Speech Pathologist - Boomerang Health

About SickKids

Dedicated exclusively to children and their families, The Hospital for Sick Children (SickKids) is one of the largest and most respected paediatric healthcare centres in the world. As innovators in child health, we lead and partner to improve the health of children through the integration of healthcare, leading-edge research and education. Our reputation would not have been built - nor could it be maintained - without the skills, knowledge and experience of the extraordinary people who come to work here every day. SickKids is committed to ongoing learning and development, and features a caring and supportive work environment that combines exceptionally high standards of practice.

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Position Description

SickKids' Boomerang Health is an independent paediatric healthcare centre, located in York Region, that provides greater access to community-based services for children and adolescents. Through our interdisciplinary team, we offer physician and rehabilitation services, including groups and camps. We are committed to helping parents find solutions and manage their children's health and well-being. We do this by striving for a seamless and positive healthcare experience, and providing high standards of care.

We are seeking a speech-language pathologist to join our multi-disciplinary team. A strong applicant has experience working with children of varying ages with a variety of concerns and conditions. You will work with a team of professionals dedicated to providing the highest standard of convenient, accessible care. This is your chance to join and contribute to a great organization.

Job Summary:

• This position is part-time and requires availability on weekend and evening hours (4:00-8:00 pm).
• Work will be a mix of in-person at the clinic, school-based care and some virtual care.
• Provides comprehensive speech and language assessments and intervention to children with a variety of communication concerns.
• Follows evidence-based approaches to assessment and treatment.
• Provides education and feedback to families.
• Communicates effectively and maintains relationships with referring physicians, healthcare providers and other relevant community stakeholders.
• Manages a varied caseload and meets required timelines.
• Maintains complete and accurate medical records using an electronic (computerized) system.
• Other duties as required.

Qualifications:

• Master's degree in Speech-Language Pathology, with experience in paediatric assessment and treatment.
• Registered with the College of Speech-language Pathologists of Ontario (CASLPO).

Experience/Skills:

• A minimum of three years of experience is preferred.
• Strong proficiency in assessment and evidence-based occupational therapy interventions with children.
• Experience providing care virtually.
• Proven ability to work as a member of a multi-disciplinary team.
• Utilizes critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
• Efficient time management and organizational skills are required.
• Requires excellent oral and written communication skills in English.
• Proficient oral and written communication skills in French is an asset.

To apply for this position, please email your cover letter and resume to [email protected].

Our Commitment to Diversity

SickKids is committed to championing equity, diversity and inclusion in all that we do, fostering an intentionally inclusive and culturally safe environment that reflects the diversity of the patients, families and communities we serve. Learn more about workplace inclusion.

Accessibility & Accommodation

If you require accommodation during the application process, please reach out to our aSKHR team. SickKids can provide access and inclusion supports to eligible candidates to support their full engagement during the interview and selection process as well as to ensure candidates are able to perform their duties once successfully hired. If you are invited for an interview and require accommodation, please let us know at the time of your invitation to interview. Information received related to access, inclusion or accommodation will be addressed confidentially.

How To Apply

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