Speech Language Pathologist

McKinley Children's Center; Canada; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A children's support organization in Canada is seeking a Speech-Language Pathologist to assess and treat students with communication disorders. Responsibilities include conducting evaluations, developing IEPs, and providing therapy. Applicants should have a Master's Degree in Speech-Language Pathology and relevant credentials. The pay range is $42 - $50 per hour, based on experience, along with benefits like tuition reimbursement and competitive pay.

Benefits

Competitive pay

Employee tuition reimbursement

Great training for staff

Qualifications

• Must pass pre-employment physical exam, TB and drug screening.
• Ability to sit, stand, walk, bend, and reach throughout the workday.
• Insurability Under Corporate Automobile Insurance.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate students for communicative disorders according to set criteria.
• Implement state and federal regulations for speech and language services.
• Develop goals and recommendations for students with speech and language deficits.

Skills

Excellent Reading and Writing Skills

Ability to learn and apply various district computer-based IEP programs

Familiarity with electronic programs such as Word, Google Docs

Ability to engage effectively with students, staff, and families

Education

Master’s Degree in Speech-Language Pathology

Tools

Computer and therapy equipment

Job description

Career Opportunities with McKinley Children's Center

A great place to work.

Overview

The Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP) is responsible for assessing, diagnosing, and treating students with speech, language, and communication disorders. This role includes conducting comprehensive evaluations, developing and implementing Individualized Education Plans (IEPs), and providing both direct therapy and consultative services. The SLP will collaborate closely with teachers, administrators, district personnel, outside consultants, and families to support student progress, ensure appropriate interventions, and promote an inclusive educational environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Effectively evaluates students for communicative disorders according to appropriate criteria as determined by state and federal guidelines.
• Assumes responsibility for implementation of state and federal regulations as related to speech and language services.
• Develop goals and recommendations for students with language, speech and hearing deficits.
• Establishes individual education plans for students and reviews IEPs at least annually.
• Collaborate and participate in Individual Education Plan (IEP) meetings, Student Study Team meetings and conferences as appropriate.
• Employ assessment procedures, techniques and standard tests necessary for thorough and accurate diagnosis and conveys pertinent information to appropriate personnel.
• Provides a full continuum of speech-language therapy services to students who are in need of such services, including articulation and language therapy.
• Provides consultation services to parents and teachers on appropriate speech and language activities, including training parents and teachers to use appropriate speech-language activities.
• Required to travel to various school locations.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• A Master’s Degree.
• Valid California Speech-Language Pathology School Services credential or California Clinical or Rehabilitative Services credential with an authorization in Language, Speech, and Hearing.
• Excellent Reading and Writing Skills.
• Ability to learn and apply various district computer-based IEP programs - SES, SEIS, etc.
• Familiarity with electronic programs such as Word, Google Docs, etc.
• Must pass pre-employment physical exam, TB and drug screening.
• Ability to sit, stand, walk, bend, and reach throughout the workday.
• Ability to lift, pull, push, and carry materials or equipment weighing up to 15 pounds.
• Sufficient vision, hearing, and speech to engage in direct therapy and communicate effectively with students, staff, and families.
• Ability to use a computer, telephone, and other standard office and therapy equipment for extended periods.
• Mobility to navigate school campuses and travel between sites as needed.
• DOJ, FBI, Child Abuse Index.
• Insurability Under Corporate Automobile Insurance.

Compensation and Benefits

The pay range we’re offering is $42 - $50 hourly depending on experience.

Why Should You Apply?

• Our Mission - work for an organization that makes a real difference in people’s lives.
• Competitive pay.
• Several benefit options.
• Employee tuition reimbursement.
• Great training for staff.

Join McKinley to Be Your Best H.U.M.A.N.

Our Mission – work for an organization that makes a real difference in people’s lives. Competitive pay. Several benefit options. Employee tuition reimbursement. Great training for staff.