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This is temporary part time position with an end date of June 30, 2027.
Location - This role is hybrid with a mix of remote and in-person work at North Campus Edmonton.
With offices located in Edmonton and Calgary, the Institute for Stuttering Treatment and Research (ISTAR) is an organization that is comprised of two programs. The ISTAR program offers assessment and specialized treatment to children, teens and adults who stutter. The Communication Improvement Program offers assessment and treatment to children, teens, and adults with a variety of communication needs. In addition, we conduct research into stuttering, offer advanced skilled training for speech-language pathology students and clinicians, and promote public awareness of communication differences.
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
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
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

The terms and conditions of this appointment are governed by Schedule G of the collective agreement between the University and the Association of Academic Staff of the University of Alberta.

Determine appropriate assessment modality (in-clinic or virtual care)
Communicate with parents, administrative staff or school personnel to coordinate assessments as needed
Complete analysis of assessment results, upload collected audio/video samples, and complete recording protocol




Adhere to ISTAR’s internal procedures to document client recommendations for individual and group programming

Develop appropriate treatment plan, gather and record necessary data to ensure treatment appropriateness and efficacy. Provide individually tailored treatment as needed for fluency or other communication goals in an extended, semi-intensive, or intensive format in the clinic or school, as appropriate
Plan school-based therapy activities in advance and communicate expectations for the preparation of materials needed for school-based remote sessions that are facilitated by support staff
Participate in coordinating ISTAR intensive and refresher clinics
Participate in the education and supervision of students and clinicians
Provide consultation to community based SLPs to answer clinical questions and provide mentorship and training as appropriate
Participate in supervising students completing clinical placements at ISTAR, including training, ongoing feedback, midterm and final evaluations and collaborate with student placement coordinators to address any potential concerns
When appropriate, offer observation opportunities or consultation to students in speech pathology or related programs
When appropriate, provide in-service training presentations or workshops to teachers or allied professionals

Participate in special projects
Maintain and update hard-copy and electronic clinical materials and resources
As time and skills allow, participate in specific research, clinical or public education projects as requested
Engage in donor relations, ISTAR, University of Alberta and other public awareness activities as requested

📌 Temporary Part Time Speech Language Pathologist (Edmonton)
🏢 University of Alberta
📍 Edmonton