS, OAR, IDEA, FOIA, and CIPA.
4. Exceptional prioritization of tasks, timely completion of work assignments, ability to take the initiative and work independently with minimal supervision.
5. Demonstrates respectful, flexible and effective teambuilding skills of cooperation, communication and active participation.
6. Present self and LBL in a professional manner including: in oral and written communication, professional disposition when working with others and maintaining professional dress standards.
7. Ability to understand and follow oral and written directives, find requested data and present in user-friendly formats for internal and public distribution.
8. Ability to work independently, prioritizing tasks to meet deadlines while maintaining a high level of accuracy.
9. Demonstrates exceptional skills in building and maintaining a positive culture, consensus building, and effective and efficient team participation and cooperation.
10. Utilize teleservice platform to provide services to educators, students and district staff as directed.
11. Maintain regular attendance at work. Be punctual in meeting deadlines, attending meetings, and following schedules.
12. Ability to work in a variety of settings including hearing sound booth, office, school buildings, classroom environments and homes.
13. Ability to lift, carry at least 25 pounds.
14. Ability to sit for extended periods of time in a vehicle or work setting.
15. Ability to provide own transportation to school, preschools, community settings and homes in locations throughout a three county region.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
This is not necessarily an exhaustive or all-inclusive list of responsibilities, skills, and duties associated with this position. The supervisor of this position may modify this list at any time it’s deemed necessary.
1. Provide diagnostic audiological assessment to determine type, degree, and cause of hearing deficit.
2. Coordinate and assist in hearing screenings for constituent school districts and Early Intervention/Early Childhood Special Education (EI/ECSE) programs.
3. Provide habilitation to students with hearing loss to include fitting, monitoring, and training in use of assistive devices.
4. Provide appropriate referral, compiling a detailed written report directed to referral source and /or appropriate parties.
5. Complete paperwork requirements using approved forms, including third party billing, in an accurate and timely manner.
6. Provide in-service training for component district personnel.
7. Participate in the Medicaid billing process for school-based services as directed.
SALARY AND BENEFIT INFORMATION
- Licensed employees are represented by Linn Benton Lincoln Education Association
- Salary and benefit information shown are based on full-time employment (1.0 FTE) based on the current School Year
- Placement on the Linn Benton Lincoln ESD licensed salary schedule will be commensurate with applicant’s qualifications, relevant training, and experience
- Linn Benton Lincoln ESD will provide an Insurance CAP to assist with health, dental and vision insurance premiums
- Employer paid PERS, holidays, sick leave and personal days are also provided
- Employer paid Life Insurance 1 x annual salary
- Employer paid Basic AD&D and Long Term Disability
Health Insurance
Oregon Educators Benefit Board (OEBB) provides insurance to school and education service district employees
- Includes medical, dental, vision & prescription insurance
- Monthly premium deducted pre-tax
- LBLESD contributes a monthly CAP/Pool to help offset insurance cost
- Health Savings Accounts for high deductible plans
- Flexible Spending Accounts
Carriers offered are:
- Moda
- Kaiser
- Willamette Dental Group
Retirement
- PERS – Public Employee Retirement System
- For more information visit: state.or.us
- LBLESD pays the 6% employee contribution on behalf of each employee
Personal Leave
- Up to 24 hours
Sick Leave
- Up to 80 hours
- Sick Leave Bank
- Employees may opt to donate one day of sick leave to become a member of the Sick Leave Bank
- Members may request leave from the sick leave bank in the event of a catastrophic illness or injury
Professional Development Opportunities
- LBLESD hosts a variety of training classes
- First Aid/CPR classes offered onsite
- Includes workshops, conferences and mentorship programs
Reasonable accommodations for the application and interview process will be provided upon request and as required in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990. Individuals with disabilities may contact Human Resources at 541-812-2624 for additional information and assistance.
Linn Benton Lincoln ESD is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer.
Qualifying veterans and disabled veterans may obtain preference by submitting with their completed application a copy of the Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty (DD Form 214 or 215) or a letter from the US Dept. of Veteran's Affairs indicating receipt of a non-service connected pension as verification of eligibility. Disabled Veterans must also submit a copy of their veteran's disability preference letter from the Dept. of Veteran Affairs, unless the information is included in the DD Form 214 or 215.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $47,938.00 - $96,165.00 per year
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
- Monday to Friday
Experience:
- practicing: 2 years (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
- Albany, OR: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person
