Northern Health
**This position qualifies for a Relocation Incentive** Are you someone who has a real passion for helping others? Are you a registered Social Worker looking to highlight your knowledge, skills, and abilities in a new and dynamic environment? We currently have an exciting opportunity for you to bring your excellent work ethic to Primary Care. In accordance with Northern Health’s vision of an idealized system of services built on a foundation of Primary Care where people and their families receive primary care services in Primary Care Homes supported by interprofessional teams; the Primary Care Social Worker functions as a member of the interprofessional team and applies best practice to provide comprehensive assessment, care planning and intervention for people and their families. Working collaboratively with other health care providers and the interprofessional team, the Social Worker provides direct psychosocial care, counselling and group work, system navigation and advocacy, education and linkage to relevant specialized or community resources while facilitating client self-management. The Social Worker is responsible for providing social work services to maintain or improve the health and functioning of persons, families and communities. Shift Rotation/Hours of Work: Monday – Friday, 08:00 to 16:30 Chetwynd General Hospital is a five acute care bed hospital, with seven long-term beds. Services include emergency, medical inpatient, palliative care, primary care nursing, home support and respiratory therapy. Chetwynd is located in the foothills of the eastern slope of the Rocky Mountains with a population of 3100. New residents have the opportunity to make a difference where they live everyday both inside and outside of work. Come to Chetwynd and build your family village with us. Check out Chetwynd for more information on this friendly and supportive community. What Northern Health has to offer you!
Comprehensive benefit packages including MSP, extended health/dental and a municipal pension plan for part-time and full-time employees. Casuals have the option of paying for benefits.
Four weeks vacation with one year of continuous service
Relocation Incentive is available for eligible positions
Employee referral program
Employer-paid training and leadership development opportunities
Spectacular outdoor activities and the shortest commutes in BC
Qualifications
Bachelor’s Degree in Social Work from an accredited university.
Two years recent related experience in a healthcare, or a combination of related education, training and experience.
Current registration with the British Columbia College of Social Workers.
Current valid BC driver’s license
Who we are Northern Health covers an area of nearly 600,000 square kilometers and offers health services in over two dozen communities and 55 First Nation’s communities. We deliver hospital and community-based health care for a population of 300,000. Employing more than 7,000 staff throughout the region, Northern Health provides exceptional health services for Northerners, through the efforts of dedicated staff and physicians, in partnership with communities and organizations in Northern BC. There is a wide variety of career opportunities available in our two dozen hospitals, 25 long-term care facilities, public health units and many other offices providing specialized services.
**This position qualifies for a Relocation Incentive** Are you someone who has a real passion for helping others? Are you a registered Social Worker looking to highlight your knowledge, skills, and abilities in a new and dynamic environment? We currently have an exciting opportunity for you to bring your excellent work ethic to Primary Care. In accordance with Northern Health’s vision of an idealized system of services built on a foundation of Primary Care where people and their families receive primary care services in Primary Care Homes supported by interprofessional teams; the Primary Care Social Worker functions as a member of the interprofessional team and applies best practice to provide comprehensive assessment, care planning and intervention for people and their families. Working collaboratively with other health care providers and the interprofessional team, the Social Worker provides direct psychosocial care, counselling and group work, system navigation and advocacy, education and linkage to relevant specialized or community resources while facilitating client self-management. The Social Worker is responsible for providing social work services to maintain or improve the health and functioning of persons, families and communities. Shift Rotation/Hours of Work: Monday – Friday, 08:00 to 16:30 Chetwynd General Hospital is a five acute care bed hospital, with seven long-term beds. Services include emergency, medical inpatient, palliative care, primary care nursing, home support and respiratory therapy. Chetwynd is located in the foothills of the eastern slope of the Rocky Mountains with a population of 3100. New residents have the opportunity to make a difference where they live everyday both inside and outside of work. Come to Chetwynd and build your family village with us. Check out Chetwynd for more information on this friendly and supportive community. What Northern Health has to offer you!
Comprehensive benefit packages including MSP, extended health/dental and a municipal pension plan for part-time and full-time employees. Casuals have the option of paying for benefits.
Four weeks vacation with one year of continuous service
Relocation Incentive is available for eligible positions
Employee referral program
Employer-paid training and leadership development opportunities
Spectacular outdoor activities and the shortest commutes in BC
Qualifications
Bachelor’s Degree in Social Work from an accredited university.
Two years recent related experience in a healthcare, or a combination of related education, training and experience.
Current registration with the British Columbia College of Social Workers.
