Full Time Contract Speech

As the leader in the developmental services sector, Bethesda Community Services is currently recruiting those interested in supporting adults, children and youth with developmental disabilities.

We envision ourselves as a community of support that inspires, encourages and empowers children, youth, and adults with special needs to live fulfilled lives. We value respect, diversity and inclusivity, collaboration and compassionate quality service.

**POSITION OBJECTIVE**

Bethesda’s Adult Clinical Services requires one (1) Full Time Contract Speech & Language Pathologist.

Working to promote Bethesda’s values, vision and mission statement, The Speech & Language Pathologist will be responsible for conducting assessments, implementing intervention plans and staff training for adults with intellectual disabilities who are referred to our service, as well as community education.

**KEY JOB RESPONSIBILITIES**
- Conduct assessments and identify treatment goals/recommendations and number of service hours independently.
- Present assessment results, clinical recommendations and treatment reports to caregivers and community partners when appropriate.
- Monitor and evaluate clinical treatment plans and update as necessary.
- Support adults engaging in risk behaviour while remaining calm, neutral, and effectively using crisis management intervention strategies.
- Assist in the development and implementation of group and individual treatment programs targeting speech, language, augmentative-alternative communication (AAC), fluency, and social communication goals.
- Provide individual treatment services with clinical supervision.
- Review service options with new referrals.
- Provide coaching and support to Caregivers, Community Partners, Clinical Team Members, and Students.
- Collaborate with Community Partners and Interdisciplinary Team Members.
- Investigate ideas and plan the integration of engaging community activities into service options.
- Develop resources and program materials.
- Maintain client records and complete documentation as required.
- Facilitates appropriate internal and community referrals.
- Coordinate scheduling with Manager, Adult Clinical Services.
- Develop and facilitate training opportunities for Clinical staff, and Community Partners.
- Facilitate Caregiver Workshops.
- Write Reports, Programs and Service Plans independently.
- Actively participate in administrative team meetings.
- Collect and analyze data.
- Actively participate in team meetings and provide suggestions, creative ideas and recommendations for strengthening service.
- Comply with Bethesda policies and procedures relating to health and safety.
- Responsible for reporting all health and safety concerns immediately following the Internal Responsibility System.
- Other duties as assigned.

**QUALIFICATIONS**
- Advertised wage is top of grid. Actual wage will fluctuate based on qualifications_
- Master’s degree in the field of communications, disorders and sciences, from an accredited university.
- Registration with the College of Speech Language Pathologists & Audiologists of Ontario (CASLPO).
- Minimum two (2) years of experience in speech and language pathology.
- Knowledge and experience communicating in sign language is an asset.
- Experience working with clients with developmental disabilities is an asset.
- Experience working within a multidisciplinary team.
- Proficient with Microsoft Office.
- Valid Driver’s License.
- First Aid Training and CPR Certification.
- Professional Communication Skills: professionally represents the company through strong communication skills, both oral and written.
- Teamwork: excels at working with others and communicating with a team to provide the most effective support to clients.
- Problem-Solving: able to navigate challenges and barriers, always looks for potential pitfalls and risks to help mitigate problems ahead of time, and knows when to ask for help.
- Proactive: anticipates and solves problems and issues before they are brought to your attention.
- Fluent in French an Asset
- Mentorship opportunity available for new graduates.

**Why Join us?**
- We foster a culture that encourages continuous professional development and growth through tuition reimbursement on approved continuing education and reimbursement opportunities on position specific memberships and licenses.
- We offer company perks such as retail and gym membership discounts, an Employee Assistance Program and a Bethesda Rewards Program

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- Bethesda will provide, upon request, accommodation to the materials and processes used in the recruitment process in accordance with the accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, Integrated Accessibility Standards._
- We thank all applicants for their interest but regret that only those considered for an interview will be contacted._