Speech Language Pathologist

This is a temporary, part-time Speech-Language Pathologist position focusing on assessment and treatment for individuals with stuttering and other communication needs. Responsibilities include direct client service (in-person and virtual), potential travel for workshops, and assisting with research and education. Requirements include a Master's degree in Speech-Language Pathology, ACSLPA registration, experience with communication interventions, strong analytical and communication skills, and organizational abilities.

• The primary purpose of the Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) position is to provide assessment and treatment services to children, teens and adults with stuttering or other communication needs.
• The position will primarily serve in ISTAR’s Communication Improvement Program (CIP) and consist of children, teens and adults seeking communication services in areas other than stuttering.
• Additionally, the position will include fluency and stuttering assessment and treatment services for children, teens and adults.
• The position will serve clients on-site at ISTAR or through virtual/remote service delivery.
• Off-site travel to provide communication services or workshops or participate in community and donor relation activities may be required.
• Other duties may include assisting with research activities, training, and public education as assigned by the Clinical Director and/or the Executive Director.
• Master degree in Speech-Language Pathology
• ACSLPA registration is required
• Experience with providing interventions to address communication difficulties
• Strong oral and written communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to identify speech disorders by listening
• Strong problem solving, analytical, and critical thinking skills
• Demonstrates initiative and is a self-starter with strong organizational, prioritization, and self management skills
• Project and resource management skills
• Excellent written and oral communication skills with a focus on stakeholder engagement, service documentation, and report writing
• Proven / demonstrated understanding of program planning, implementation, data collection, evaluation, assessment and dissemination
• Ability to develops and maintains professional, positive, and collaborative working relationships with both internal / external clients and stakeholders at all organizational levels.

• Specialized training in and experience with providing stuttering interventions (e.g., Palin PCI, Lidcombe Program, Comprehensive Stuttering Program, Camperdown) is an asset including other communication disorders
• Previous experience working with in a school system is considered an asset
• Experience working within post secondary institutions considered an asset
• Prior experience at ISTAR may be considered an asset