Speech Language Pathologist

Requisition ID:

359544 Position Number:

20065554 Posting End Date:

Open until filled City:

Selkirk Employer:

Shared Health Site:

Selkirk Mental Health Centre Department / Unit:

SH Geriatric Area SMHC Job Stream:

Clinical Union:

MAHCP Anticipated Start Date:

ASAP FTE:

1.00 Anticipated Shift:

Days Work Arrangement:

In Person Daily Hours Worked:

7.75 Annual Base Hours:

2015 Salary:

$43.476

, $45.301

, $47.042

, $48.792

, $50.654

, $52.689

, $54.740

Shared Health leads the planning and coordinates the integration of patient-centered clinical and preventive health services across Manitoba. The organization also delivers some province-wide health services and supports centralized administrative and business functions for Manitoba health organizations.

Position Overview

In accordance with discipline-specific standards of practice, and under the supervision of the Coordinator of Patient Services, the Speech Language Pathologist is responsible for speech language therapy and programming for patients at SMHC. Speech Language Therapy includes diagnosis and treatment of communication, cognitive and swallowing disorders, including meal management issues. Programming includes ongoing assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation of speech language therapies in promoting the rehabilitation of persons with psychiatric illness, physical disabilities, and/or acquired brain injury. The incumbent is responsible for the supervision of staff /volunteers/students working with them. The incumbent provides regular instruction, support, coaching, and professional leadership to patient/staff/families supporting and/or implementing speech language therapies. Experience

Previous experience with relevant population is preferred. Experience with computer-based treatment programs an asset. Experience in working in the field of Acquired Brain Injury an asset. Education (Degree/Diploma/Certificate)

Master’s degree in Speech-Language Pathology from an accredited/recognized university is required. Certification/Licensure/Registration

Must be registered with the College of Audiologists and Speech-Language Pathologists of Manitoba (CASLPM). Membership in other professional organizations is encouraged; for example, Speech-Language and Audiology Canada (SAC) or the American Speech and Hearing Association (ASHA). Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) training requirements for this position shall be in accordance with the applicable policy. Qualifications and Skills

Completion of, and ongoing participation in relevant courses, workshops, etc. to address continuing education requirements of CASLPM and specialization required for service provision. Physical Requirements

May be required to work extended hours. May be exposed to infectious diseases, blood and body fluids, radiation, toxic materials, noise, allergens, physical and emotional stress, etc. May encounter aggressive and/or agitated clients/staff/visitors.

We have a unique ability to work together to make health care better. If you want to make a difference and contribute to supporting the health of your family, friends and neighbours, please apply today. Interested candidates should select the "Apply" icon below to upload their cover letter, resume and copy of licenses/certification. This position requires a current satisfactory Criminal Records Check (including Vulnerable Sector Search), Child Abuse Registry Check and Adult Abuse Registry Check as conditions of employment. The successful candidate will be responsible for any service charges incurred. A security check is considered current if it was obtained no more than six (6) months prior to the start of employment. Please note that an employee is not permitted to hold two or more positions in Shared Health that combine to equal more than 1.0 FTE. Shared Health values and supports employment equity and workplace diversity and encourages all qualified individuals to apply. We thank all applicants but only those selected for an interview will be contacted. We welcome applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available upon request during the assessment and selection process.

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