Speech-Language Pathologist

Experience

• Not Applicable Education (Degree/Diploma/Certificate) Master’s degree in Speech-Language Pathology from an accredited/recognized university is required. Certification/Licensure/Registration Must be registered with the College of Audiologists and Speech-Language Pathologists of Manitoba (CASLPM). Membership in other professional organizations is encouraged; for example, Speech-Language and Audiology Canada (SAC) and the American Speech and Hearing Association (ASHA). Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) training requirements for this position shall be in accordance with the Employer policy. Qualifications and Skills Knowledge of principles of Speech Language Pathology Knowledge of relevant Workplace Safety and Health responsibilities. Ability to express ideas and thoughts in English both verbally and in written format. Ability to establish and maintain good interpersonal relationships. Demonstrated effective written and verbal communication skills. Ability to work cooperatively with other disciplines. Demonstrated professional judgment and initiative. Knowledge of the physical, social, cultural and economic aspects of client care. Demonstrated effective organizational, interpersonal, critical thinking, clinical reasoning, conflict resolution and decision-making skills. Ability to adapt to new concepts, techniques and best practice in the academic and clinical fields of health care knowledge. Knowledge and understanding of evidence informed and evidence-based practice. Working knowledge of research. Ability to perform both independently and as a team member. Ability to critically evaluate and apply relevant knowledge to practice. Ability to function in a demanding and stressful environment. Ability to support and implement change. Demonstrated commitment to continued professional development. Ability to select appropriate communication methods pertinent to the situation. Ability to listen and comprehend effectively. Ability to organize workload and set priorities. Ability to maintain confidentiality. Ability to work safely without injury to self, to patients/residents, or to other staff. Ability to establish and maintain positive interpersonal relationships with patients/residents, family members and coworkers. Physical Requirements Not Applicable This term position may end earlier as outlined in your collective agreement. This position requires a current satisfactory Criminal Records Check (including Vulnerable Sector Search), Child Abuse Registry Check and Adult Abuse Registry Check as conditions of employment. The successful candidate will be responsible for any service charges incurred. A security check is considered current if it was obtained no more than six (6) months prior to the start of employment. Please note that an employee is not permitted to hold two or more positions across the WRHA legal entity that combine to equal more than 1.0 EFT. The WRHA legal entity includes Churchill Health Centre, Deer Lodge Centre, Golden West Centennial Lodge, Grace Hospital, Middlechurch Home of Winnipeg, Pan Am Clinic, Prairie Crocus Manor, River Park Gardens, Victoria General Hospital, WRHA corporate programs, and WRHA community health services. Interviewed candidates may be called upon to participate in a skills assessment. Any application received after the closing time will not be included in the competition. We welcome applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available upon request during the assessment and selection process. Manitoba healthcare employers, in partnership with the Indigenous community, are 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.