Job Title: Speech-Language PathologistProgram: Specialized Preschool ProgramsStatus and Hours: Regular Part time (30h/wk) Pay scale: $48.331/hr to $56.86/hrReports to: Clinical CoordinatorApplication Deadline: Until Filled

This position is an existing vacancy.

Please Note: This position operates within Renfrew County, base office located at 223 Pembroke St W, Pembroke Benefits include: 4 weeks vacation plus other leave entitlements

Extended Group Health benefits

Flexible Health & Wellness Spending Account

Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan Who are we? Pinecrest-Queensway Community Health Centre (PQCHC) is an innovative, community-based, multi-service organization that has been serving Ottawa communities for nearly 50 years. As the region's largest community health centre, PQCHC provides a broad range of health care, health promotion, and community support services to individuals and families across the lifespan.

As the Lead Agency for the First Words Preschool Speech and Language Program of Ottawa and Renfrew County for nearly 30 years, PQCHC provides leadership and oversight for the delivery of publicly funded speech and language services as part of its comprehensive continuum of community-based care.

The First Words Preschool Speech and Language Program offers services to children from birth until school entry, promoting awareness, prevention, early identification, and early intervention for communication development. Services include intake and triage, speech and language assessments, and therapy delivered through both in-clinic and virtual care. The program also supports early childhood professionals and organizations throughout Ottawa and Renfrew County through consultation, education, and community outreach.

PQCHC works in partnership with individuals, families, and communities to help people achieve their full potential,



with particular attention to those who face barriers to care due to race, gender, income, and ability. PQCHC is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity in its workforce. If you require accommodation at any stage of the recruitment or selection process due to a disability, please let us know the nature of the accommodation required. Job Summary

Working within the established PQCHC structure, the Speech Language Pathologists within the First Words program provide family-centered services to children from birth to school entry, supporting each child in communicating effectively in their different environments. Services will be delivered in accordance with professional standards and guidelines. This position reports to the FW Clinical Coordinator, who reports to the Manager of First Words.

Job Specific

Responsibilities

Direct Client Service: Performs formal and informal assessment

Offers virtual and in-person services as per FW guidelines

Develops treatment plans and monitors progress to adjust plan as needed

Provides reassessments as per First Words guidelines

Provides individual therapy, group therapy and parent training programs

Completes documentation in a timely manner

Prepares treatment notes

Completes initial assessment reports, reassessment reports and discharge summaries

Initiates referrals to other services as needed and transitions to school board services

Supervises the work of a Communicative Disorder Assistant





Supports quality improvement initiatives

Participates in staff development opportunities Community Outreach: May attend community events to promote PQCHC and its programs, including the First Words program and the importance of early intervention.

Develops and facilitates community-based parent education to raise awareness and promote early identification as needed.

May provide education to community service providers and caregivers to build capacity.

Teamwork and Collaboration: Attends and participates at team and general staff meetings

Collaborates within the First Words team and with community partners

Effective communication within the team and with community partners

Works within established PQCHC policies and procedures Qualifications: Masters degree in Speech Language Pathologist

2 years experience working with the preschool population (preferred)

Current CASLPO registration

Valid driver’s license and access to a reliable vehicle

Hanen certified (It Takes Two to Talk or More than Words) preferred Key Competencies: Demonstrated commitment to health equity, anti-oppressive practice, cultural humility, and client- and family-centred care.

Demonstrates knowledge of evidence-based practise in therapy and assessment

Demonstrates skills in behaviour management and group dynamics within treatment and assessment

Demonstrates skills in caregiver coaching and family-centered care

Bilingualism (English/French) at a proficiency for complex communication is required.

SLPs in bilingual positions are expected to work in both official languages, the volume of which may fluctuate from time to time – i.e. more Francophone clients than Anglophone

Flexibility in adapting to changing treatment approaches, supervising CDAs/students, work demands or schedules

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🏢 Pinecrest-Queensway Community Health Centre
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