Speech Language Pathologist Masters

Position # : 9006566 (49493)

Expected Start Date: To be determined; Posted until filled

Union: HSAS

Facility: Primary Health Care Services

City/Town: Regina

Department: Kids First - Child Care Administration

Type: Full-time temporary

Expected Up to Date: January 01, 2027

FTE: 1

Shift Information: Days, Evenings, Weekends, Stats

Hours of Work: 8 hour shifts

Relief: No

Float: No

Field Hours: No

Salary or Pay Band: Pay Band Speech Language Pathologist - Masters $43.309 to $52.958

Travel Required: Yes

Job Description: Within a multidisciplinary team provides professional leadership as a speech and language pathologist in the development and process of clinical consultative services with the Kids First Program and the children and families they serve.

Human Resources Exemption: No

Education

Master of Speech Language Pathology (SLP)

Licenses

Licensed or eligible for licensure with Saskatchewan Association of Speech and Language Pathologists and Audiologists.

Experience

Clinical experience in a child community setting.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Knowledge: Knowledge of infant and preschool development

Knowledge of speech and language development and disorders

Knowledge of models of assessment and therapeutic interventions appropriate for the treatment of children's speech and language diagnoses and the inter-related emotional disturbances, learning disabilities, socialization and behavioral problems with at risk populations

Knowledge of aboriginal culture, values and traditions and their impact on accessing formal/mental health services

Knowledge of the Mental Health Act, the Family Services Act and the Saskatchewan Model of Recovery

Knowledge of community resources

Skills

Superior interpersonal skills

Strong organization and prioritization skills

Uses critical analysis, reflective practice and assessment skills

Excellent oral and written communication skills

Strong problem solving, conflict resolution and analytical skills

Demonstrated skill in mentoring, training and supervising speech and language pathologists and related disciplines

Abilities: Ability to assess and provide therapeutic interventions appropriate to the treatment of children's speech and language disorders/delays within the context of other mental health disorders and family functioning and demonstrated skill in conducting and monitoring individual, family and group treatment programs

Leadership abilities to develop and maintain consulting relationships within a multidisciplinary team, interagency programs and across the community of human services

Ability to work collaboratively as a member of an interdisciplinary team and independently to manage complex and multiple demands

Ability to design, conduct and evaluate educational and training opportunities related to speech and language disorders in preschool children to various targeted audiences

Ability to be self-directed and exercise independent decision-making in a community based environment

Ability to be flexible and adaptable in a changing system

Ability to motivate clients

Ability to work under stress

Ability to demonstrate appropriate level of professional conduct and judgement

Ability to work independently and as a team member

Ability and willingness to travel, work evenings/weekends as required and maintain a valid drivers’ license

Other Information

Preference for this position will be given to HSAS members in accordance with the terms and conditions of the SAHO/HSAS Collective Agreement. HSAS seniority within the Saskatchewan Health Authority will be considered under the Selection Criteria.

This position is currently located at Al Ritchie Heritage Community Health Centre, 1550 - 14th Avenue (subject to change).

Recruitment Incentive is available.

Must have a valid drivers license and a vehicle available for work.

Please provide a cover letter and resume when applying for this position.

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The Saskatchewan Health Authority (SHA) is the largest employer in Saskatchewan, employing more than 45,000 staff in a dynamic healthcare environment. The Saskatchewan Health Authority (SHA) is committed to providing coordinated quality services that are seamless, safe and patient-centred.