Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP)
Little Voyagers Pediatric Therapies Inc.
Airdrie, Alberta
Contractor Position | Flexible Schedule
About Little Voyagers
Little Voyagers Pediatric Therapies Inc. is a growing, family-centered pediatric clinic offering therapy services to children and families in Airdrie and surrounding communities. We pride ourselves on creating a warm, supportive environment where families feel welcomed and children can thrive.
Our team values collaboration, clinical excellence, and shared responsibility in creating a positive and welcoming space for children and families.
Position Overview
We are seeking a Pediatric Speech-Language Pathologist who is passionate about working with children and families and values a collaborative, team-based approach to care.
This role involves providing individualized, evidence-informed speech-language pathology services to children and adolescents while working collaboratively with families and other members of the multidisciplinary team. We offer in-home, community-based, and COMING SOON in-clinic appointment options.
As a small and growing clinic, all team members also share responsibility for maintaining clean, organized, and welcoming therapy spaces they use.
Key Responsibilities
Clinical Responsibilities
- Assess children and adolescents (0–18 years) experiencing challenges with speech, language, communication, social communication, and feeding or swallowing within the SLP's training and competence.
- Develop and implement individualized, functional, goal-oriented speech-language pathology intervention plans.
- Provide intervention addressing areas such as speech sound production and articulation, receptive and expressive language, social communication, fluency, voice,
and other communication-related areas within the speech-language pathology scope of practice.
- Assess and support children who may benefit from augmentative and alternative communication (AAC), including communication boards, visual supports, and speech-generating devices.
- Assess and provide intervention for pediatric feeding and swallowing difficulties where appropriately trained and competent, collaborating with other healthcare professionals as required.
- Provide parent and caregiver education, communication strategies, and home programming to support skill development and carryover into everyday routines.
- Complete clinical documentation, progress notes, assessments, and reports in a timely manner.
- Collaborate with OTs, PTs, families, educators, and other professionals as appropriate.
- Participate in team meetings and contribute to a multidisciplinary approach to care as needed.
- Maintain qualified practice in accordance with applicable speech-language pathology standards and requirements.
Clinic & Team Responsibilities
- Maintain clean, organized, and safe therapy spaces during and after sessions.
- Assist with light cleaning tasks, including wiping toys and therapy materials, tidying treatment areas, and returning equipment to storage.
- Support a positive clinic culture rooted in teamwork, communication, and shared responsibility.
- Adhere to clinic policies, privacy requirements, and professional standards.
Qualifications and Requirements
- Master's degree in Speech-Language Pathology or an equivalent recognized entry-to-practice qualification.
- Registered and in good standing with the Alberta College of Speech-Language Pathologists and Audiologists (ACSLPA).
- Professional liability insurance.
- Transparent criminal record check with vulnerable sector check.
- Valid driver's lisence with consistent access to a reliable vehicle, with applicable vehicle insurance.
- Pediatric experience preferred; new graduates with strong pediatric placement or relevant experience are welcome to apply.
- Experience or interest in augmentative and alternative communication (AAC) considered an asset.
- Experience or additional training in pediatric feeding and swallowing considered an asset.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively within a multidisciplinary team.
- Strong clinical documentation and organizational skills.
- Interest in working in a growing private pediatric practice.
Position Details
- Contract (fee-split) available.
- Flexible scheduling.
- Weekday, evening, and/or weekend availability considered an asset.
- Competitive compensation based on experience and employment model selected.
- Access to our COMING SOON clinic space, therapy equipment and materials, administrative support, and referrals.
- Opportunity to build a pediatric caseload within a growing multidisciplinary practice.
How to Apply Please email your resume and a brief cover letter to
[email protected].
We thank all applicants for their interest; only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
Pay: $45.00-$101.00 per hour
Expected hours: 1.0 – 40.0 per week
Benefits
- Flexible schedule
Work Location: In person
📌 Pediatric Speech Language Pathologist (Airdrie)
🏢 Little Voyagers Pediatric Therapies
📍 Airdrie