Speech and Language Pathologist

The Speech and Language Pathologist will have specific responsibilities for:

- Build staff capacity around supporting the developmental needs of children
- Maintains a high level of knowledge regarding current and developing best practices in the field of speech and language pathology as well as inclusive practices from a Nehiyaw lens.
- Provides universal, targeted and individualized support and services around communication as a member of the Student Services team
- Supports the Child and Family Centered approach to the delivery of services that views the whole family including the child as the focus
- Engages parents as active partners at home and in planning and decision-making
- Provides a flexible approach to service delivery adjusting to the diverse and changing needs of the child and family
- Provides consultative supports and services that promote academic and social inclusion
- Supports and develops a strength-based model of services
- Delivers specialized services that include: screening and assessing for articulation, language, and communication delays or disorders, creating consultation notes and advising on programming
- Assist families and school staff in accessing and utilizing Augmented and Assistive Communication devices that meet the needs of individual students.
- Provide staff training in a variety of contexts for increased language development of students
- Provide program and session guidance to school-based Speech and Language Pathologist assistants
- Promotes engagement and participation in literacy and numeracy by reducing barriers to learning
- Delivers services to several schools within MESC running from headstart to preparation for graduation
- Participate in a variety of Inclusive Education initiatives
- Completes other tasks as assigned by direct supervisor or Director of Student Services.
- Assessment, Caseload and Record Management
- Triage referrals and caseload management in collaboration with other Student Services staff
- Maintain an inventory of materials, assessments, and supplies including AAC devices and software
- Assist in the creation, design and implementation of school Speech and Language Assistant rooms/spaces
- Maintain appropriate, confidential records, and provide timely reports
- Meet with school teams in structured debriefing and multidisciplinary meetings in addition to caseload consultation
- Complete requested screenings and assessments such as CELF or PLS surveys and collaborate with other professionals in referrals for additional specialized services and assessments
- Use district protocols for properly administering, storing and distributing caseload consultation reports and records.
- Assist families and other Student Services staff in completing paperwork for grants, funding requests or other assistive resources/supports for students with identified communication needs
- Communicate with supervisor on a regular and timely basis
- Other duties as assigned by the supervisor

**Qualifications**
- Masters Degree in Speech and Language Pathology
- Registered with the Alberta College of Speech-Language Pathologist
- Experience in working in a school setting is preferred

**Working Conditions**
- Interacts with students, teachers, administration, family members, visitors, government agencies and personnel under all circumstances.
- Intermittent physical activity including walking, standing, sitting, lifting, and supporting children.
- Manual dexterity is required to use a desktop computer and peripherals.
- Expected to work outside of regular work hours as required.

**Knowledge and Skills**
- Excellent organizational and management skills.
- Clean criminal background check including vulnerable sector clearance.
- Knowledge of Cree culture and language.
- Excellent interpersonal skills with a demonstrated ability to inspire and encourage other staff and professionals.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- High levels of patience and energy.
- Broad knowledge of child development and supportive strategies.
- Excellent problem-solving skills.
- High level of attention to confidentiality.
- Strong working knowledge of the full Microsoft Office suite of programs.
- Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation.
- Knowledge of community resources.
- First Aid certification preferred.

**Job Types**: Full-time, Permanent

**Benefits**:

- Company pension
- Dental care
- Employee assistance program
- Extended health care
- Language training provided
- Life insurance
- On-site parking
- Paid time off
- Wellness program

Flexible Language Requirement:

- French not required

Schedule:

- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday

**Education**:

- Master's Degree (preferred)

Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 2024-05-31
Expected start date: 2024-09-03