Speech-Language Pathologist

Who We Are One Kids Place

Children’s Treatment Centre provides rehabilitation and related support services for children and youth (up to the age of 19) and their families living in the Districts of Muskoka, Nipissing and Parry Sound. All staff will provide service within an interdisciplinary team environment committed to family-centered practice.

The Opportunity

Position: Speech-Language Pathologist Location: Muskoka Effective: ASAP Status: Unionized Job type: Permanent Full Time – 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM * To ensure we can meet the needs of our communities at times that work best for them, our staff are expected to maintain flexibility in their schedules, which may include working outside standard business hours as per client needs.* POSITION SUMMARY: The Speech-Language Pathologist provides assessment, treatment, and prevention of speech, language, communication, cognitive-communication, and swallowing disorders in children and youth. Working within a family-centred and interdisciplinary model, the Speech-Language Pathologist develops individualized treatment plans, provides caregiver education, and offers clinical supervision to Communication Disorders Assistants in accordance with CASLPO standards. JOB DUTIES:

• Provides quality family-centered care through assessment, providing clinical findings and treatment programs to assist children/youth in achieving their maximal functional ability in the areas of speech, language, communication, and oral motor development.
• Documents client-related activities and workload practices according to Children’s Treatment Centre and College standards.
• Utilizes therapeutic techniques / modalities as necessary in the provision of therapy and maintains client confidentiality and privacy.
• Communicates effectively and ensures continuity of care by making treatment decisions in close collaboration with the children/youth/family, other rehabilitation staff and other community service providers as part of an inter-disciplinary team.
• Educates the child/youth, family and other caregivers in the condition/disease process and specific treatment/intervention suggestions to ensure appropriate follow-through of daily activities and programs. The focus may be prevention, maintenance and/or treatment for the child/youth and family.
• Provides clinical supervision within the discipline’s scope of practice to designated support personnel and/or placement students.
• Provides equipment recommendations/prescriptions and/or refers children/youth to appropriate services.
• Acts as a resource/educator for the children/youth, families, staff, students, professionals and communities through the facilitation, development and implementation of education programs.
• Participates in the orientation and training of new staff members, placement students and/or volunteers.
• Pursues on-going professional development and growth. QUALIFICATIONS:
• Masters Degree in Speech-Language Pathology
• Current registration with the College of Audiology and Speech-Language Pathology of Ontario
• 2 years related work experience within a pediatric/health care setting with children and youth with special needs
• Experience working in Augmentative and Alternative Communication is an asset
• Working knowledge of community resources and supports within the Districts of Nipissing, Muskoka, Parry Sound and Timiskaming
• Excellent interpersonal and organizational skills/Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Valid Ontario driver’s license, proof of insurance and reliable vehicle
• Computer competency and adaptable in the use of computer software for the purpose of assessments, documentation, programming and communication.
• Bilingualism (English/French) is preferred
• ADP authorizer is an asset
• Proof of COVID Vaccinations as required by the sector
• New Graduates are encouraged to apply! We offer excellent mentorship and educational opportunities

What We Offer

As an employee at One Kids Place, you will become part of a team of skilled professionals working together to meet the special needs of children, youth and their families. The work environment includes the family-centered principles and values of mutual respect, collaboration, accessibility and community inclusivity. One Kids Place provides opportunities for ongoing education and development through mentorships, workshops, conferences, and seminars. COMPENSATION: $41.13 - $51.58 hourly (depending on prior experience as per our Collective Agreement) . BENEFITS:

• An amazing pension plan
• Employee Health Benefits
• Employee & Family Assistance Plan
• 4 weeks of paid vacation to START!
• Paid sick time, paid breaks, and more! ADDITIONAL PERKS:
• All of our locations benefit from Northern Ontario living – work and live minutes from numerous ski-hills, beaches, lakes, trails and outdoor activities for all seasons, as well as unique art, cultural and shopping experiences.
• Relocation assistance may be available to candidates who qualify

How to Apply

For an opportunity to be part of our exciting future, please apply via this job posting or send your resume attention to: Human Resources One Kids Place, 400 McKeown Ave., North Bay ON P1B 0B2 E-mail: [email protected] www.onekidsplace.ca One Kids Place Children’s Treatment Centre is committed to an inclusive and accessible environment. Please send an email to the address above to let us know if you require any accommodation during the recruitment process. We thank all applicants for their interest. An acknowledgement will be sent only to those candidates who will be interviewed. ______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________

Qui Nous Sommes

La place des enfants Centre de traitement pour enfants offre des services de réadaptation et de soutien connexe aux enfants et aux jeunes (jusqu'à l'âge de 19 ans) et à leurs familles vivant dans les districts de Muskoka, Nipissing et Parry Sound. Tout le personnel fournira des services au sein d’une équipe interdisciplinaire engagée dans une pratique centrée sur la famille. L'OPPORTUNITÉ Poste : Orthophoniste Lieu : Muskoka Efficace : Dès que possible Statut : Syndiqué Type d'emploi : temps-plein, permanent – 8h30 à 16h30 *Afin de pouvoir répondre aux besoins de nos communautés aux moments qui leur conviennent le mieux, notre personnel est tenu de faire preuve de flexibilité dans ses horaires, ce qui peut inclure des heures de travail en dehors des heures normales de bureau, selon les besoins des clients.*

Sommaire Du Poste

: L’orthophoniste assure l’évaluation, le traitement et la prévention des troubles de la parole, du langage, de la communication, de la communication cognitive et de la déglutition chez les enfants et les jeunes. Dans le cadre d’une approche interdisciplinaire et axée sur la famille, l’orthophoniste élabore des plans de traitement individualisés, offre de la formation aux aidants naturels et assure la supervision clinique des assistants en troubles de la communication conformément aux normes de L’Ordre des audiologistes et des orthophonistes de l’Ontario (l’OAOO).

Fonctions Du Poste

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• Offre des soins de qualité axés sur la famille par le biais d'évaluations, de la communication des résultats cliniques et de programmes de traitement visant à aider les enfants et les jeunes à atteindre leur plein potentiel fonctionnel en matière de parole, de langage, de communication et de développement oromoteur.
• Documente les activités liées au client et les pratiques de travail conformément aux normes du Centre de traitement pour enfants et du Collège.
• Utilise les techniques et modalités thérapeutiques nécessaires à la prestation de la thérapie et assure la confidentialité et le respect de la vie privée du client.
• Communique efficacement et assure la continuité des soins en prenant des décisions de traitement en étroite collaboration avec l'enfant, le jeune e