Speech and Language Pathologist; SLP), Child Development Programs

Position: Speech and Language Pathologist (SLP), Child Development Programs (10130)

Overview

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Who you are

You encompass Oak Valley Health’s core values and live the words of respect, trust, commitment, compassion and courage. You are a patient and/or client centered individual who performs at an exemplary standard. You are a team player with excellent communication, critical thinking and prioritization skills.  Created with Sketch.

Schedule

Hours of work M-F business hours at the Markham office location. Current position will include in-person and some virtual services.  Created with Sketch.

Compensation

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Contract length

Full Time Temporary (Until Approx. March 2025)

Responsibilities

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Support

The School-Age and Project Coordinator supports and works closely with the Specialty Team Facilitator (STF), Specialty Team Support (STS) and, The DACS Team. The School Age and Project Coordinator will report to the Child Development Programs Manager and will at times be required to work closely with the CTN Manager and Team Assistant Supervisor. Support STS and DACS school-age team during any part of referral process when questions arise regarding documents and/or booking.  

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Assessment

The Developmental Assessment and Consultation Services (DACS) is an interdisciplinary service that provides diagnostic assessments and medical consultation to those children with complex medical and developmental needs. Assessments for a variety of conditions, including autism spectrum disorder (ASD), are conducted by developmental specialists. Consultation with YRDSB and YCDSB through the DACS school age process to support referrals.  Created with Sketch.

Performance

Documenting all information in the Children’s Treatment Network’s shared electronic record. Liaising with external agencies and school boards as appropriate. Taking an active role in performing and maintaining professional practice standards, guidelines and activities. Ability to offer services in more than one language is highly preferred. Counseling the child’s caregivers and /or families in feedback appointments. 48_ Customer Care Created with Sketch.

Patient care

This service provides multidisciplinary assessments by specialized professionals who provide individualized treatments that focus on working with families and current care teams to enhance capacity, reduce challenging behaviours, and treating underlying health concerns. Children between the ages (0-17yrs 11mths) with challenging or interfering behaviour(s) and unmet needs who, have already accessed 3 or more providers across sectors and have unmet needs are eligible.  

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Communication

Respond to questions from school board employees (YCDSB & YRDSB). On request, provide education to community partners regarding the DACS school-age referral process and referral criteria. Backfilling for Clinical Teams:
Coverage for NPA’s in the preschool team and/or school-age assessment team. Providing project support to the STFs.

Requirements

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Qualifications

Master’s Degree Speech and Language. Registered with the College of Speech and Language Pathologists and Audiologists. Previous experience dealing with paediatric populations. Experience working with children with autism spectrum disorders. ADOS administration experience and training is an asset (training to be provided if required). Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively within the team.  Created with Sketch.

Initiative

Excellent interpersonal, organizational and communication skills. Demonstrated good attendance record with the ability to maintain this same standard. Demonstrates a commitment to a healthy and safe workplace for self and others (staff, patients, families, etc.) by taking all reasonable precautions and working in compliance with hospital-related policies, health and safety legislation and best practices and completing relevant mandatory education as required.