Pediatric Speech Language Pathologist (SLP)

Catch a Balloon Clinic , located in Richmond Hill, Ontario, specializes in pediatric occupational therapy services tailored to meet the diverse needs of children.

Understanding the uniqueness of each child, the clinic offers personalized therapy sessions to address specific developmental requirements, including fine motor skills, sensory processing, and daily living activities.

In addition to individual therapy, Catch a Balloon Clinic provides supplementary programs covering social skills training, academic readiness, and emotional and behavioural support through creative outlets like drama and storytelling.

Group programs offer opportunities for peer interaction, fostering social connections and essential life skills. The clinic's mission is to empower children to thrive by addressing their individual needs and strengths through comprehensive therapeutic interventions and programs, ensuring each child receives personalized support to reach their full potential.

At Catch a Balloon Clinic, our mission is rooted in the belief that every child deserves the opportunity to thrive. By embracing a client-centered approach, we empower children to overcome obstacles, embrace their unique strengths, and flourish in their essential roles at home, school, and beyond.

Position : Pediatric Speech Language Pathologist (SLP)

Rate : $75 - $85 per hour

Location : Richmond Hill - In person

Job Type : Up to 18 hours per week

NOTE : This rate has been determined for applicants with less than 1.5 years of experience. Candidates are able to negotiate compensation based on experience and training.

Catch a Balloon is recruiting a Pediatric Speech-Language Pathologist, for children between the ages 6 months -12 years old, in person at our clinic in Richmond Hill.

Please find the job description below for further information about the responsibilities of the role.

Job Description

• Conducts comprehensive assessments to evaluate patients' speech, language, and swallowing abilities, identifying areas of impairment, and establishing treatment goals
• Develops individualized treatment plans based on assessment findings, incorporating evidence-based therapeutic techniques and interventions to improve their speech production, language comprehension and expression, pragmatics skills, theory of mind, descriptive skills, articulation, voice quality, fluency, and swallowing function
• Utilizes a variety of treatment modalities, such as articulation therapy, language therapy, oral motor exercises, cognitive-communication therapy, and augmentative and alternative communication (AAC) strategies during therapy sessions
• Attending monthly case study meetings to foster teamwork within an interdisciplinary organization
• Assists patients / families with obtaining equipment and devices that aid communication strategies (e.g., AAC devices, assistive listening devices, communication applications, etc.)
• Provides guidance and support to patients, families, and caregivers to facilitate the implementation of therapeutic techniques and strategies into daily life
• Maintain accurate and detailed documentation, encompassing assessments, treatment plans, progress notes, and records of therapy termination.
• Running educational workshops for colleagues once every two months within the domain of expertise

Qualifications

• Completion of a Master's degree in Speech-Language Pathology from an accredited institution.
• Registered with the College of Audiologists and Speech-Language Pathologists of Ontario, and in good standing
• Experience working as a pediatric focused Speech-Language Pathologist is an asset
• Proficient in conducting assessments, interpreting assessment results, and formulating evidence-based treatment plans
• Capacity to handle highly intensive workloads
• Experience working with children with Avoidant / Restrictive Food Intake Disorder (ARFID) is highly valued
• Experience in utilizing play-based roles, modeling, and role-playing techniques to promote contextualized communication

Additional Requirements

We appreciate the interest of all applicants; however, only those with the necessary credentials and experience will be considered for this position.

This includes registered Canadian credentials (CALSPO) and valid work or visa permits. Unfortunately, we are unable to consider internationally trained SLPs without these documents at this time.

Additional Information

Catch a Balloon Clinic is dedicated to fostering a culture of diversity, equity, and inclusion. We encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds and experiences.

Accommodations are available upon request for candidates taking part in the recruitment process by emailing info@catchaballoon.

If you're passionate about empowering children to reach their fullest potential, apply now by emailing your resume and cover letter to [email protected].

We look forward to hearing from you!