Current valid BC driver’s license
Who we are Northern Health covers an area of nearly 600,000 square kilometers and offers health services in over two dozen communities and 55 First Nation’s communities. We deliver hospital and community-based health care for a population of 300,000. Employing more than 7,000 staff throughout the region, Northern Health provides exceptional health services for Northerners, through the efforts of dedicated staff and physicians, in partnership with communities and organizations in Northern BC. There is a wide variety of career opportunities available in our two dozen hospitals, 25 long-term care facilities, public health units and many other offices providing specialized services.
Lumenus Community Services
Speech Language Pathologist – Autism Fee for Service
LOCATION: Hartsdale & McNicoll sites (Etobicoke and North York, ON)
POSITION TYPE: Full-time Regular (37.5 hours/week)
POSTING CLOSING DATE: September 15, 2022
Interested in working with an amazing team that really cares? Then you should join Lumenus! At Lumenus we illuminate a seamless pathway to optimal wellbeing for our clients. As one of the largest mental health agencies in Ontario, we offer a broad range of high-quality mental health, developmental and community services for infants, children, youth, individuals, and families across Toronto. We are a passionate, dynamic and growing agency. We offer a competitive salary, employer paid benefits, ongoing training, and career development opportunities!
Lumenus Community Services is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. We value a recruitment and selection process that is inclusive and barrier-free and we encourage applications from all individuals including, but not limited to, all cultures, religions, racialized communities, abilities, sexual orientations, and gender identities and expressions.
Lumenus Autism Fee for Service (FFS) program opened its doors in April 2022. We offer ABA-based behavioural services that are designed to address the unique needs of our children aged 2-11 years. We are a one stop-shop for families looking to access caring, coordinated & convenient autism services at our beautiful Hartsdale and McNicoll locations in Toronto. Enrollment for our summer programs are currently open for Fall & Winter 2022! We offer 3 convenient programs this summer: individualized; communication & social skills group-based; and skill for life programs at both locations. Lumenus Autism FFS is looking for a Speech Language Pathologist. Reporting to the Managing Director, Autism Fee for Service
will be a key member of our Autism Services Team, coordinating specifically the Fee for Service stream of Autism Services at Lumenus. We are looking for the right individual to embrace entrepreneurial mindset, creative thinking and excels in a collaborative team culture. Lumenus Autism Fee for Service is a lively, fast-paced and full of action team. We pride of ourselves of bringing the best out of everyone as we create new programs & services catered to our clients. If you are looking for a flexible schedule, and be part of a growing team this is the right place!
The Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP) is responsible for the provision of clinical services to children and their families in accordance with the practice standards and professional ethics of the College of Audiologists and Speech-Language Pathologists of Ontario. The Speech-Language Pathologist is ethically and legally responsible for the services provided by unregulated supportive personnel.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
Screening and Assessment of Clients
Participate in community screening activities that promote early identification and understanding of speech and language and communication needs;
Administer standardized diagnostic tests or informal assessment measures;
Complete all assessment documentation and help to support “Single Plan of Care”/Service Review through collaboration with other internal services;
Prepare written assessment reports for all children that describe current levels of functioning and document clinical decisions following assessment;
Review assessment findings with the client’s family and service team, if applicable;
Provide assessment information to other professionals as directed by the family.
Consultation
Consult with client’s service team members regarding each child’s speech-language functioning and treatment needs;
Provide suggestions and materials to support staff and other service providers involved with the child (e.g., daycare staff) to optimize each child’s speech and language functioning;
Provide modeling of therapeutic strategies to support staff, educators, and others to ensure consistency in all teaching environments;
Provide consultative services to family members, other caregivers and other community agencies involved with the child/client.
Service Coordination and Referrals
When necessary and with parental consent, communicate with other persons working with the child clients /and/or family;
When necessary and with parental consent, initiate referrals to outside professionals;
Participate in meetings as necessary for intake, transition to school, etc.
Treatment, Intervention, Parent Training
For children on monitor/home program, develop programs with pre-set goals for the parent/caregiver to implement at home for a period of 6 weeks or more;
Provide individual and/or group intervention sessions which includes modeling and coaching for parents/caregivers;
Provision of parent /service team education in individual and/or group format;
Consult to parent/caregiver/service team in person or by phone as necessary to exchange information;
Maintain organized, succinct progress notes for each child receiving therapy
Generate progress summary at the end of each therapy block for children receiving individual/group therapy;
At discharge, communicate discharge and future speech-language needs of the child with the parents;
Complete other client reports as required (e.g., school transition report).
Administration
Maintain clinical statistics on Client Information System;
Completion of the Outcome Measures Protocol (FOCUS);
Complete other reports and statistics as necessary;
Comply with the Regulated Health Professions Act and CASLPO regulations;
Participate in quality improvement programs;
Promote preschool speech and language services and programs within the community, where applicable;
Participate in regular staff meetings, agency meetings, and committees;
Assist in the maintenance and selection of equipment and supplies;
Comply with agency policies and procedures.
