Speech-language Pathologist

**Company description**

The importance of speech therapy at a young age can be crucial to the development and success of one experiencing early difficulties. At Niagara Speech Connections we provide high quality, professional speech-language services to all clients in an individualized manner. Our key focus is to make each therapy session as fun and engaging as possible. We want our clients to enjoy each session and leave with a sense of pride and accomplishment over their progress. We create an environment where our clients gain confidence in their abilities, making them look forward to future therapy sessions. It is our promise that each client will have a renewed confidence and ability in their speech, language, and communication skills after their time spent at Niagara Speech Connections. Our practice currently offers both in-person sessions and online therapy sessions via Zoom. We are located in the Valley Way Medical Arts building at 6150 Valley Way.

**Job description**

Niagara Speech Connections is looking for a creative and energetic Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP) to conduct assessments and create treatment plans. The applicant will primarily assess children, with some opportunities to assess older adults. The caseload will primarily include clients with expressive & receptive language delays, stuttering, literacy, articulation, and autism spectrum disorders.

Pay will be two tier. For regular sessions, associated note taking, and preparation, the successful applicant will be compensated at $35-40 an hour. The Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP) will engage in weekly planning and discussion with Communicative Disorders Assistants as well as conducting speech therapy sessions with a regular clientele. Hours will fluctuate given client scheduling - there is an opportunity for the applicant to define their own schedule around client needs, however, demand for assessments is greatest during after-school hours.

When conducting assessments, the SLP will receive a higher rate of bonus pay. Accordingly, the successful applicant will be compensated $75 for 60-minute assessments and $45 for 30-minute assessments, which includes preparation and note-taking. If an initial assessment report is required, the applicant will be compensated accordingly for the time to write the report.

Major Responsibilities:

- Conduct and score speech and language assessments.
- Create individualized goals for each client.
- Write post-assessment/session notes creating future goals to review with the SLP.
- Participate in team discussions/collaborations.
- Create individualized communication and literacy materials that support a child’s communication and/or literacy development.
- Report to a clinical lead.
- Conduct one-on-one assessments.
- Provide guidance and supervision to Communicative Disorders Assistants (CDA).
- Conducting the billing process upon the completion of each session.
- Communicate with clients and client’s parents regarding speech goals, progress, and potential at-home activities.
- Schedule future sessions at the client’s request.
- Participate in continuing education classes and workshops to remain current.

Education, Experience, and Qualifications:

- Master’s Degree in Speech-Language Pathology from a recognized college or university.
- Registered with CASLPO.
- Experience working with children is preferred.
- Proficient verbal and written communication and interpersonal skills are required.
- Flexibility.
- Ability to work effectively with mínimal supervision.
- Professional Liability Insurance.

Additional Information
- Interviews can be conducted either via zoom or in person.

**Job Type**: Casual

**Salary**: $75.00-$90.00 per hour

**Benefits**:

- Flexible schedule

Flexible Language Requirement:

- French not required

Schedule:

- Monday to Friday

Supplemental pay types:

- Bonus pay
- Overtime pay

COVID-19 considerations:
Staff members are not required to wear a mask, virtual sessions are offered to clients uncomfortable with coming into the office, common areas and materials are consistently being sanitized, and all clients are asked to sanitize prior to their session.

**Education**:

- Master's Degree (required)

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Unit 100C Niagara Falls, ON L2E 1X9