Speech Language Pathologist - Edson, Canada - Grande Yellowhead Public School Division

Description

Grande Yellowhead Public School Division


invites applicants for:

Speech-Language Pathologist


Location:
Educational Service Centre - Edson, Alberta


Assignment Type:
Full-Time, FTE) Hours per week, 10 Months per year.

Duties to commence immediately.


Duties of the Speech-Language Pathologist will include:
Provide intervention strategies (universal, targeted and specialized) and program development to address:
Speech delays and disorders including articulation, phonology and motor speech disorders.

Language delays and disorders, including expression and comprehension in oral and non-verbal contexts

Fluency disorders, including stuttering.

Voice and resonance disorders.

Cognitive-communicative disorders including social communication skills, reasoning, problem solving and executive functions.

Pre-literacy and literacy skills including phonological awareness, decoding, reading comprehension and writing.

Provide a flexible approach to service delivery adjusting to the diverse and changing needs of the child and family.

Administer, score and interpret standardized speech-language assessments

Contribute to student Individualized Support Plan (ISP) development and program planning.

Support and develop a strength-based model of services

Supervise and provide direction to Therapy Aides and school educational assistants

Facilitate professional development for parents, teachers and educational assistants

Support and observe students as part of the multi-disciplinary team

Work collaboratively with the Division and School Based Teams and professional agencies.

Travel to all five zones within the school Division is required


Preference will be given to applicants who possess:
Master's Degree in Speech-Language Pathology or equivalent

Active or eligible registration and practice permit with the Alberta College of Speech Language Pathologists and Audiologists (ACSLPA).

Experience with school-age population is preferred

Strong interpersonal, organizational and time management skills

Strong written and oral communication skills

Valid driver's license and reliable vehicle

In accordance with Board Policy the successful applicant will be required to provide the following:
Vulnerable Sector Check

Child Welfare Record Check

Please include a list of references with permission for Grande Yellowhead Public School Division to contact any or all references.

We thank all applicants for their interest however only those shortlisted will be contacted.