Speech Language Pathologist Assistant - Sherwood Park, Canada - Toronto Catholic District School Board

Toronto Catholic District School Board

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Sherwood Park, Canada

2 weeks ago

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Sophia Lee

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Description

Elk Island Public Schools (EIPS) is one of the largest school divisions in Alberta, serving the educational needs of approximately 17,500 students in 43 schools.

Every day, the staff and students of EIPS are encouraged to pursue opportunities to grow and discover their passions in life.

The Division prides itself on providing staff and students with the tools to achieve success by offering dynamic programming, up-to-date resources and practical professional learning opportunities.

**EIPS is recruiting a permanent full-time Speech Language Pathologist Assistant with our Support for Students department.
Our Support for Students department is located at our Central Office in Sherwood Park.

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Commencing August 31, 2023:

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35 hours per week (Monday to Friday, 7 hours per day):

Open to internal and external applicants, priority will be given to permanent EIPS employees:

- **EIPS offers a comprehensive benefits package
Speech-Language Pathologist Assistants provide support and assistance to speech-language pathologists working in schools.

Speech-Language Pathologist Assistants carry out specific communication interventions and treatment programs that are planned, directed and supervised by speech-language pathologists to improve students' communication skills.

Duties include direct treatment and indirect services as delegated.

Instructional Support

Conduct articulation and language therapy activities that are based on goals and treatment plans developed by speechlanguage pathologists for individual students or small groups
Administer screening tools and/or assist with client assessment
Partake in planning and evaluation of communication services
Work directly with students as assigned by a speechlanguage pathologist
Monitor student's progress during therapy sessions
Maintains confidentiality regarding students

Assist with Materials Preparation

Create therapy materials using programs such as Boardmaker & Writing With Symbols
Modify and prepare materials for students
Assist in the development of home programs
Ensure equipment and facilities are kept in a clean, safe, and orderly manner
Maintain inventory of assessment/treatment materials
Photocopy, correlate, file, word process, laminate

Communication and Reporting

Maintain accurate documentation of the treatment process
Communicate observations of students' progress collected in logs, charts, and data sheets as requested by the SLP
Directs questions regarding the diagnosis and treatment of clients to the SLP
Collect statistical data as requested by the SLP
Participate in student team conferences when requested by the SLP
Regularly meet with their supervising speechlanguage pathologist
Attend staff meetings on a monthly basis

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

Speech-Language Pathologist Assistant Diploma.
Education and experience will be considered as equivalence.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ATTITUDES

Good observation skills and problemsolving skills
Good organizational and time management skills
Good interpersonal skills
Strong oral and written communication skills
Flexibility, patience, sensitivity, tolerance, enthusiasm, creativity and imagination
Ability to take direction and follow treatment programs as set out by speechlanguage pathologists
Ability to work effectively as part of a team
Ability to work independently
Knowledge of computers (Word Processing, Boardmaker, Writing With Symbols)
Previous experience working with children

Posted On
May 04, 2023

Closing Date & Time
May 09, :00 PM MST/MDT

Openings
1

Job Type
Full Time

Job Category
ECE, EA and Support Staff

Location
Sherwood Park AB

Salary
$ $30.02 per hour

Employment Start Date
August 31, 2023

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