Community Speech & Language Pathologist

Community Speech and Language Pathologist

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Vacancy:
Full-time permanent / 35 hours per week (a 9-day schedule may apply)

Wage Range: $38.16 - $47.03

Connections Early Years Family Centre is the lead agency for Talk 2 Me, the local Preschool Speech and Language Program in Windsor and Essex County. We are a family-centred organization that provides integrated support, learning, early identification and intervention services for families with children birth to 6 years of age.

Your role as a Community Speech and Language Pathologist with Connections Early Years Family Centre and the Talk 2 Me Program, is to ensure the effective and efficient operation of speech and language services within a systems framework including service delivery, planning, and coordination with community partners.

Accountability
You will report to the Executive Director in terms of your overall responsibilities and the Speech and Language Program Manager for day-to-day operations.

Employment Requirements

A valid Ontario Driver’s License and regular access to a dependable vehicle is required for travel between community sites and main office.

A current Criminal Record Check (including Vulnerable Persons) must be provided.

Current and ongoing registration with CASLPO.

Qualifications

Master’s Degree in Speech and Language Pathology (or equivalent)

Registered with the College of Audiologists and Speech Language Pathologists of Ontario (CASLPO)

Related experience, preferably in a pediatric setting considered an asset

Knowledge
The incumbent must demonstrate:

philosophical commitment to the purpose and values as stated by the organization

understanding of the principles of family support

adherence to established standards of professional practice and personal conduct

knowledge of current clinical practice and procedures in speech language pathology

experience in facilitating various modes of service delivery for intervention (virtual, individual and group)

Responsibilities

Provide therapeutic consultation, evaluation and intervention services in a variety of settings

Provide education sessions for families, caregivers, other members of the community

Maintain documentation in accordance with Centre policies, corporate, and professional standards

Produce and maintain monthly statistical information in accordance with program policies

Participate in liaison activities with referral sources

Maintain the philosophy, goals, objectives, policies and procedures of the Centre including all related services

Participate in the planning of Centre and/or program goals, objectives, policies, procedures

Participate in continuous learning through attendance at workshops or other learning activities

Participate in fundraising activities that support the overall services of the Centre

Provide supervision to students and volunteers as required

Maintain and promote a safe and clean working environment for all employees, students, visitors, children and family members

Attend to other matters as requested by the Program Manager or Executive Director

Skills
The incumbent must demonstrate the following skills:

ability to work in a collaborative team approach internally and in the community

ability to work at a fast pace and to prioritize multiple assignments/projects and respond to numerous requests

ability to demonstrate clear verbal, non-verbal and written communication skills

ability to use the program electronic filing system independently following training/orientation

Personal Attributes
The incumbent must maintain strict confidentiality in performing their duties. The incumbent must also demonstrate the following personal attributes:

be friendly, personable and able to build harmonious working relationships with families, co-workers and agencies

ability to exercise good judgment in recognizing scope of authority

possess cultural awareness and sensitivity

demonstrate sound work ethics

Physical requirements
The Community SLP will spend time sitting at a workstation or desk to use office equipment and computers. They must independently be able to move, lift and transport assessment and therapy materials between community sites.

Environmental Conditions
The Community SLP workspace is in an open office area and out at community sites located in schools, childcare centres and EarlyON Centres.

Connections Early Years Family Centre welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.

Pay: $38.16-$47.03 per hour

Education:

Master's Degree (required)

Work Location:

In person

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