This position consists of professional services which includes the identification, diagnosis, programming, consultation, case management and follow-up of preschool and school age clients with communication difficulties. Clients demonstrate communication concerns, involving – articulation, language, social communication, voice, stuttering, and augmentative and alternative communication.
Duties will include but are not limited to:
- Providing direct client screening, diagnostic, and intervention services, as well as consultative services as appropriate, in a variety of settings.
- Providing information and recommendations, while developing programming for clients with their families, support persons, and other professionals, and making referrals to other services as required.
- Participating on teams with families and related professionals to provide collaborative family centered care for our clients.
- Completing necessary administrative duties required for speech-language pathology with an emphasis on clinical documentation.
- Educating the community regarding communication difficulties and advocating for clients' needs.
- Providing professional development through presentations and educational sessions as requested.
- Participating on various committees and teams associated with the clients and programs.
- Providing clinical education opportunities and support for program Assistants, S-LP students, and volunteers.
- Participating in program development and planning, as well as statistic collection to inform annual reports, program directions and new initiatives; and performing other duties as required.
Minimum Qualifications:
- Must have successful completion of a Master's Degree in Speech-Language Pathology.
- Registered or eligible for registration with the College of Audiology and Speech-Language Pathology of Prince Edward Island (CASLPPEI).
- Bilingual language proficiency (oral and written) in both English and French (Advanced oral proficiency) for the purposes of providing speech-language pathology clinical services.
- Clinical experience working in speech-language pathology with preschool and school age children and youth, along with their families and support persons.
- Demonstrated effective organizational, interpersonal, critical thinking, clinical reasoning, conflict resolution and decision-making skills.
- Demonstrated ability to work independently as well as cooperatively and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Excellent interpersonal skills and written communication skills.
- Knowledge and understanding of evidence-based practice.
- Must be proficient with computer software programs, word processing, and electronic mail.
- Familiarity with productivity reporting related to client visits and other work activities.
- Must have a valid driver's license and access to reliable transportation as travel is a regular duty of this position.
- Excellent previous work and attendance record.
Other Qualifications:
- Experience and certification with programs, such as the Hanen Programs, will be considered an asset.
- Understanding of family centered care with knowledge of functional assessment and treatment strategies desired.
- Experience working collaboratively with families and other professionals, especially for preschool and school age clients with significant complexity, will be considered an asset
- Continuing education activities and experience that reflect interest in preschool and school age communication areas relevant to this position will be considered an asset.
Salary Range: $41.89 - $52.45 per hour (Level 18D)
Bi-Weekly Hours: 75 Hours Bi-Weekly / Monday to Friday / 8am – 4pm
Posting ID: 167955-0425EHPI