#3345 – Speech-Language Pathologist

Rivercity Inclusion; Campbell River; On-site; CAD 67,000 - 77,000; Full time

Job summary

Rivercity Inclusion Society in Campbell River is seeking a Permanent Full-Time Speech-Language Pathologist to work at the Dogwood Place Child & Youth Development Centre. The role involves supporting children’s communication and feeding needs and collaborating with families to promote development.

The position requires a Master’s in Speech-Language Pathology, BC registration, and eligibility for Speech and Audiology Canada certification, with two years of pediatric experience preferred.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Speech-Language Pathology.
• Registration with BC College of Health and Care Professionals.
• Two years’ experience in pediatric speech language pathology, or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Support children with communication and feeding difficulties.
• Collaborate with families to promote development.
• Identify and address early communication challenges.

Skills

Feeding and swallowing

Voice quality

Stuttering

Hearing

Vocabulary and sentences

Understanding verbal information

Speech sounds

Basic concepts

Social interaction

Education

Master’s degree in Speech-Language Pathology

Registration with BC College of Health and Care Professionals

Eligibility for certification with Speech and Audiology Canada

Job description

Permanent Full-Time

37.5 hours per week

Monday – Friday

8:30am-4:00pm

Hours of work may vary depending on client needs in alignment with Article 14.5 Flextime

Rate of Pay

$48.30 – $55.89

Location

Dogwood Place Child & Youth Development Centre

Requirements

Master’s degree in Speech-Language Pathology. Registration with the BC College of Health and Care Professionals. Eligibility for certification with Speech and Audiology Canada. Two years’ experience working in pediatric speech language pathology, or equivalent.

Qualifications / Knowledge / Skills

Our Speech and Language Program works together with families to help children be successful with communication and feeding.

Communication is an important part of early childhood development. Difficulties with communication or feeding can affect a child’s social, emotional, physical, and academic development. Early identification and support can help children build skills and reduce the impact of these challenges.

The SLP Program provides support for children who have been identified with, or may be at risk for, communication and feeding difficulties, including:

• Feeding and swallowing
• Voice quality
• Stuttering
• Hearing
• Use of vocabulary and sentences
• Understanding verbal information
• Production of speech sounds in words
• Use and understanding of basic concepts
• Social interaction and play skills

Union Status

General Unit – This position requires Union membership

Own Vehicle Requirement

Reliable vehicle and business insurance required