Speech-Language Pathologist
Speech Language Pathologist
Sioux Valley Dakota Nation Education Department
Full-Time, Permanent Position
Position Summary:
This position is in place to primarily serve children from ages 2-6. The Speech Language Pathologist performs all duties in accordance with the Mission, Vision, Values, Strategic Priorities, policies and procedures of SVDN Health. The Speech-Language Pathologist provides leadership in the care of clients contributing in the assessment, planning, development, organization, implementation and evaluation of all aspects of care related to the profession of Speech-Language Pathology in accordance with the Standards of Practice and Code of Ethics as set out for Speech-Language Pathologists by the College of Speech Language Pathologists and Audiologists of Manitoba. The Speech-Language Pathologist collaborates with the multidisciplinary team, clients, families, and external agencies regarding the care needs for the client in the community.
Position Duties:
- Organizes, prioritizes and assumes responsibility for his/her caseload. Applies Speech-Language Pathology knowledge and skills to provide optimum individualized and continuous assessment and treatment for clients assigned.
- Collaborates with clients on the planning, implementation, and progression of the treatment plan, providing education and counseling to the client and/or family member.
- Delegates activities and tasks to rehabilitation assistants as appropriate and in accordance with the treatment plan.
- Utilizes evidence-based practice and techniques within the scope of Speech-Language Pathology in the treatment of clients.
- Communicates, consults and collaborates with other health care professionals of the multidisciplinary team in the implementation of the treatment plan.
- Attends care conferences, discharge planning, multidisciplinary and team meetings as applicable.
- Liaises, consults and exchanges verbal and/or written information with external agencies in accordance with relevant policy and legislation.
- Supports and promotes health promotion and disease prevention and primary health care principles.
- Works collaboratively with management in proposing, planning and participating in the implementation of services and/or therapy programming.
- Keeps up to date with the policies and procedures of SVDN Health Department.
- Other duties as assigned.
Qualifications:
- Master's degree in Speech-Language Pathology from an accredited or approved university.
- Full or provisional registrant with the College of Audiologists and Speech-Language Pathologists of Manitoba (CASLPM).
- Province of Manitoba Class 5 Drivers License.
- Ability to work collaboratively as a team member.
- Skilled ability in the assessment, identification and treatment of clients in varying ages and diagnosis.
- Proficiency with Microsoft programs (Outlook, Word, Excel, Access and PowerPoint), as well as internet applications and other Information Technology.
- Demonstrated leadership.
What We Offer
- 100% employer matched pension contribution
- Life insurance coverage
- Paid vacation
- Extended health care benefits, including dental and vision care
How to Apply
Competition Number: 202662
Deadline: Open Until Filled
Submit: Cover letter & Resume
Email: hrapplications@svdngovernance.com
Mail:
Human Resources Department
Sioux Valley Dakota Nation
P.O. Box 38
Griswold, Manitoba R0M 0S0
Phone: 204-855-2671
Fax: 204-855-2131
For full Job description, please email hrapplications@svdngovernance.com to request a copy.
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