Speech Language Pathologist

This competition is open to all applicants however; internal candidates and applicants who were former employees of the University of Alberta will be given priority consideration before external candidates. Please log in to verify your internal candidate status.

This is temporary part time position with an end date of June 30, 2027.

Location - This role is hybrid with a mix of remote and in-person work at North Campus Edmonton.

With offices located in Edmonton and Calgary, the Institute for Stuttering Treatment and Research (ISTAR) is an organization that is comprised of two programs. The ISTAR program offers assessment and specialized treatment to children, teens and adults who stutter. The Communication Improvement Program offers assessment and treatment to children, teens, and adults with a variety of communication needs. In addition, we conduct research into stuttering, offer advanced professional training for speech-language pathology students and clinicians, and promote public awareness of communication differences.

Position Summary

The primary purpose of the Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) position is to provide assessment and treatment services to children, teens and adults with stuttering or other communication needs. The position will primarily serve in ISTAR’s Communication Improvement Program (CIP) and consist of children, teens and adults seeking communication services in areas other than stuttering.

Additionally, the position will include fluency and stuttering assessment and treatment services for children, teens and adults. The position will serve clients on-site at ISTAR or through virtual/remote service delivery. Off-site travel to provide communication services or workshops or participate in community and donor relation activities may be required. Other duties may include assisting with research activities, training, and public education as assigned by the Clinical Director and/or the Executive Director.

Assessment services to clients of ISTAR and CIP

Schedule assessments to ensure timely client services and client flow

Determine appropriate assessment modality (in-clinic or virtual care)

Conducts initial and ongoing assessments to meet client needs

Communicate with parents, administrative staff or school personnel to coordinate assessments as needed

With consent, complete preliminary review of client files and correspond with referring clinician and/or teachers as appropriate

Complete analysis of assessment results, upload collected audio/video samples, and complete recording protocol

Generate appropriate recommendations, including: treatment options, funding options and referrals as needed

Completes required documentation (i.e., reports, summaries) and shares it with the appropriate recipient (i.e., client, parent, teacher, etc) within an appropriate amount of time

Complete follow-up with clients, families and involved personnel as needed

Adhere to ISTAR’s internal procedures to document client recommendations for individual and group programming

Treatment services to clients of ISTAR and CIP

Develop appropriate treatment plan, gather and record necessary data to ensure treatment appropriateness and efficacy. Provide individually tailored treatment as needed for fluency or other communication goals in an extended, semi-intensive, or intensive format in the clinic or school, as appropriate

Design functional and engaging treatment activities to be used during treatment sessions

Plan school-based therapy activities in advance and communicate expectations for the preparation of materials needed for school-based remote sessions that are facilitated by support staff

Provide suggestions for home practice and carry-over activities to promote generalization of skills to clients, family members, teachers and support personnel as needed

Develop and share recommendations for classroom-based communication goals and activities and provide consultation to the client’s educational team

Participate in coordinating ISTAR intensive and refresher clinics

Prepare and maintain appropriate documentation of treatment progress (i.e., progress notes, treatment summaries)

Participate in the education and supervision of students and clinicians

Provide consultation to community based SLPs to answer clinical questions and provide mentorship and training as appropriate

Provide occasional guest lectures locally or as invited elsewhere

Participate in supervising students completing clinical placements at ISTAR, including training, ongoing feedback, midterm and final evaluations and collaborate with student placement coordinators to address any potential concerns

When appropriate, offer observation opportunities or consultation to students in speech pathology or related programs

When appropriate, provide in-service training presentations or workshops to teachers or allied professionals

Participate in special projects

Assist with equipment maintenance and calibration (i.e., audiometer calibration, counter maintenance)

Maintain and update hard-copy and electronic clinical materials and resources

Provide feedback regarding updates and changes to clinical forms and protocols

As time and skills allow, participate in specific research, clinical or public education projects as requested

Engage in donor relations, ISTAR, University of Alberta and other public awareness activities as requested

Master degree in Speech-Language Pathology

ACSLPA registration is required

Experience with providing interventions to address communication difficulties

Strong oral and written communication and interpersonal skills

Ability to identify speech disorders by listening

Strong problem solving, analytical, and critical thinking skills

Demonstrates initiative and is a self-starter with strong organizational, prioritization, and self management skills

Project and resource management skills

Excellent written and oral communication skills with a focus on stakeholder engagement, service documentation, and report writing

Proven / demonstrated understanding of program planning, implementation, data collection, evaluation, assessment and dissemination

Ability to develops and maintains professional, positive, and collaborative working relationships with both internal / external clients and stakeholders at all organizational levels.

Preferred qualification

Specialized training in and experience with providing stuttering interventions (e.g., Palin PCI, Lidcombe Program, Comprehensive Stuttering Program, Camperdown) is an asset including other communication disorders

Previous experience working with in a school system is considered an asset

Experience working within post secondary institutions considered an asset

Prior experience at ISTAR may be considered an asset

Application Instructions

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This position offers an annual salary range of $46,507.80 to $77,224.80 (pro-rated). This position is not eligible for benefits.

The terms and conditions of this appointment are governed by Schedule G of the collective agreement between the University and the Association of Academic Staff of the University of Alberta.

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