Temporary Speech-Language Pathologist

Location: Quinte Shores, East Northumberland County & Prince Edward County (Picton)

Temporary Speech-Language Pathologist  We acknowledge and honour the land on which we reside and occupy as part of the traditional territories of the Haudenosaunee and Anishinaabe people. These Indigenous Nations, agreed to mutual sharing obligations and responsibilities as stewards of the land and water. Today these responsibilities and obligations extend to all Peoples. These lands are steeped in rich Indigenous history, traditions and modern cultures that are proud and vibrant.
RATE OF PAY:
$88,014 - $93,592 (10 month salary)
REASON FOR VACANCY:
Existing vacancies
JOB OVERVIEW:  Reporting directly to the Board Lead Psychologist, the Speech-Language Pathologist performs related duties by consulting with school staff, parents, and outside agencies about students with communication difficulties. Assess communication disorders associated with Autism, Pervasive Developmental Disorders, Developmental Delay, Learning Disabilities, cleft palate and hearing loss.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES   Develop, recommend, support and provide some direct programming to meet the needs of students with communication delay or disorder. Monitor student progress to determine on-going appropriateness of speech/language interventions.
Assess communication difficulties. Summarize assessments, results and recommendations into report format.
Make recommendations to principals regarding school level approaches and practices for speech and language needs. Make recommendations to the Superintendent of Student Services for system approaches and needs for speech and language needs.
Present reports and attend case conferences to explain results of assessments and implications for programming and interventions to meet the needs of students.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Minimum post-secondary education completion of a Master in Speech Language, or equivalent and registration with the College of Audiologists and Speech Language Pathologists of Ontario (CASLPO) in good standing.
Minimum of six (6) years of professional experience.
Demonstrated interpersonal skills with a strong client and quality service focus.
Experience working in a multi-disciplinary setting and demonstrated experience with intervention strategies appropriate for youth with a variety of communicative disorders.
Evidence of strong analytical, problem solving and communication skills.
Satisfactory Vulnerable Sector Background check.
ACCOMODATIONS:  Hastings and Prince Edward District School Board is committed to a qualified workforce that is representative of the diversity of the people in Ontario and across the communities we serve. We welcome applicants from candidates with diverse backgrounds and lived experiences as a member of a marginalized group, including but not limited to:
First Nations, Metis, and Inuit peoples, and all other Indigenous peoples
Members of groups that commonly experience discrimination due to race, ancestry, colour, religion and/or spiritual beliefs, or place of origin
Persons with visible and/or invisible (physical or mental) disabilities
Persons of marginalized sexual orientations, gender identities, and gender expressions
Hastings and Prince Edward District School Board is committed to providing barrier-free and accessible employment practices in compliance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Ac t (AODA). Should you require an accommodation through any stage of the recruitment process please notify them when contacted, and we will work with you to meet your needs.
Thank you to all applicants for their interest. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted. This information is collected under the authority of the Education Act, and M.F.I.P.P.A and is used to determine eligibility for employment. In accordance with Ontario Regulation 521/01 Collection of Personal Information, criminal record checks and vulnerable sector screening will be required of all HPEDSB employees who have direct and regular contact with students.

ABOUT US:

Hastings and Prince Edward District School Board (HPEDSB) serves approximately 15,185 students each day at 38 schools (31 elementary, two K-12; four 7-12, one secondary). Supporting student achievement is the goal of…