Speech-Language Pathologist - Temporary/Contract

The Durham Catholic District School Board is located just east of Toronto and is renowned for providing comprehensive Catholic education to over 25,000 students in 38 elementary schools, 7 secondary schools, and 7 continuing and alternative education centers throughout Durham Region.

The Durham Catholic District School Board invites applications from qualified candidates interested in the following position :

POSITION : Speech-Language Pathologist (1.0 FTE - Temporary)

LOCATION :

Durham Catholic District School Board (DCDSB)

Student Services (assigned school locations)

650 Rossland Road West

Oshawa, ON L1J 7C4

HOURS OF WORK : Monday to Friday, 8 : 30 a.m. to 4 : 30 p.m.

SALARY : As per APSSP Collective Agreement ($69,602 - $101,769 annually)

TERM : Start TBD - until further notice (coverage for Maternity Leave)

Interested candidates are invited to apply through Apply to Education or alternatively email a resume and cover letter to hr@dcdsb.

ca. Please indicate the position title in the email subject line.

POSITION SUMMARY

The Speech-Language Pathologist works on a multi-disciplinary team under the administrative authorities of the Superintendent of Education - Student Services and the Senior Manager, Psychological and Speech Language Services / Chief Psychologist.

While in a school, the Speech-Language Pathologist is subject to the administrative authority of the Principal and the Superintendent of Education - Family of Schools.

As a registered member of the College of Audiologists and Speech-Language Pathologists of Ontario, the Speech-Language Pathologist assumes full responsibility for the provision of Speech and Language services.

The primary function of the Speech-Language Pathologist is to assist school personnel in meeting the needs of students through assessment, observation and consultation, and / or intervention.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Provides a professional opinion based on standardized measures, informal measures, interviews and observations pertaining to a student’s speech and language
• Gathers information on student’s speech and language development and functioning and consults with other professionals.
• Writes Speech and Language assessment reports.
• Interprets, shares results from such reports, and makes recommendations with school personnel and parent(s) / guardian(s).
• Consults with school personnel regarding programming.
• Participates in School Team meetings and case conferences as requested.
• Interprets speech and language information received from outside agencies.
• Prepares and presents in-service programs and workshops as requested.
• Assists parent(s) / guardian(s) in accessing appropriate community resources.
• Provides individual and / or group intervention.
• Carries out additional duties as assigned by the Superintendent of Education, Manager of Psychological and Speech-Language Services and the Superintendent of Education - Family of Schools.

QUALIFICATIONS

Education

• Speech-Language Pathologist Degree (Masters) or equivalent from an accredited university.
• Registered and in good standing or eligible for registration with CASLPO.

Experience

Minimum five (5) years’ related experience, preferably in a school board setting.

Required Skills

• Excellent organizational and interpersonal skills.
• Very strong oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to deal confidentially with sensitive information.
• Enthusiastic, tactful team member, well organized, positive attitude, mature judgement.
• Demonstrated commitment and proven track record in customer service excellence and setting up channels for continuous feedback.
• Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts and draw valid conclusions.
• Ability to multi-task and manage multiple work priorities.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality in all aspects of the work.

Other Qualifications

• Clean drivers abstract, valid driver’s license, and use of a vehicle on a consistent basis.
• Criminal Background Check with Vulnerable Sector suitable to the Board.

At DCDSB, fostering a culture of inclusion is a fundamental imperative. Acknowledging the diversity of our students, staff and community and ensuring every member of our inclusive community is a valued contributor is a foundational pillar to our mission.

The DCDSB invites and encourages applications from all qualified individuals, including those from groups that are traditionally underrepresented in employment, and candidates who self-identify as a member of a racialized / marginalized community, who may enhance equity and representation in our workforce.

Pursuant to the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005 (AODA), if you require accommodation at any time throughout the application process, please contact Human Resource Services at hr@dcdsb.

ca prior to the posting closing date so that accommodations can be made.