Description
Grande Prairie Public School Division
Invites applications for
SPEECH LANGUAGE PATHOLOGIST
Peace Collaborative Services
BASED IN PEACE RIVER, ALBERTA
COMPETITION NUMBER: I2324-005
Full-time Permanent Position
An increase or decrease to FTE per week may be considered for the ideal candidate, please note your availability and FTE preference as part of your application.
Effective Immediately
Applications will be accepted until a suitable candidate is found.
ABOUT OUR ORGANIZATION
Peace Collaborative Services (PCS) is a regional organization providing specialized educational support services across six Northwestern Alberta school jurisdictions. Grande Prairie Public School Division employs PCS staff on behalf of jurisdictions in the region.
ABOUT THE OPPORTUNITY
Peace Collaborative Services is seeking a Permanent Speech Language Pathologist to join our emerging multi-disciplinary school team. As the ideal candidate, you are energetic and enjoy working with children from Preschool through Grade 12. You will work collaboratively to integrate student programming with other disciplines such as Occupational Therapy, Physiotherapy, and Psychology and for students with visual and/or hearing impairment.
BEING PART OF OUR DYNAMIC TEAM, YOU WILL:
HELP MAKE A DIFFERENCE - PROVIDE INDIVIDUAL CHILD SERVICES
Develop intervention programs, conduct periodic re-assessment/evaluation of individual programs and recommend adjustments as needed
Provide direct treatment intervention to specific children
Instruct teachers, assistants, volunteers and parents in speech language intervention techniques
Participate in case conferences, parent interviews, medical consultations and clinic programming
Research and provide consultation
TAKE A LEADERSHIP ROLE - OVERSEE PROGRAM SERVICES
Supervise para-professional staff and provide programming input for Educational Assistants
Provide input into the direction and requirements of the Speech Language Pathology program in various jurisdictions
Develop, implement, and evaluate a quality assurance program
Provide input into annual operating and capital equipment budgets
Provide input into the development and implementation of group programs
Attend staff, department and other meetings as required
QUALIFICATIONS:
You work well independently and can show initiative
You are self-motivated, and an enthusiastic learner with excellent problem-solving skills
Must be registered or eligible to be registered with the Alberta College of Speech-Language Pathologists and Audiologists (ACSLPA)
Valid driver’s license (Travel required)
Police Information Check with Vulnerable Sector Check and Child Intervention Record Check
Pediatric experience is an asset
WE OFFER:
Competitive salary ($69,820 - $105,759 based on experience)
Full benefits including life, dental, extended healthcare and health spending account
Work the school year with school holidays
Payment of professional dues
Professional liability insurance
Reimbursement for moving expenses incurred in order to relocate for the role (up to $5,000)
Your application should include a cover letter, a complete resume, and three references with current contact information. PCS reserves the right to check references prior to the scheduling of interviews. Any questions about this unique career opportunity should be addressed to Elizabeth Linfield, Regional Manager, Peace Collaborative Services at elizabeth.linfield@gppsd.ab.ca or by phone at 780 539 0333 ext 19030.
All applicants are required to apply for positions online. Once you have successfully applied to a position you will receive a confirmation e-mail, and the job will be listed in your ‘Job Application Log’. If you require assistance registering for an account or uploading documents, please call 1-877-900-5627.
