Pediatric SLP for School-Based & Home Care

CHEO; Ottawa; On-site; CAD 63,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

CHEO in Ottawa seeks a Speech-Language Pathologist to provide therapy services in homes, schools, and CHEO settings. You will conduct assessments, develop treatment plans, and collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to meet pediatric needs across the Champlain region.

You will travel to client sites, support the SBRS program, and adapt through virtual or in-person settings. CASLPO registration is required, with bilingual English/French being a plus; CPR-C and OPSEU considerations may apply.

Qualifications

• Master’s Degree in Speech-Language Pathology required.
• Minimum two years’ experience as a Speech-Language Pathologist, preferably in pediatrics.
• Related experience in a community-based or school-based setting.
• Experience working with and supporting children and youth in developmental education settings with complex health profiles.
• Registration with the College of Audiologists and Speech-Language Pathologists of Ontario (CASLPO) required.
• Current CPR-C certificate (Preferred).
• Communicates effectively, orally and in writing.
• Demonstrates excellent interpersonal skills and time management.
• Comfort level and skill in preparing and facilitating therapeutic groups.
• Flexible hours including evening, weekend, and holiday work may be required.
• Ability to travel to provide service across Ottawa and Champlain region.
• Ability to attend last-minute meetings in-person, as needed.
• Valid driver’s license and travel between sites daily.
• Vulnerable Sector Check (Level 3) required.
• Bilingualism (English/French) preferred.

Responsibilities

• Completes assessments of patients in varied settings and analyzes findings.
• Establishes realistic, measurable treatment goals and plans.
• Ensures informed consent for treatments.
• Provides direct treatment and training to patients, families, and school personnel.
• Participates in case conferences with the health care team.
• Performs reassessments and reports progress for continuity of care.
• Plans termination of service when goals are achieved.
• Documents patient records per CASLPO and CHEO policies.
• Teaches patients, families, and teams the treatment program.
• Acts as a resource and provides educational programs as requested.
• Supports caseloads of CDA and student placements.
• Attends team and staff meetings and maintains knowledge updates.
• Prioritizes CHEO policies and SBRS program mandates.
• Complies with safety policies and emergency procedures.
• Performs other related duties as assigned by Manager.

Skills

Communicates effectively

Interpersonal skills

Time management

Organizational skills

Therapy group facilitation

Travel readiness

Driver's license

Education

Master’s Degree in Speech-Language Pathology

CASLPO registration

Vulnerable Sector Check (Level 3)

Bilingualism (English/French) preferred

Job description

CHEO in Ottawa seeks a Speech-Language Pathologist to provide therapy services in homes, schools, and CHEO settings. You will conduct assessments, develop treatment plans, and collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to meet pediatric needs across the Champlain region.

You will travel to client sites, support the SBRS program, and adapt through virtual or in-person settings. CASLPO registration is required, with bilingual English/French being a plus; CPR-C and OPSEU considerations may apply.