Speech Language Pathologist - Adult, Clinical Lead

VHA Home HealthCare (VHA) is one of the largest not-for-profit home care providers in Ontario. Our team is made up of close to 3,000 caring and committed professionals who love what they do. Our providers tell us: “Home care is where I can truly make a difference. There is such a sense of accomplishment from helping people live independently at home.” Our teams work together to provide high quality, client-centred care to those who need it most in their homes, schools, retirement homes and other community settings. Many of our team members manage their own schedules in the community and they say, “The freedom and flexibility can’t be beat.” Providers form meaningful bonds with the clients and families they serve over time and are supported by a diverse regional team and beneficial home office programs. Team members tell us “I love the inclusive culture. I feel welcome and at home.”

Pay Range

As a Speech Language Pathologist at VHA, you will be assessing dysphagia and communication disorders and providing consultation, recommendations and interventions to adults and/or geriatric group of clients in their homes using evidence-based best practice. You will ensure coordinated delivery of care through ongoing communication with the client care team regarding plans and schedules for interventions, problem solve in collaboration with the client and care team to create opportunities for more independence and promote VHA’s core beliefs and values.
Among other roles, you will provide advice, mentoring, consultation, and expertise related to Speech Language Pathology profession. You will provide joint visits with other Speech Language Pathologists and Service Providers to give input for performance reviews. Support Speech Language Pathologists and Service Providers who face clinically challenging situations. You will provide clinical orientation for new Speech Language Pathologists and Service Providers or those changing clinical areas, and mentor groups for new graduates or those new to the community setting. You will identify, promote, and participate in best practice initiatives reflective of the requirements of the evolving health care system. You will also meet regularly with the Supervisor, Rehab Best Practice. You will act as a resource in the implementation and interpretation of discipline-specific professional standards of practice, contribute to the development of standards of practice, clinical policies, and procedures relevant to the profession.

Key Areas of Accountability

VHA's Speech Language Pathologist have the following key areas of accountability, but not limited to:

• Assesses and diagnoses clients in all age groups through the selection and administration of standardized and non-standardized tests.
• Devises and implements individualized goal-directed treatment programs based on case history, assessment results, current professional practices and College standards which reflect the rehabilitative potential of the client.
• Monitors the client’s progress and evaluates treatment and management on an ongoing basis.
• Counsels and educates client, care-givers and family members regarding the nature and management of communication deficits.
• Identifying and teaching of self-management strategies to help clients recognize and avoid unsafe situations.
• Discusses clinically significant information with the physician or other appropriate members of the health care team.
• Assists in client discharge planning in conjunction with the client, family members and other members of the health care team.
• Maintains accurate and comprehensive written documentation of client care in accordance with existing legal, professional and VHA standards.
• Maintains knowledge of current developments in Speech Language Pathology and Community Services appropriate for treatment populations.
• Adheres to the code of ethics of the profession, in maintaining standards of practice for the profession as defined by the Ontario College of Audiologists and Speech Language Pathologists.

Required Qualifications:

• Master’s Degree or equivalent in Speech Language Pathology.
• Membership in good standing with the College of Audiologists and Speech Language Pathologists of Ontario.
• Eligible for membership in the Ontario Association of Speech Language Pathologists and Audiologists.
• Minimum of 3 years’ experience in community health preferred.
• Valid Driver’s License with access to a vehicle
• Compassionate and empathetic
• Self-driven with ability to work independently
• Skilled in caseload management
• Skilled at electronic documentation
• Able to provide virtual care

What makes VHA’s compensation unique?

• Benefits and pension plan for permanent eligible employees

• Compensation for education and professional development

• VHA is a leading learning organization so we can provide you with comprehensive orientation and training at the start and throughout your career

• Mentorship and peer support

• Career development opportunities

• Employee and family assistance program

• Wellness resources

• Perks & discounts

• Staff & service provider events

Accommodation and VHA’s commitment to DEI

At VHA Home HealthCare (VHA), we passionately strive to uphold our commitments to being an Equal Opportunity Employer. We champion inclusion and diversity in all parts of our organization and are strong believers that a diverse workforce is key to the ongoing and future success of VHA. We aim to review all applicants with fair and unbiased recruitment practices where opportunities are presented based on merits, skills, and experience. VHA is committed to providing reasonable accommodation and our services are accessible and sensitive to the needs of diverse groups. I