Professional Development
Contribute and maintain a climate conducive to personal and professional growth (leadership, motivation, communication, conflict resolution, and staff education);
Plan, develop, implement and participate in educational programs for clients, caregivers, service teams, groups and agencies;
Participate in clinical teaching programs for Speech-Language students and Communication Disorders Assistant students;
Read and review materials relevant to the delivery of Speech and Language services;
Attend outside conferences, lectures, workshops as mandated by CASLPO;
Participate in professional memberships and groups as appropriate.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Master’s degree in Speech-Language Pathology from an accredited university;
Member in good standing with the College of Audiologists and Speech-Language Pathologists of Ontario (CASLPO);
Minimum of 3 years’ experience working with children aged 2 to 11 years, including children with multiple needs, and their families (parents, caregivers, guardians);
Current knowledge of speech, language and communication development in children Knowledge of communication disorders and delays in children;
Knowledge of mental health and developmental/social-emotional needs in children (e.g, autism, developmental delay).
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
Good planning, organizing and problem-solving skills;
Ability to work with multi-disciplinary teams both within the agency and the community;
Knowledge of early childhood development and current effective intervention strategies;
Working knowledge of the Child, Youth and Family Services Act, 2017;
Working knowledge of Microsoft windows, Microsoft word, Boardmaker and Internet;
Keen observational skills;
Flexibility in service delivery to a wide variety of settings and families.
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:
Flexibility to work evenings and some weekends, with varied hours;
Satisfactory clearance under the Vulnerable Sector Screening program;
Valid driver’s license and access to a vehicle are strongly recommended.
TO APPLY: Interested applicants are invited to visit our website at https://lumenus.ca/careers/ and submit their cover letter and resume through our Career Centre on or before September 15, 2022.
We ask applicants to make any accommodation requests for the interview or selection process known in advance by contacting the Human Resources Department. Human Resources will work together with the hiring committee to arrange reasonable and appropriate accommodation for the selection process which will enable you to be assessed in a fair and equitable manner.
Lumenus believes that immunization against COVID-19 is an individual and societal responsibility and that we must do everything possible to protect our clients, families, employees, students, volunteers and contractors against the spread of COVID-19. As a condition of employment, proof of full vaccination or exemption under the Ontario Human Rights Code must be submitted to Human Resources seven (7) calendar days prior to start date.
Speech Language Pathologist – Autism Fee for Service
LOCATION: Hartsdale & McNicoll sites (Etobicoke and North York, ON)
POSITION TYPE: Full-time Regular (37.5 hours/week)
POSTING CLOSING DATE: September 15, 2022
Interested in working with an amazing team that really cares? Then you should join Lumenus! At Lumenus we illuminate a seamless pathway to optimal wellbeing for our clients. As one of the largest mental health agencies in Ontario, we offer a broad range of high-quality mental health, developmental and community services for infants, children, youth, individuals, and families across Toronto. We are a passionate, dynamic and growing agency. We offer a competitive salary, employer paid benefits, ongoing training, and career development opportunities!
Lumenus Community Services is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. We value a recruitment and selection process that is inclusive and barrier-free and we encourage applications from all individuals including, but not limited to, all cultures, religions, racialized communities, abilities, sexual orientations, and gender identities and expressions.
Lumenus Autism Fee for Service (FFS) program opened its doors in April 2022. We offer ABA-based behavioural services that are designed to address the unique needs of our children aged 2-11 years. We are a one stop-shop for families looking to access caring, coordinated & convenient autism services at our beautiful Hartsdale and McNicoll locations in Toronto. Enrollment for our summer programs are currently open for Fall & Winter 2022! We offer 3 convenient programs this summer: individualized; communication & social skills group-based; and skill for life programs at both locations. Lumenus Autism FFS is looking for a Speech Language Pathologist. Reporting to the Managing Director, Autism Fee for Service
will be a key member of our Autism Services Team, coordinating specifically the Fee for Service stream of Autism Services at Lumenus. We are looking for the right individual to embrace entrepreneurial mindset, creative thinking and excels in a collaborative team culture. Lumenus Autism Fee for Service is a lively, fast-paced and full of action team. We pride of ourselves of bringing the best out of everyone as we create new programs & services catered to our clients. If you are looking for a flexible schedule, and be part of a growing team this is the right place!
The Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP) is responsible for the provision of clinical services to children and their families in accordance with the practice standards and professional ethics of the College of Audiologists and Speech-Language Pathologists of Ontario. The Speech-Language Pathologist is ethically and legally responsible for the services provided by unregulated supportive personnel.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
Screening and Assessment of Clients
Participate in community screening activities that promote early identification and understanding of speech and language and communication needs;
Administer standardized diagnostic tests or informal assessment measures;
Complete all assessment documentation and help to support “Single Plan of Care”/Service Review through collaboration with other internal services;
Prepare written assessment reports for all children that describe current levels of functioning and document clinical decisions following assessment;
Review assessment findings with the client’s family and service team, if applicable;
Provide assessment information to other professionals as directed by the family.
Consultation
Consult with client’s service team members regarding each child’s speech-language functioning and treatment needs;
Provide suggestions and materials to support staff and other service providers involved with the child (e.g., daycare staff) to optimize each child’s speech and language functioning;
Provide modeling of therapeutic strategies to support staff, educators, and others to ensure consistency in all teaching environments;
Provide consultative services to family members, other caregivers and other community agencies involved with the child/client.
Service Coordination and Referrals
When necessary and with parental consent, communicate with other persons working with the child clients /and/or family;
When necessary and with parental consent, initiate referrals to outside professionals;
Participate in meetings as necessary for intake, transition to school, etc.
Treatment, Intervention, Parent Training
For children on monitor/home program, develop programs with pre-set goals for the parent/caregiver to implement at home for a period of 6 weeks or more;
Provide individual and/or group intervention sessions which includes modeling and coaching for parents/caregivers;
Provision of parent /service team education in individual and/or group format;
Consult to parent/caregiver/service team in person or by phone as necessary to exchange information;
Maintain organized, succinct progress notes for each child receiving therapy
Generate progress summary at the end of each therapy block for children receiving individual/group therapy;
At discharge, communicate discharge and future speech-language needs of the child with the parents;
Complete other client reports as required (e.g., school transition report).
Administration
Maintain clinical statistics on Client Information System;
Completion of the Outcome Measures Protocol (FOCUS);
Complete other reports and statistics as necessary;
Comply with the Regulated Health Professions Act and CASLPO regulations;
Participate in quality improvement programs;
Promote preschool speech and language services and programs within the community, where applicable;
Participate in regular staff meetings, agency meetings, and committees;
Assist in the maintenance and selection of equipment and supplies;
Comply with agency policies and procedures.
Professional Development
Contribute and maintain a climate conducive to personal and professional growth (leadership, motivation, communication, conflict resolution, and staff education);
Plan, develop, implement and participate in educational programs for clients, caregivers, service teams, groups and agencies;
Participate in clinical teaching programs for Speech-Language students and Communication Disorders Assistant students;
Read and review materials relevant to the delivery of Speech and Language services;
Attend outside conferences, lectures, workshops as mandated by CASLPO;
Participate in professional memberships and groups as appropriate.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Master’s degree in Speech-Language Pathology from an accredited university;
Member in good standing with the College of Audiologists and Speech-Language Pathologists of Ontario (CASLPO);
Minimum of 3 years’ experience working with children aged 2 to 11 years, including children with multiple needs, and their families (parents, caregivers, guardians);
Current knowledge of speech, language and communication development in children Knowledge of communication disorders and delays in children;
Knowledge of mental health and developmental/social-emotional needs in children (e.g, autism, developmental delay).
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
Good planning, organizing and problem-solving skills;
Ability to work with multi-disciplinary teams both within the agency and the community;
Knowledge of early childhood development and current effective intervention strategies;
Working knowledge of the Child, Youth and Family Services Act, 2017;
Working knowledge of Microsoft windows, Microsoft word, Boardmaker and Internet;
Keen observational skills;
Flexibility in service delivery to a wide variety of settings and families.
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:
Flexibility to work evenings and some weekends, with varied hours;
Satisfactory clearance under the Vulnerable Sector Screening program;
Valid driver’s license and access to a vehicle are strongly recommended.
TO APPLY: Interested applicants are invited to visit our website at https://lumenus.ca/careers/ and submit their cover letter and resume through our Career Centre on or before September 15, 2022.
We ask applicants to make any accommodation requests for the interview or selection process known in advance by contacting the Human Resources Department. Human Resources will work together with the hiring committee to arrange reasonable and appropriate accommodation for the selection process which will enable you to be assessed in a fair and equitable manner.
Lumenus believes that immunization against COVID-19 is an individual and societal responsibility and that we must do everything possible to protect our clients, families, employees, students, volunteers and contractors against the spread of COVID-19. As a condition of employment, proof of full vaccination or exemption under the Ontario Human Rights Code must be submitted to Human Resources seven (7) calendar days prior to start date.
