Speech-Language Pathologist

SAGKEENG CHILD AND FAMILY SERVICES (SCFS) is looking for a FULL-TIME Speech-Language Pathologist. You practice empathy, understanding and patience. You promote a safe therapeutic environment. You will be joining a creative, initiative, and dynamic multi-disciplinary team. This position reports to SCFS Biidaaziiway Gamik Clinical Supervisor - Specialized Services. With r eimbursement of annual CASLPM dues and professional liability insurance.

Requirements:

Master's degree or equivalent in Speech-Language Pathology and/or Communication Sciences and Disorders

Eligibility and/or registration with the College of Audiologists and Speech-Language Pathologists of Manitoba (Reg. CASLPM)

Professional Liability Insurance

Minimum 2 years recent and relevant experience providing Speech Language Pathologists services to children, adolescent s and famil ies

Experience working with Fi r st Nation s people and communities

Demonstrated working experience with the school system.

Technical knowledge of different speech and swallowing disorders and how to treat

Technical knowledge of specialized equipment for testing and treating speech and swallowing disorders

Knowledge and awareness of cultural and socio-economic factors that inform service provision.

Ability to administer and develop treatment plans and programs.

Flexible work schedule (able to work evenings )

Responsibilities:

Conducts comprehensive SLP assessments.

Provides observation and assessment of children presenting with speech and language issues in the home, community and school setting s .

Consults with school staff and school-based mental health professionals regarding the implementation of interventions related to behavior, social skills, emotional stress, or trauma.

Evaluate and diagnose speech language , communication, or swallowing difficulties .

Develop and implement effective treatment programs .

Provide c oaching to clients and families about results of testing and recommended treatment options .

Establish client understanding expectations and goals for treatment .

Conducts live in-classroom coaching of educators and school staff on implementation of strategies to promote school success.

Assess, diagnose and treat communication disorders such as speech, fluency, language, voice and swallowing disorders .

Educate and counsel clients and families on communication and swallowing disorders .

Liaise with family to provide necessary updates on the progression of treatment goals and modify treatment goals as needed for subsequent treatment blocks.

Work as part of a caring team of collaborative professionals which complement communication disorders.

Provides training workshops in various settings.

Participates in the clinical delivery of the team's clinical services, including developing individual service plans and coordinating community resources to maximize optimal mental health outcomes.

Partnering with clients and families to formulate and implement individual goals with focused, targeted and measurable outcomes.

Providing direct client support in collaboration with client’s families to plan, implement, and evaluate care.

Utilizing research to formulate and implement evidence-based practices

Maintain professional and technical knowledge by attending educational workshops, reviewing professional publications, establishing personal networks, and participating in professional societies.