Speech Language Pathologist - Toronto, Canada - Holland Bloorview Kids Rehabilitation Hospital

Holland Bloorview Kids Rehabilitation Hospital

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Toronto, Canada

2 weeks ago

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Sophia Lee

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Description

The brain injury rehab outpatient team (BIRT) serves clients (from 3 months to 18 years) and families who require rehabilitation following an acquired brain injury and are recovering at home.

Following an acquired brain injury, clients may experience a variety of emotional, behavioural, learning, physical, psychological and social impacts.

Key responsibilities of the
Speech-Language Pathologist:

Provides consultation (including prevention), evaluation, assessment, intervention and counselling to clients and families around communication
Works in collaboration with a multidisciplinary team to inform integrated care plans
Uses appropriate standardized tests and outcome measures in clinical practice
Uses nonstandard assessment tools/forms when appropriate
Makes appropriate referrals to other services, agencies, etc.
Incorporates goal setting in discussion with family/client
Adapts approach to changing needs of clients and families
Keeps family/client informed of progress and of any changes in plan
Adheres to Centre/professional charting guidelines
Demonstrates familiarity with current literature, issues and trends of practice
Participates in regular quality improvement activities to further refine clinical practice, equitable and efficient service for clients and families
Shares new knowledge and best practices with colleagues, students and other professionals within the organization, professional body and community
Participate in quality improvement activities to ensure the maintenance of a safe and healthy work environment
Utilize the teaching/learning process to provide education, both formal and informal, to clients/families, colleagues, students, and other professionals within the organization and the community
Participates in quality improvement initiatives, supports the maintenance of a safe and healthy work environment and advances a culture of client/patient safety through work and daily practices
Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

Masters degree in Speech-Language Pathology
Current registration with the College of Audiologists and Speech-Language Pathologists of Ontario (CASLPO)
Previous pediatric clinical related experience preferred
Experience with providing assessment, consultation and therapy for pediatric Spina Bifida, neuromuscular disorders and/or inpatient rehab preferred.
Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively with clients, families and members of the interdisciplinary care team
Demonstrates flexibility and cooperation in dealing with change
Demonstrated ability to work independently and in an interdisciplinary team