Speech Language Pathologist in St. Catharines

Make “being the difference” your Career. Bayshore HealthCare is one of Canada’s leading providers of home and community health care services and is a privately owned company. Bayshore Home Care Solutions, Niagara Branch, seeks a Casual Speech Language Pathologist to join our growing team.

Casual per visit role

• Employee or Independent Contractor, permanent position
• Community work environment with a mix of in-person and virtual client visits
• Flexible “make your own” Schedule. Work Monday - Friday, Weekends or combination of both
• Scheduling Area: Niagara Region
• Rate of Pay: $85.00-95.00 per visit
• Competitive per visit rate + non-clinical hourly rate for work activities, trainings
• Employee compensation package with sick pay, vacation pay, RRSP, Health Benefits

At Bayshore, our Therapy team enhances care for clients of all ages and backgrounds with compassion and excellence. Our Speech Language Pathologists enjoy a challenging work environment that demands critical thinking on complex care while utilizing your full range of skills. Thrive in an environment that prioritizes meaningful work in a flexible environment.

The Speech Language Pathologist, under the direction of the Clinical Manager, is responsible for completion of professional activities that include assessment, treatment, education, and management of clients requiring speech treatment, cognitive-communication, and swallowing disorders (adult, geriatric, pediatric). The SLP also makes referrals for intervention, service and management of clients as needed, in accordance with professional standards.

Responsibilities:

• Conduct Comprehensive Assessments: Utilize your expertise to diagnose a wide range of speech, language, and communication disorders.
• Develop Tailored Treatment Plans: Create and implement personalized, evidence-based therapy plans that cater to each client’s unique needs.
• Collaborate with Multidisciplinary Teams: Work closely with physicians, psychologists, educators, and other allied health professionals, such as occupational therapists, physiotherapists and social workers, to provide holistic and integrated care.
• Maintain Accurate Records: Ensure meticulous and up-to-date client records, adhering to all regulatory standards.
• Engage in Continuous Learning: Stay ahead in your field by participating in ongoing professional development and training opportunities.
• Educate and Empower Clients: Provide clients and their families with effective strategies to support communication and swallowing functions, enhancing their quality of life.

Other Responsibilities

• Maintain active standing in College of Audiologists and Speech Language Pathologists of Ontario.
• Participate in ongoing internal and/or external education activities.
• Adhere to Bayshore Therapy & Rehab Policies and Procedures.
• Participate in quality activities and continuous improvement initiatives in keeping with the company's Quality Management System.
• Participate in proactive Health & Safety activities while performing all duties. Responsible to notify immediate Supervisor of any Health & Safety risks or concerns.
• Maintain confidentiality of client and corporate information and discuss same only with appropriate Bayshore personnel.
• Complete other tasks as requested.

Qualifications:

• Master’s Degree or recognized equivalent in Speech-Language Pathology.
• Registered and in good standing with the College of Audiologists or Speech-Language Pathologists required.
• 2-3 years experience providing Speech-Language Pathology services preferred.
• Experience completing in-home assessments and treatments is an asset.
• Enjoy working with clients of all ages in multiple treatment environments.
• Strong communication (oral and written) and exceptional interpersonal and decision-making skills.
• Demonstrate basic knowledge of personal computers, and proficiency with secure email.
• Valid driver’s license and access to a vehicle.

Bayshore is committed to a high quality and safe environment for both our staff and clients/patients. Dependent upon Provincial government regulations, and the position being applied for, new hires may be required to provide proof of vaccination against illnesses such as COVID-19, Hepatitis, Seasonal Flu etc. Please speak with the recruiter for Provincial and/or position specific requirements.

At Bayshore Healthcare, our commitment to Equity, Diversity & Inclusion is our strength. This is how we bring our vision of being the difference in the lives of those we care for, work with and in our communities. We have a great sense of pride in creating a culture of belonging, where individual differences are embraced and celebrated, through programs, resources and policies that support each individual's purpose, potential and wellbeing.

Bayshore operates in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, and applicable Provincial Human Rights Codes.