Speech Language Pathologist

MFNERC-Manitoba First Nations Education Resource Centre; Winnipeg; On-site; CAD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Retention Incentive Bonus

Compensatory Time-Off for Travel

Reduced Summer Hours without Reduced P

Opportunity for Professional Developm

Extended Health, Dental, Critical Illn

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

The Speech-Language Pathologist at MFNERC-Manitoba First Nations Education Resource Centre serves on an interdisciplinary school-based team providing specialized communication services to First Nations schools in Manitoba. Responsibilities include assessment, programming and therapeutic intervention, and consultative support across a three-tier service model to improve academic access and participation.

Qualified candidates hold a Master’s in Speech-Language Pathology, are registered or

Qualifications

• Master’s Degree in Speech-Language Pathology required.
• CASLPM registration (full or provisional) required.
• Permanent or provisional School Clinical Certificate required.
• Familiarity with Manitoba curriculum frameworks and inclusive education models.
• Ability to work respectfully in a First Nations environment.

Responsibilities

• Provide assessment, programming and therapeutic intervention for students.
• Deliver consultative services within a three-tiered service delivery model.
• Collaborate with an interdisciplinary school-based team of professionals.
• Support access to academics and student participation in school activities.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Cross-cultural communication

Oral and written communication

Independent work

Team collaboration

Computer proficiency

Education

Master's Degree in Speech-Language Pathology

CASLPM registration (full or provisional)

School Clinical Certificate (permanent or provisional)

Knowledge of Manitoba curriculum frameworks

Job description

The Speech-Language Pathologist functions as a member of an interdisciplinary school-based team of professionals and is responsible for providing specialized communication-related services to First Nations schools in Manitoba. This will include assessment, programming and therapeutic intervention, and consultative services within the three-tiered service delivery model to enhance access to academics and participation in school.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Master’s Degree in Speech-Language Pathology;
• Full or provisional registrant with the College of Audiologists & Speech-Language Pathologists of Manitoba (CASLPM);
• Permanent or provisional School Clinical Certificate;
• Familiarity with the Manitoba curriculum frameworks and strategies for implementation, including the four current inclusive special education models;
• Knowledge of Manitoba First Nations education development and reforms and socio-economic conditions of First Nations;
• Appreciation and respect for First Nations’ self-determination and education reform strategies;
• Excellent interpersonal and cross-cultural skills to work in a First Nations environment;
• Fluency in a First Nations language is considered an asset;
• Familiarity with federal and provincial legislation;
• Ability to relate and communicate with children, parents/caregivers, and other professionals;
• Excellent oral and written communication skills in technical and plain language writing;
• Ability to work independently and as a member of an interdisciplinary team of professionals
• Computer proficiency;
• Possess a valid Class 5 Drivers License and a reliable vehicle; and -

BENEFITS:

• Retention Incentive Bonus
• Compensatory Time-Off for Travel
• Reduced Summer Hours without Reduced Pay
• Opportunity for Professional Development
• Extended Health, Dental, Critical Illness, Accidental Death and Dismemberment, Employee Assistance Program