Speech Language Pathologist - Peace River
Speech Language Pathologist - Peace River
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$ 69820 - 105759
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Grande Prairie Public School Division
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SPEECH LANGUAGE PATHOLOGIST
Peace Collaborative Services
BASED IN PEACE RIVER ALBERTA
COMPETITION NUMBER: I2324005
Fulltime Permanent Position
An increase or decrease to FTE per week may be considered for the ideal candidate please note your availability and FTE preference as part of your application.
Effective Immediately
Applications will be accepted until a suitable candidate is found.
ABOUT OUR ORGANIZATION
Peace Collaborative Services (PCS) is a regional organization providing specialized educational support services across six Northwestern Alberta school jurisdictions. Grande Prairie Public School Division employs PCS staff on behalf of jurisdictions in the region.
ABOUT THE OPPORTUNITY
Peace Collaborative Services is seeking a Permanent Speech Language Pathologist to join our emerging multidisciplinary school team. As the ideal candidate you are energetic and enjoy working with children from Preschool through Grade 12. You will work collaboratively to integrate student programming with other disciplines such as Occupational Therapy Physiotherapy and Psychology and for students with visual and/or hearing impairment.
BEING PART OF OUR DYNAMIC TEAM YOU WILL:
- HELP MAKE A DIFFERENCE PROVIDE INDIVIDUAL CHILD SERVICES
- Develop intervention programs conduct periodic reassessment/evaluation of individual programs and recommend adjustments as needed
- Provide direct treatment intervention to specific children
- Instruct teachers assistants volunteers and parents in speech language intervention techniques
- Participate in case conferences parent interviews medical consultations and clinic programming
- Research and provide consultation
- TAKE A LEADERSHIP ROLE OVERSEE PROGRAM SERVICES
- Supervise paraprofessional staff and provide programming input for Educational Assistants
- Provide input into the direction and requirements of the Speech Language Pathology program in various jurisdictions
- Develop implement and evaluate a quality assurance program
- Provide input into annual operating and capital equipment budgets
- Provide input into the development and implementation of group programs
- Attend staff department and other meetings as required
QUALIFICATIONS:
- You work well independently and can show initiative
- You are selfmotivated and an enthusiastic learner with excellent problemsolving skills
- Must be registered or eligible to be registered with the Alberta College of SpeechLanguage Pathologists and Audiologists (ACSLPA)
- Valid drivers license (Travel required)
- Police Information Check with Vulnerable Sector Check and Child Intervention Record Check
- Pediatric experience is an asset
WE OFFER:
- Competitive salary $69820 $105759 based on experience)
- Full benefits including life dental extended healthcare and health spending account
- Work the school year with school holidays
- Payment of professional dues
- Professional liability insurance
- Reimbursement for moving expenses incurred in order to relocate for the role (up to $5000
Your application should include a cover letter a complete resume and three references with current contact information. PCS reserves the right to check references prior to the scheduling of interviews. Any questions about this unique career opportunity should be addressed to Elizabeth Linfield Regional Manager Peace Collaborative Services at or by phone at ext 19030.
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Employment Type
Full-Time
