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Bayshore HealthCare is one of the Canadas leading providers of home and community health care services and is a privately owned company. Bayshore HealthCare is proud to showcase its achievement as a Platinum member of Canadas Best Managed Companies Program every year since 2006. In 2015, Bayshore achieved the designation for Best Practice Spotlight Organization from the Registered Nurses Association of Ontario. Bayshore Healthcare is also recognized as Canadas Best Employers in Forbes 2023 list.Bayshore Home Care Solutions, Kitchener Branch, seeks a Part Time or Full Time Speech Language Pathologist to join our growing team.Part Time, per visit role or Full Time Salaried optionEmployee or Independent Contractor, permanent positionCommunity work environment with a mix of in-person and virtual client visitsFlexible make your own Schedule. Work Monday - Friday, Weekends or combination of bothScheduling Area may include one or more of our branch client service areas: Kitchener, Waterloo, Cambridge, Guelph, Wellington County, Grey County, Minto, Mapleton, Eramosa, Erin, or Puslinch.Assigned area determined prior to start date.Rate of PayPart Time: Competitive per visit rate + non-clinical hourly rate for work activities, trainingsFull Time: Competitive Annual Salary + sick pay, vacation pay, RRSP, Health BenefitsOr - Independent Contractor ContractAt 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 make 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 clients 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 discusses same only with appropriate Bayshore personnel Complete other tasks as requestedQualifications - ExternalWhat you bring:Masters Degree or recognized equivalent in Speech-Language PathologyRegistered 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 drivers 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. Medical exemptions or any other kinds of requested exemptions based upon Human Rights Code will be considered on a case-by-case basis. 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 individuals purpose, potential and wellbeing.Bayshore operates in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, and applicable Provincial Human Rights Codes.