Speech-Language Pathologist

Southern Health-Santé Sud; Portage la Prairie; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A regional health authority in Manitoba seeks a Speech-Language Pathologist to join a multidisciplinary rehabilitation team. This role entails independent assessments, direct interventions, and consultations for both children and adults. Candidates must hold a Master's Degree in Speech-Language Pathology and possess effective communication skills. Registration with relevant certifications and proficiency in Microsoft Office are required. The position offers a unique opportunity to impact the community while fostering cultural diversity in service delivery.

Qualifications

• Active registration with the College of Audiologists and Speech‑Language Pathologists of Manitoba.
• Eligible for membership with Speech‑Language & Audiology Canada.
• Advanced certification in Videofluoroscopic Swallow Study for working in Adult Services.

Responsibilities

• Participate in planning, delivery, and evaluation of rehabilitation services.
• Provide assessment, direct intervention, and consultation.
• Conduct public education and training for caregivers.

Skills

Proficiency in Microsoft Office Applications

Effective oral and written communication skills

Decision-making and problem-solving skills

Organizational and time-management skills

Ability to build and maintain professional relationships

Ability to work independently and in a team

Respect for cultural diversity

Proficiency in both official languages

Respect confidentiality

Valid Class 5 driver’s license

Education

Masters Degree in Speech‑Language Pathology

Job description

Position Overview

The Speech-Language Pathologist operates with a high degree of independence as a member of a multidisciplinary regional rehabilitation team. The incumbent participates in the planning, delivery and evaluation of rehabilitation services, using a client‑centered, goal‑oriented approach for children and/or adult populations. Services include assessment, direct intervention, consultation and public/parent/caregiver education and training within a variety of settings, including acute care, outpatient, long‑term care, client’s home, school and other community settings. The SLP may also provide clinical supervision and training for students and provisional members and participate in the education of other health care professionals. The incumbent exercises the appropriate level of initiative and independent judgment in determining work priorities, work methods and action to be taken on unusual matters. Current caseload is children and youth.

Experience

• For SLPs working in Adult Services – experience in assessment, treatment, and/or management of dysphagia.

Education (Degree/Diploma/Certificate)

• Masters Degree in Speech‑Language Pathology.

Certification / Licensure / Registration

• Active registration with the College of Audiologists and Speech‑Language Pathologists of Manitoba.
• Eligible for membership with Speech‑Language & Audiology Canada.
• Completion of and ongoing advanced certification in Videofluoroscopic Swallow Study‑Adults, or willing to complete within a mutually agreeable timeframe for Speech‑Language Pathologist’s working in Adult Services.

Qualifications and Skills

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Applications and Outlook/Email.
• Demonstrated effective oral and written communication skills.
• Demonstrated effective decision‑making, and problem‑solving skills.
• Demonstrated organizational and time‑management skills.
• Demonstrated ability to build and maintain professional working relationships with management and staff within the region as well as appropriate outside vendors and agencies.
• Demonstrated ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
• Given the cultural diversity of our region, the ability to respect and promote a culturally diverse population is required.
• Proficiency of both official languages is essential for target and designated bilingual positions.
• Demonstrated ability to respect confidentiality including paper, electronic formats and other mediums.
• Good work and attendance record.
• Requires a valid Class 5 driver’s license, an all-purpose insured vehicle and liability insurance of at least $1,000,000.

Physical Requirements

• Demonstrated ability to meet the physical and mental demands of the job.
• No hazardous or significantly unpleasant conditions.
• May work occasionally evenings and weekends as necessary.
• Will be required to travel to other regional facilities as the position duties may require.

Additional Information

Applicants may request reasonable accommodation related to the materials or activities used throughout the selection process.

Southern Health‑Santé Sud, in partnership with the Indigenous community, is committed to increasing the representation of Indigenous people within all levels of our workforce. Indigenous applicants are encouraged to apply and to voluntarily self‑identify as being of Indigenous descent in their cover letter/application.

Completes and maintains Satisfactory Criminal Record Check, Vulnerable Sector Search, Adult Abuse Registry Check and Child Abuse Registry Check. The successful candidate will be responsible for any service charges incurred.

Please include three work‑related references with your job application from persons who are not related to you but have direct knowledge of your current and past work performance.

Consistent with the French Language Services Policy of the Government of Manitoba and Southern Health‑Santé Sud’s FLS Policy, we are committed to offering services in English and French in designated program/service areas serving French‑speaking communities within Southern Health‑Santé Sud. If no candidates satisfy the bilingual qualification, candidates meeting all other qualifications may be considered for this position.

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