Speech Language Pathologist -Speech Team FLEX S-LP

Position: 2x Speech-Language Pathologist – Speech Team FLEX S-LP  Company: The Speech and Stuttering Institute Type: Independent Contractor Classification: Hybrid – Our current waitlist mostly requires in person treatment.  Option for a partial virtual caseload exists pending waitlist needs. Work Hours: Flexible hours are provided between 7 am to 7 pm. Part-time and Full-time positions are available Location: 95 Barber Greene Road, Suite 308, Toronto, M3C 3E9  Imagine a job where You will be a key player bringing your exceptional clinical and speech intervention skills to transform the lives of children and their families positively. Add a collaborative team, a challenging variety of work, an excellent work-life balance, and you have imagined a job at The Speech and Stuttering Institute About The Speech and Stuttering Institute: The number one goal of The Speech and Stuttering Institute is to improve the lives of those with speech and stuttering challenges. Our treatment approach is steeped in years of research and clinical expertise.  Our methodology is both evidence-based and progressive, and we are a renowned teaching facility. Those who share our vision make amazing staff members at The Speech and Stuttering Institute.  The Right Fit We believe the kind of person you are matters. We have a culture of respect and caring, and we want employees who will thrive in our environment. We are dedicated and passionate about what we do. When we hire, we consider your potential and how you may fit with our team. You Will Succeed Here if:  You Are An Excellent Communicator – You will effectively collaborate with children and families.  Your communication style must be confident, reassuring, and clear   You Have Great Interpersonal Skills – You bring with you the ability to quickly build rapport with parents, co-workers and clients   You Are Independent – You are self-motivated and manage your time well.  As an employee who rotates between your home and office, you must be able to work with little to no supervision effectively      The Position: The Flex Speech-Language Pathologist position is critically important to SSI. You will provide intervention for children with speech sound disorders, including motor speech disorders. You will focus on in-person services to children and families from assessment through discharge in our clinic. Option for a partial virtual caseload exists pending waitlist needs.  The package includes:  Hourly Rate - $94.25 Continuing Education Flexibility  Ongoing training Collaboration with experienced clinicians  Responsibilities Include:  Contact families from our waitlist to schedule appropriate assessments and/or treatment(s). Assess children referred to the program. Follow proper policies and age-appropriate procedures to determine the recommended care plan  Provide effective evidence-informed speech intervention that addresses a client’s speech development. Consideration for their developmental level, motor speech development, language level, and executive control abilities is required Provide parent/caregivers with information and coaching to help them understand their child’s speech, language, communication, strengths, and needs. Provide parents with activities and strategies to support the practice and carryover of skills acquired within the treatment session  What Makes You the Ideal Candidate?  Strong clinical skills and familiarity with assessment, identification and the range of approaches used in speech intervention Participation in the Preschool Motor Speech Pathway Training (101 and 201) and/or Motor Speech Treatment Protocol e-learning course  Continuing education in the assessment and treatment of speech sound disorders, including motor speech disorders/apraxia of speech (please specify in your application)  Commitment to developing clinical skills and expertise for serving children with speech disorders  Ability to communicate complex issues in a clear and concise manner Outstanding verbal, written, interpersonal, and analytical skills Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Teams  Ability to learn and use SSI’s practice management/client scheduling system  Attendance at monthly SSI staff meetings and speech program team meetings  Superior organizational and time management skills with outstanding ability to attend to details and meet tight deadlines Tact and diplomacy in interactions with families, children, team members, and other stakeholders Mandatory Requirements:  Master’s degree (or equivalent) in Speech-Language Pathology  General certificate of registration in good standing with the College of Audiologists and Speech Language Pathologists of Ontario (CASLPO).    Commitment to complying with the Regulated Health Act and all CASLPO regulations, standards, and guidelines  Minimum three years of clinical experience in the assessment and management of preschool and/or school-age children with speech sound disorders, including motor speech disorders  Completion of a successful Police Vulnerable Sector Check is mandatory   Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion at the Speech Stuttering Institute  The Speech Stuttering Institute is committed to building, maintaining, and fostering an equitable, diverse, and inclusive workplace. We encourage those from equity-seeking groups to apply for our open positions. Applications are strongly encouraged from people with disabilities, racialized people, indigenous people, and people from the LGBTQ2+ community.  We endeavor to welcome and value the unique perspectives and experiences that all new people bring to our organization. How to Apply  Please submit your resume to Katherine Taylor at [email protected].   The Speech and Stuttering Institute is committed to fostering a healthy and positive work environment.  In accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005 and the Ontario Human Rights Code, we encourage applications from all qualified candidates and will accommodate applicants needs throughout all stages of the selection process.  If selected to participate in the recruitment and selection process, please inform the representative from Taylor McMahon of any accommodation(s) you may require to ensure your equal participation.  We look forward to hearing from you!