Speech-language Pathologist

**WHO WE ARE**
ONE KIDS PLACE Children’s Treatment Centre provides rehabilitation and related support services for children and youth (up to the age of 19) and their families living in the Districts of Muskoka, Nipissing and Parry Sound. All staff will provide service within an interdisciplinary team environment committed to family-centered practice.

**THE OPPORTUNITY**

Position: Speech-Language Pathologist
Location: Timiskaming District _(base office can be either New Liskeard or Kirkland Lake)_
Effective: ASAP
Status: Unionized
Job type: Permanent Full Time - 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM

**_ *Not looking for full-time work? OKP offers flexible working arrangements. Applicants looking for part-time work (less than 35 hours per week) are encouraged to apply.*_**
- Effective September 2024, OKP has begun to roll out an Alternate Hours program at our North Bay site to provide services to our communities outside of standard business working hours (after 4:30 PM). Staff will be expected to participate, which may result in working alternate hours once per month to support this program. Please note that this program may be implemented at our other locations in the future.***: The Speech-Language Pathologist provides assessment, consultation, clinical diagnosis and treatment planning to assist children and youth to achieve their optimum rehabilitation potential in all areas of speech and language including communication, cognition and swallowing. Note that clinical supervision of communication disorders assistants and family education will be important components of all positions.

**JOB DUTIES**:

- Provides quality family-centered care through assessment, establishing a clinical diagnosis and treatment programs to assist children/youth in achieving their maximal functional ability in the areas of communication, cognition and swallowing.
- Documents client-related activities and workload practices according to Children’s Treatment Centre and College standards.
- Utilizes therapeutic techniques / modalities as necessary in the provision of therapy and maintains client confidentiality and privacy.
- Communicates effectively and ensures continuity of care by making treatment decisions in close collaboration with the children/youth/family, other rehabilitation staff and other community service providers as part of an inter-disciplinary team.
- Educates the child/youth, family and other caregivers in the condition/disease process and specific treatment/intervention suggestions to ensure appropriate follow-through of daily activities and programs. The focus may be prevention, maintenance and/or treatment for the client and family.
- Provides clinical supervision within the discipline’s scope of practice to designated support personnel and/or placement students.
- Provides equipment recommendations/prescriptions and/or refers children/youth to appropriate services.
- Acts as a resource/educator for the children/youth, families, staff, students, professionals and communities through the facilitation, development and implementation of education programs.
- Participates in the orientation and training of new staff members, placement students and/or volunteers.
- Pursues on-going professional development and growth.
- Other duties as assigned.

**QUALIFICATIONS**:

- Masters Degree in Speech-Language Pathology
- Current registration with the College of Audiology and Speech-Language Pathology of Ontario
- 2 years related work experience within a pediatric/health care setting with children and youth with special needs an asset
- Experience working in Augmentative and Alternative Communication is an asset
- Working knowledge of community resources and supports within the Districts of Nipissing, Muskoka, Parry Sound and Timiskaming
- Excellent interpersonal and organizational skills/Excellent oral and written communication skills
- Valid Ontario driver’s license, proof of insurance and reliable vehicle
- Computer competency and adaptable in the use of computer software for the purpose of assessments, documentation, programming and communication.
- Good attendance/Work Record
- Bilingualism (English/French) is preferred/ADP authorizer is an asset
- Proof of COVID Vaccinations as required by the sector
- **New Graduates are encouraged to apply We offer excellent mentorship and educational opportunities.**

**WHAT WE OFFER**

As an employee at One Kids Place, you will become part of a team of skilled professionals working together to meet the special needs of children, youth and their families. The work environment includes the family-centered principles and values of mutual respect, collaboration, accessibility and community inclusivity. One Kids Place provides opportunities for ongoing education and development through mentorships, workshops, conferences, and seminars.

**COMPENSATION**: $41.13 - $51.58 hourly (depending on prior experience as per our Collective Agreement).

**BENEFITS**:

- An amazing pension plan
- Employee Health B