Speech-Language Pathologist, Augmentative Communication Services

We are currently recruiting for a temporary, part-time (22.5 hours per week) Speech-Language Pathologist to fill an upcoming vacancy in Augmentative Communication Service (ACS). This position is expected to begin June 2025 and end in July 2026. The designated office for this position is flexible and will depend on the successful candidate (e.g. could be London, Owen Sound or Stratford). Travel within Elgin, Middlesex, Oxford, Chatham-Kent, Huron, Perth, Grey and Bruce counties to provide services to clients may be required.


Responsibilities:

  • Assess clients communication needs to make recommendations and equipment prescriptions which align with the preferences and needs of clients and families, 
  • Assist in determining eligibility for Assistive Devices Program (ADP) funding of communication equipment and authorizing eligible equipment following ADP guidelines;
  • Assess the specialized access and equipment mounting needs of clients, often in collaboration with an ACS Occupational Therapist,
  • Develop a care plan with objectives and strategies in collaboration with clients, families, educators, therapists and others involved in the support of communication development;
  • Consultation-based intervention to community therapists, educators and caregivers of clients who require the use of alternative and augmentative communication (AAC);
  • Advocate and build the community’s capacity to support the communication of persons who use AAC;
  • Assist in identifying the need for training and participate in the development and provision of tiered intervention.  
  • Clinically responsible to supervise support personnel, students and initial practice registrants within the guidelines of CASLPO.


Qualifications:

  • Registration with the College of Audiologists and Speech-Language Pathologists of Ontario;
  • Experience in paediatrics is preferred;
  • Experience with supporting augmentative communication; 
  • Completion of the CEP Foundations in AAC course is preferred;
  • ADP individual authorizer status is required prior to, or upon starting the position;
  • Excellent organizational skills 
  • Strong communication skills, interpersonal skills and ability to work in a team environment
  • Computer proficiency including MS Office Suite 365 and videoconferencing software (e.g. Teams)
  • Valid Ontario driver’s licence and access to a vehicle are required;
  • Current certification in First Aid and CPR;
  • French Language proficiency is considered an asset. 


Salary Range: $39.81 - $49.76/hour 
 

Interested in Applying?

Please email your resume (as an attachment in .pdf or Microsoft Word format) to Human Resources at apply [at] tvcc.on.ca (apply[at]tvcc[dot]on[dot]ca). In the subject line of your email, please indicate the position you are interested in.

Please note that TVCC has a mandatory COVID-19 vaccination policy. Any offer of employment will be conditional on providing proof of vaccination in accordance with our policy.

While all applications are appreciated only those selected for an interview will be contacted. 

TVCC is committed to making our recruitment and selection process accessible to all candidates. Accommodations for disabilities are available upon request.