Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) - Temp Full-Time

Palliser School Division; Lethbridge; Hybrid; CAD 89,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dynamic team as a Speech Language Pathologist, where you will support children and youth through comprehensive clinical practice. This role offers a unique opportunity to work both independently and within a collaborative environment, providing essential services that enhance the lives of students. Enjoy a flexible work schedule aligned with the school calendar, and benefit from a hybrid work model that combines in-person and virtual service delivery. With competitive salary and a range of benefits, this position is perfect for passionate professionals looking to make a difference in the community.

Benefits

Casual dress

Company events

Company pension

Dental care

Disability insurance

Extended health care

Flexible schedule

On-site parking

Vision care

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Speech Language Pathology required.
• Experience with school-age populations essential.

Responsibilities

• Provide clinical services including assessment and intervention.
• Collaborate with students, families, and healthcare professionals.

Skills

Speech Language Pathology

Clinical practice

Assessment and intervention

Case management

Collaboration with healthcare professionals

Education

Master’s degree in Speech Language Pathology

Tools

Laptop

Cell phone

Job description

SPEECH LANGUAGE PATHOLOGIST (SLP)

Anticipated Start Date: October 21, 2024 (or date mutually agreeable)

Anticipated End Date: June 30, 2025 (or return of incumbent)

Assignment: Speech Language Pathologist (SLP)

FTE: Temporary 1.0 FTE – Lethbridge Office (exact locations TBD)

Southwest Collaborative Support Services (SWCSS) is a collaborative partnership supporting children/youth and families. Partners worked together under the previous RCSD framework since 2013 and launched SWCSS in August of 2020 to continue to support the needs of students across the region.

As a regional therapist, you will provide clinical professional practice both independently and as a part of a collaborative team. You will be offering services within a full scope of practice including: health promotion, identification, assessment, intervention, and case management. You will participate in planning, coordination and delivery of rehabilitation services in collaboration with students, families, healthcare professionals and other partners.

ABOUT THE OPPORTUNITY:

• Work schedule will follow the school calendar with Christmas, Easter and summer break observed and is based on a 35-hours work week.
• Regional team members will be provided with laptop, cell phone and a small supply budget.
• Service will be provided by a combination of in-person and virtual delivery. Travel costs will be reimbursed based on SWCSS approved rates.
• Specific service priorities will be determined by school division partners funding the services.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• SLP: Completion of Master’s degree in Speech Language Pathology.
• Active or eligible registration and practice permit with respective regulatory College.
• Experience working with a school age population.
• Class 5 driver’s license and reliable vehicle.
• A police information check; including Vulnerable Sector Check.
• A satisfactory Intervention Record Check from Alberta Children’s Services.

SALARY & BENEFITS:

• FTE annual salary ranges between $89,860 – $99,319 depending on experience.
• ASEBP benefits are available for positions more than 0.5 FTE.
• LAPP pension is available for positions more than 0.8 FTE.

BENEFITS:

• Casual dress.
• Company events.
• Company pension.
• Dental care.
• Disability insurance.
• Extended health care.
• Flexible schedule.
• On-site parking.
• Vision care.

SCHEDULE:

• Monday to Friday.

WORK LOCATION:

• Hybrid remote/in Lethbridge, AB, T1H 5S1.

Applicants new to Southwest Collaborative Support Services (SWCSS) must provide:

• Criminal Record Check, including vulnerable sector check.
• Social Insurance Number (SIN) card or document issued by Service Canada.
• Government issued ID - valid driver's license, valid passport or Nexus card.

To apply for this opportunity please complete an application through the Palliser School Division recruitment portal. For more information, please send inquiries to Jodi Carmichael – [e-mail].

Please ensure you attach the following documentation to your application:

• Cover letter directed to Jodi Carmichael, SWCSS Coordinator.
• Resume summarizing training and experience.
• Copy of your most recent evaluation.
• Minimum of three professional references.

We thank all those who apply, but only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

By virtue of the submission of an application, the applicant agrees that the superintendent or designate can contact previous employers for the purpose of conducting confidential reference checks.