Speech Language Pathologist

CASA Mental Health

Job Location:

Edmonton - Canada

Hourly Salary: CAD 43 - 57

Posted on: 4 days ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Are you passionate about creating hope for children youth and families At CASA Mental Health every role contributes to our mission of building resilience and advocating for the children and families we serve. Guided by our vision of a community where all children and youth are empowered to thrive we deliver holistic evidence-informed and compassionate care across Alberta.

About the Core Program
You will be part of the program that is the first stop for most families who come to CASA Mental Health. CASAs Core program serves children ages three to 17 and provides short-term goal-directed mental health treatment for a wide range of concerns. From Core children youth and families are able to step up or down into more appropriate levels of service if needed.

Job Details

Wage range: $43.94 to $57.21 per hour
Vacation: Nine days per year
Shift structure: Monday to Friday 7.25 hours per day three days per week
Primary location: CASA West
Secondary location(s):CASA Fort Road CASA Centre
Union:In-scope
Classification:Speech-Language Pathologist
FTE:0.6
Status:Permanent

About the Role
The Speech-Language Pathologist provides services within the Core team supporting children youth and families. Through assessment and consultation the Speech-Language Pathologist works collaboratively within a multi-disciplinary team to enhance access to services ensure seamless transitions and improve outcomes for children and youth within an integrated model of care.

The Speech-Language Pathologist will:

Complete screening informal/standardized assessment consultation recommendations/advice and education in the areas of speech language communication and related disorders.
Interpret test results in conjunction with other related medical behavioural and educational information to identify speech and related disorders.
Provide information and recommendations to assist in understanding the clinical condition ongoing care and management.
Determine appropriate functional and/or diagnostic instruments to use with each patient.
Demonstrate proficiency in group facilitation including patient intervention groups and parent education groups.
Accurately document findings in the electronic health record.
Act as a resource and provide supportive training to team members to assist in their professional development.
Participate in the development of childrens mental health teaching and resource materials.
Collaborate with multi-disciplinary team members on treatment plans case consultation evaluation measures and program development.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities

Active registration with the Alberta College of Speech and Language Pathologists and Audiologists (ACSLPA) is required.
A minimum of three years of pediatric experience.
Mental health experience is an asset.
Knowledge of evidence-based speech-language pathology assessment and intervention practices for children and adolescents.
Experience working with children and youth with social emotional and behavioural difficulties in community-based school-based and/or day program settings.
Proficiency in assessment administration treatment planning and recommendations goal writing report writing and group facilitation.
Knowledge of specialized therapeutic techniques and interventions relevant to child and adolescent care is advantageous.

Conditions of Employment

A satisfactory Criminal Records Check with Vulnerable Sector Search and Child Intervention Check. This would be the financial responsibility of the successful candidate.
Ability to pass and maintain Therapeutic Crisis Intervention (TCI) certification (training provided by CASA) as well asphysical ability to perform all interventions.
Valid Class 5 drivers license and access to a reliable vehicle.

Your Well-Being Matters

At CASA we know a career in mental health is more than just a job its a calling. Thats why we take care of the people who make that care possible. We offer competitive benefits opportunities for growth and the support you need to rest recharge and continue making a difference.

What We Offer:

Employer-paid health and dental benefits including $750 per paramedical practitioner and $2000 annually in mental health services.
Flexible Spending Account that allows you choose between Health Spending Personal Spending your RRSP or CASA Pension Plan.

Defined contribution pension plan with generous employer match.
Five paid wellness days plus a holiday break in December to spend time with loved ones.
Paid time off for illness bereavement moving and education.
Up to 12 weeks parental leave top-up so you can spend precious time with your new addition.
Access to our Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and a range of employee discounts.
Ongoing learning and growth opportunities including annual training events such as Indigenous Learnings Day.
Recognition and community-building through employee appreciation events team celebrations and opportunities to connect across CASA locations.

Apply today to start making a difference for Albertas children and families!

Your success matters to us. If there is anything we can do to make the application or interview process more accessible for you please let us know at emailprotected

Closing Date: open until filled

Please quote the following competition number in your application materials 26-037.

Required Experience:

Senior IC

Complete screening informal/standardized assessment consultation recommendations/advice and education in the areas of speech language communication and related disorders.
Interpret test results in conjunction with other related medical behavioural and educational information to identify speech and related disorders.
Provide information and recommendations to assist in understanding the clinical condition ongoing care and management.
Determine appropriate functional and/or diagnostic instruments to use with each patient.
Demonstrate proficiency in group facilitation including patient intervention groups and parent education groups.
Accurately document findings in the electronic health record.
Act as a resource and provide supportive training to team members to assist in their professional development.
Participate in the development of childrens mental health teaching and resource materials.
Collaborate with multi-disciplinary team members on treatment plans case consultation evaluation measures and program development.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities

Active registration with the Alberta College of Speech and Language Pathologists and Audiologists (ACSLPA) is required.
A minimum of three years of pediatric experience.
Mental health experience is an asset.
Knowledge of evidence-based speech-language pathology assessment and intervention practices for children and adolescents.
Experience working with children and youth with social emotional and behavioural difficulties in community-based school-based and/or day program settings.
Proficiency in assessment administration treatment planning and recommendations goal writing report writing and group facilitation.
Knowledge of specialized therapeutic techniques and interventions relevant to child and adolescent care is advantageous.

Conditions of Employment

A satisfactory Criminal Records Check with Vulnerable Sector Search and Child Intervention Check. This would be the financial responsibility of the successful candidate.
Ability to pass and maintain Therapeutic Crisis Intervention (TCI) certification (training provided by CASA) as well asphysical ability to perform all interventions.
Valid Class 5 drivers license and access to a reliable vehicle.

Employer-paid health and dental benefits including $750 per paramedical practitioner and $2000 annually in mental health services.
Flexible Spending Account that allows you choose between Health Spending Personal Spending your RRSP or CASA Pension Plan.

Defined contribution pension plan with generous employer match.
Five paid wellness days plus a holiday break in December to spend time with loved ones.
Paid time off for illness bereavement moving and education.
Up to 12 weeks parental leave top-up so you can spend precious time with your new addition.
Access to our Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and a range of employee discounts.
Ongoing learning and growth opportunities including annual training events such as Indigenous Learnings Day.
Recognition and community-building through employee appreciation events team celebrations and opportunities to connect across CASA locations.