Speech-Language Pathologist
Position Title: Speech-Language Pathologist
Position Type: Contract (Full-Time / Part-Time)
Department: Special Education and Support Services
Title of Immediate Supervisor: Chief of Speech-Language, Hearing and Vision Services
Dates: Throughout the Academic Year 2022-2023 (Contract)
Location(s): Board-Wide – Multiple Locations
Salary Range: $63,787.00 – $105,371.00 (annually)
The Dufferin-Peel Catholic District School Board is one of the largest and most diverse school boards in Ontario with approximately 76,000 students attending 151 schools (125 elementary and 26 secondary) located throughout Mississauga, Brampton, Caledon and Orangeville. In addition, approximately 46,000 students are enrolled in the DPCDSB’s Adult and Continuing Education Programs each year. With approximately 11,000 employees, Dufferin-Peel is one of the largest employers in the region.
Position Summary
This position reports to the General Manager, Clinical Services and Special Education.
Under the direction of the General Manager Clinical Services and Special Education through the Chief of Service, the Speech-Language Pathologist will provide assessment, consultative and direct programming for students with speech and language disorders.
Qualifications
- Registration with the College of Audiologists and Speech-Language Pathologists of Ontario (CASLPO)
- Evidence from previous work history of satisfactory attendance and punctuality
- Previous experience is desired
Summary of Objectives
Under the direction of the Superintendent of Special Education and Learning Services and through the Chief of Speech-Language, Hearing and Vision Services, the Speech and Language Pathologist will provide assessment, consultative and direct programming for students with speech and language disorders.
Major Functions and Responsibilities
- Administer tests and observe students to evaluate speech, language and voice disorders
- Plan and coordinate implementation of programs to improve speech, language and voice
- Provide direct intervention services, including individual or group programs
- Provide consultative services to school staff, parents and caregivers
- Participate in school conferences and meetings
- Assist in the development and follow through of IPRC recommendations
- Consult with physicians, audiologists, psychologists and other health care personnel to help plan treatment programs
- Coordinate referrals to outside agencies and act as a liaison between these agencies and school personnel
- Prepare reports and correspondence
- Maintain professional and statistical records
- Conduct research on speech and other communication disorders and on the development and design of diagnostic procedures
- Develop and conduct in-service, workshops and presentations as required
- Participate in committees related to Board initiatives / projects
- Other duties, as assigned
Requirements:
Registration with the College of Audiologists and Speech-Language Pathologists of Ontario (CASLPO).
Experience:
Previous experience is desired.
How to Apply
To be considered for this position, please send an e-mail with a letter of interest, along with your resume, fully detailing your experience and qualifications. Quoting File: Speech-Language Pathologist.
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ALL new employees will be required to submit a current original criminal background check (CBC) including a “Vulnerable Sector Screening” (VSS) issued within 6 months prior to commencing employment with the Board.
We thank all applicants but be advised that only those under consideration will be contacted.
We actively encourage applications from members of groups with historical and/or current barriers to equity, including, but not limited to: • First Nations, Métis and Inuit peoples, and all other Indigenous peoples; • members of groups that commonly experience discrimination due to race, ancestry, colour or place of origin; • persons with visible and/or invisible (physical and/or mental) disabilities.
If you require a disability-related accommodation in order to participate in the recruitment process, please contact us at (905) 890-0708 extension 24670 to provide your contact information. Support Services staff will contact you within 2 business days. The Dufferin-Peel Catholic District School Board is an equal opportunity employer. We will accommodate your needs under the Ontario Human Rights Code.