Speech Language Pathologist Masters

Position #: 9006566 (49493)

Expected Start Date: To be determined; Posted until filled

Union: HSAS

Facility: Primary Health Care Services

City/Town: Regina

Department: Kids First - Child Care Administration

Type: Full-time temporary

Expected Up to Date: January 01, 2027

FTE: 1

Shift Information: Days, Evenings, Weekends, Stats

Hours of Work: 8 hour shifts

Relief: No

Float: No

Field Hours: No

Salary or Pay Band: Pay Band Speech Language Pathologist - Masters $43.309 to $52.958

Travel Required: Yes

Job Description: Within a multidisciplinary team provides professional leadership as a speech and language pathologist in the development and process of clinical consultative services with the Kids First Program and the children and families they serve.

Human Resources Exemption: No

Education

• Master of Speech Language Pathology (SLP)

Licenses

• Licensed or eligible for licensure with Saskatchewan Association of Speech and Language Pathologists and Audiologists.

Experience

• Clinical experience in a child community setting.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Knowledge:
  • Knowledge of infant and preschool development
  • Knowledge of speech and language development and disorders
  • Knowledge of models of assessment and therapeutic interventions appropriate for the treatment of children's speech and language diagnoses and the inter-related emotional disturbances, learning disabilities, socialization and behavioral problems with at risk populations
  • Knowledge of aboriginal culture, values and traditions and their impact on accessing formal/mental health services
  • Knowledge of the Mental Health Act, the Family Services Act and the Saskatchewan Model of Recovery
  • Knowledge of community resources
• Skills:
  
  • Superior interpersonal skills
  • Strong organization and prioritization skills
  • Uses critical analysis, reflective practice and assessment skills
  • Excellent oral and written communication skills
  • Strong problem solving, conflict resolution and analytical skills
  • Demonstrated skill in mentoring, training and supervising speech and language pathologists and related disciplines
• Abilities:
  • Ability to assess and provide therapeutic interventions appropriate to the treatment of children's speech and language disorders/delays within the context of other mental health disorders and family functioning and demonstrated skill in conducting and monitoring individual, family and group treatment programs
  • Leadership abilities to develop and maintain consulting relationships within a multidisciplinary team, interagency programs and across the community of human services
  • Ability to work collaboratively as a member of an interdisciplinary team and independently to manage complex and multiple demands
  • Ability to design, conduct and evaluate educational and training opportunities related to speech and language disorders in preschool children to various targeted audiences
  • Ability to be self-directed and exercise independent decision-making in a community based environment
  • Ability to be flexible and adaptable in a changing system
  • Ability to motivate clients
  • Ability to work under stress
  • Ability to demonstrate appropriate level of professional conduct and judgement
  • Ability to work independently and as a team member
  • Ability and willingness to travel, work evenings/weekends as required and maintain a valid drivers’ license

Other Information

• Preference for this position will be given to HSAS members in accordance with the terms and conditions of the SAHO/HSAS Collective Agreement. HSAS seniority within the Saskatchewan Health Authority will be considered under the Selection Criteria.
• This position is currently located at Al Ritchie Heritage Community Health Centre, 1550 - 14th Avenue (subject to change).
• Recruitment Incentive is available.
• Must have a valid drivers license and a vehicle available for work.
• Please provide a cover letter and resume when applying for this position.
• For more information on the city of Regina please visit https://www.regina.ca/

Applicants must upload all relevant documents (ex: certificates, diplomas, proof of enrollment, licenses and/or memberships) relating to the qualifications of the position. By submitting your application, you consent to your application history and talent profile being shared with Human Resources and the applicable hiring team.

Only applicants selected for an interview will be contacted. Those being interviewed are required to bring a valid Criminal Record Check (CRC) to the interview; it must be dated within six (6) months and include a vulnerable sector search.

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We work in the spirit of truth and reconciliation, acknowledging Saskatchewan as the traditional territory of First Nations and Métis People.

Please note: Only applications that include all required documentation will be considered.

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