Speech and Language Pathologist (.5)

Job Summary

The Speech and Language Pathologist works as a member of a multi-disciplinary team involving Teachers, Principals, Special Education Resource Teachers, parents and other professionals as required in assessing, interpreting and programming for students’ strengths and needs.

Under the direct supervision of the Chief, Speech and Language Pathologist and in collaboration with the Special Education Consultant, the Speech and Language Pathologist makes recommendations for strategies, goals and group or individual programming for pupils.

The Speech and Language Pathologist is required to provide direction to the Communicative Disorders Assistant.Qualifications / Experience Master’s degree in Speech and Language Pathology.

Current license in Speech and Language Pathology. Successful related experience in this field is an asset. Professional thinking to problem-solve.

Demonstrated interpretive and analytical skills coupled with excellent communication skills and interpersonal skills are required.

Capacity to engage members of diverse communities and skilled in a variety of consultation techniques, protocols, and strategies.

This position is covered by the A.P.S.S.P Collective Agreement.Please be advised as a condition of employment with the Board, candidates will be required to provide the following documentation upon hire : an original Criminal Reference Check including Vulnerable Sector Screening, dated within the last six (6) months Equity and InclusionThe Halton Catholic District School Board (HCDSB) is committed to supporting the development of a strong and equitable workforce, that will foster the success and well-being of our students, staff, and wider-Catholic school communities.

We strive to uphold the values of equity and inclusion in the recruitment and hiring of qualified staff who reflect the diversity of our region.

Although qualifications and experience will be determining factors in the hiring process, the HCDSB shall promote the hiring of qualified candidates from under-represented groups.

To that end, we actively encourage applications from members of groups with historical and / or current barriers to equitable outcomes including, but not limited to : First Nations, Métis, and Inuit peoples, and all other Indigenous peoples;

members of groups that commonly experience discrimination due to race, ancestry, colour, or place of origin; persons with visible and / or invisible (physical and / or mental) disabilities.

Special ConsiderationsPursuant to the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005, the Halton Catholic District School Board will provide accommodations to applicants who are selected to participate in our recruitment process.

Such requests, outlining the nature of any accommodation(s) required, are to be submitted to Human Resources Services by phone at 905-632-6300 or 1-800-741-8382.

Information received relating to accommodation needs of applicants will be addressed confidentially.QuestionsIf you require assistance with ApplyToEducation,