Temporary Speech and Language Pathologist

This full-time temporary position is with an Equal Opportunity Employer and offers a wide range of assignments. The Board operates 2 administration buildings and 20 schools (18 elementary, 2 secondary) in 13 communities covering 7851 square kilometers for the welfare of 4,580 pupils. For more information visit our web site at:

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Under the direction of the Superintendent of Educational Services, the Speech Language Pathologist will take a lead role throughout our Board to enhance the communication, social and educational functions of students with speech and language disorders and augmentative/alternative communication needs by providing on-going screening, assessment, consultation and training.

• Evaluates referrals from school teams; completes intakes and assessments; creates individualized services and support plans; and coordinates with community providers as required
• Evaluates students communication abilities; administers tests, conducts observations reviews documentation and data in the areas of language, literacy, cognitive-linguistic skills, speech, voice, resonance, and fluency to determine presence of delays/disorders and provide diagnoses if appropriate
• Provides clinical supervision, instructs, and guides Communicative Disorders Assistants and provides input on performance, as per the Speech-Language & Audiology Canada (SAC) guidelines.
• Completes reports, including assessment reports, progress notes, discharge reports, communication to parents, outside agencies and staff
• Consults and builds capacity with principals, classroom teachers, special education teachers, communicative disorders assistants, and educational assistants for service delivery and program implementation.

QUALIFICATIONS :

• Master of Science Degree in Speech-Language Pathology or the equivalent
• Registered member of the Speech-Language & Audiology Canada (SAC);
• Three (3) years relevant experience, preferably in a school setting;
• Excellent interpersonal and organizational skills;
• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively in multi-disciplinary teams;
• Excellent time-management skills;
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively with a minimum amount of supervision;
• Superior written and oral communication skills;
• Valid Ontario Driver’s License and access to a reliable vehicle;
• A commitment to continuing education.

CLOSING: All interested applicants are invited to submit an updated resume including details of qualifications, experience and professional references.

TO NOTE:

• Accessibility accommodations are available for all parts of the recruitment process upon request. Accommodation queries should be directed to the Human Resources Department at .
• Applications sent directly to Human Resources will NOT be considered.
• As a condition of employment, new employees to RCCDSB are required, by legislation, to submit a satisfactory Criminal Background Check with Vulnerable Sector Screening.
• We thank all candidates for their interest; however, only those shortlisted will be contacted for an interview.

Bob Schreader – Chairperson

Mark Searson – Director of Education