Term Speech-Language Pathologist – School-Based

Ottawa Catholic School Board; Ottawa; On-site; CAD 96,000 - 113,000; Full time

Job summary

The Ottawa Catholic School Board (OCSB) is seeking a Speech and Language Pathologist on a term basis to join the Special Education and Student Services department. Under the direction of the SLP Lead, you will address communication challenges in students across schools and collaborate with families and educators.

Responsibilities include screening/assessing students, supervising Communicative Disorders Assistants, consulting with parents, delivering professional learning, coordinating with

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Speech-Language Pathology.
• Eligible for registration with CASLPO.
• 2 years of pediatric SLP experience.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
• Awareness of diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds of students.
• Strong time management and organizational skills.
• Valid driver’s license and personal vehicle.

Responsibilities

• Screening and assessment of students with speech and language concerns.
• Direct supervision of Communicative Disorders Assistants.
• Consultation with parents/guardians regarding speech and language needs, including strategies for home and classroom.
• Classroom embedded educator consultation regarding students with AAC needs.
• Development and/or delivery of professional learning to educators, parents and/or other professionals.
• Liaison between school staff and outside Speech-Language Pathology service providers.
• Assessment of eligibility for, and completion of referrals to community agencies.
• Development of therapeutic speech and language goals.
• Caseload management and scheduling of school visits.
• Collaboration with other SESS professionals and educators to coordinate support.
• Contribution to multi-disciplinary school-based case conferences and SESS processes.
• Participation on SESS/OCSB committees.
• Other duties as assigned by the SLP Lead.

Skills

Speech-Language Pathology

Clinical supervision

Collaboration

Communication skills

Time management

Education

Master’s degree in Speech-Language Pathology

Job description

The Ottawa Catholic School Board (OCSB) is seeking a Speech and Language Pathologist on a term basis to join the Special Education and Student Services department. Under the direction of the SLP Lead, you will address communication challenges in students across schools and collaborate with families and educators.

Responsibilities include screening/assessing students, supervising Communicative Disorders Assistants, consulting with parents, delivering professional learning, coordinating with