Speech Language Pathologist

Elk Island Public Schools (EIPS) is one of the largest school divisions in Alberta, serving the education needs of approximately 17,950 students in 42 schools. Every day, the staff and students of EIPS are encouraged to pursue opportunities to grow and discover their passions in life. We pride ourselves on providing staff and students with the tools to achieve success by offering dynamic programming, current resources, and practical professional learning opportunities.
EIPS is recruiting a Speech Language Pathologist with our Supports for Students department.
Supports for Students is located at the EIPS Central Administration building in Sherwood Park, at 683 Wye Road. Providing services for the division, Central administration is comprised of eight departments, in addition to the Board of Trustees. The departments include Education Executive, Communication Services, Facility Services, Student Transportation, Human Resources, Financial Services, Supports for Students, and Information Technologies.
Commencing November 24, 2024
Flexible schedule and hours (28 - 36 hours per week)
EIPS offers a comprehensive benefit package
Open to internal and external applicants
FUNCTION AND PURPOSE
The Speech-Language Pathologist works to promote the success of students by engaging in activities designed to eliminate, reduce or prevent communication disabilities/delays. In addition, the speech-language pathologist participates in building capacity in school teams and families.
KEY DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
Identification of students with speech and/or language impairments
review school records and review pertinent information and reports as required
observe students in the classroom as required
informal demonstration of intervention strategies, procedures and techniques
provide follow-up consultation or initiate a formal referral for assessment
Evaluation and diagnosis of specific speech and/or language impairments
**Balanced assessment may include**:
gathering information from family members, teachers, participating other professionals and paraprofessionals
selecting and administrating appropriate standardized and functional assessment instruments
administering hearing screenings as part of all new referrals
interpret the assessment results to identify strengths, needs and emerging abilities
establish the presence of a communication disorder, delay or difference and determine a severity rating
Plan and provide intervention directed at remediating specific speech and/or language impairments
Intervention and follow up may include support in the following areas:
language (morphology, syntax, semantics and phonological awareness)
cognitive aspects of communication (including communication disability and other functional disabilities associated with cognitive impairment)
social aspects of communication (including challenging behaviour and pragmatics)
speech (articulation, phonology, motor speech, fluency and voice)
complex and multimodal communication needs (alternative and augmentative communication)
selecting, planning, and coordinating appropriate service delivery and scheduling options.
conducting formal and informal reviews to ensure that the goals and objectives reflect the student's needs. Re-evaluation leads to continuation or modification of the intervention, referral to other professionals or dismissal/review.
Documentation
Documentation and accountability are required for each of the core roles of the speech-language pathologist. Core documents include those mandated by ACSLPA and Elk Island Public Schools.
Consultation for parents, students, teachers and other school personnel regarding all aspects of speech and language development.
One of the core responsibilities of a school-based speech-language pathologist is in the area of prevention and education. Some of these activities include:
individual conferences to school-wide presentations or community in-services
educating and collaborating with parents, families, educators, administrators, paraprofessionals and the community
These activities may take place before, during or after school hours.
Other Duties
engage in professional development activities (reading, workshops, conferences)
provide supervision to various support personnel (SLP assistants, educational assistants, practicum students in Speech Pathology and Audiology, practicum students in the SLP assistant program, and school volunteers)
refer for medical or other professional attention deemed necessary for the prevention or rehabilitation of speech and/or language impairments
attend monthly staff meetings
attend other meetings as required (e.g., parent conferences, team meetings, IPP/ISP meetings, etc.)
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
Master’s Degree in Speech-Language Pathology (or equivalent) from an accredited university
must be registered for membership with the Alberta College of Speech-Language Pathologists and Audiologists (ACSLPA)
a minimum of one year experience professional experience is preferred
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