Speech-Language Pathologist - Pediatrics

Position Overview

Reporting to the Client Services Manager Rehabilitation Services, the Speech Language Pathologist will operate with a high degree of independence as a member of a multidisciplinary regional rehabilitation team.

The incumbent will participate in the planning, delivery and evaluation of rehabilitation services, using a client centered, goal orientated approach for children and / or adult populations.

Experience

Previous experience in the field of Speech-Language Pathology preferred

Education (Degree / Diploma / Certificate)

• Master’s Degree in Speech-Language Pathology from an accredited post-secondary institution
• Active registration with the College of Audiologists and Speech-Language Pathologists of Manitoba
• Eligibility for membership in Speech-Language and Audiology Canada

Qualifications and Skills

• Skilled ability in the assessment, identification, and treatment of clients of varying ages and with diverse diagnoses
• Strong organizational, decision-making, interpersonal, and problem-solving skills
• Excellent English language proficiency, both written and verbal

Physical Requirements

• Must be in good physical and mental health and be able to sit, stand or walk for extended periods of time without resting.
• Must be able to work under stress and time constraints.

Southern Health-Santé Sud, in partnership with the Indigenous community, is committed to increasing the representation of Indigenous people within all levels of our workforce.

Indigenous applicants are encouraged to apply and to voluntarily self identify as being of Indigenous descent in their cover letter / application.

Completes and maintains Satisfactory Criminal Record Check, Vulnerable Sector Search, Adult Abuse Registry Check and Child Abuse Registry Check.

The successful candidate will be responsible for any service charges incurred.

All Health Care Workers are required to be immunized as a condition of employment in accordance with Southern Health-Santé Sud policy.

Please include three work-related references with your job application from persons who are not related to you but have direct knowledge of your current and past work performance.

Consistent with the French Language Services Policy of the Government of Manitoba and Southern Health-Santé Sud’s FLS Policy, we are committed to offering services in English and French in designated program / service areas serving French-speaking communities within Southern Health-Santé Sud.

If no candidates satisfy the bilingual qualification, candidates meeting all other qualifications may be considered for this position.