Speech Language Pathologist – Adult

VHA Home HealthCare

Speech Language Pathologist responsible for assessments and interventions across Southern Ontario. Collaborating with clients, families, and healthcare teams to improve communication and manage deficits.

Posted 7/3/2026part-timeScarborough • 🇨🇦 CanadaJuniorMid-Level💰 CA$80,000 - CA$130,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in Speech Language Pathology, providing assessment, diagnosis, and individualized treatment programs for clients with complex communication disorders. Maintains compliance with professional standards and ethical guidelines while collaborating with healthcare teams and educating clients and families.

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Master’s Degree In Speech Language PathologyMembership In College Of Audiologists And Speech Language Pathologists Of OntarioClinical Experience In Community CareExpertise In Complex Communication DisordersSpeech Language Pathology Interventions

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Hard Skills

Assessment And DiagnosisIndividualized Treatment ProgramsStandardized TestingDocumentation Of Client CareClient Discharge Planning

Soft Skills

CounselingClient EducationCommunication

Certifications & Qualifications

Membership In Ontario Association Of Speech Language Pathologists And Audiologists

Industry Keywords

Speech Language PathologyCommunity ServicesCommunication DeficitsSelf-Management StrategiesHealthcare Team Collaboration

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Provides consultation, assessment and planned interventions for diverse clients groups across Southern Ontario and the Capital region
Assesses and diagnoses clients in all age groups through the selection and administration of standardized and non-standardized tests
Devises and implements individualized goal-directed treatment programs based on case history, assessment results, current professional practices and College standards
Monitors the client’s progress and evaluates treatment and management on an ongoing basis
Counsels and educates client, care-givers and family members regarding the nature and management of communication deficits
Identifies and teaches self-management strategies to help clients recognize and avoid unsafe situations
Discusses clinically significant information with the physician or other appropriate members of the health care team
Assists in client discharge planning in conjunction with the client, family members and other members of the health care team
Maintains accurate and comprehensive written documentation of client care in accordance with existing legal, professional and VHA standards
Maintains knowledge of current developments in Speech Language Pathology and Community Services appropriate for treatment populations
Adheres to the code of ethics of the profession, in maintaining standards of practice for the profession as defined by the Ontario College of Social Workers and Social Service Workers.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Master’s Degree or equivalent in Speech Language Pathology
Membership in good standing with the College of Audiologists and Speech Language Pathologists of Ontario
Eligible for membership in the Ontario Association of Speech Language Pathologists and Audiologists
Minimum of two years clinical experience and knowledge of community care requirements and resources available
Expertise in the management of clients with complex communication disorders
Clinical expertise to provide a variety of speech language pathology interventions.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Benefits and pension plan for permanent eligible employees
Compensation for education and professional development
Comprehensive orientation and training at the start and throughout your career
Mentorship and peer support
Career development opportunities
Employee and family assistance program
Wellness resources
Perks & discounts
Staff & service provider events