* Speech-Language Pathologist

Interior Health; Kelowna; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Interior Health is seeking Speech-Language Pathologists in various positions across Southern Interior BC, catering to adults and early childhood development. With a focus on diverse and inclusive workforce, they offer opportunities for professional growth and a supportive work environment, promoting well-being and balance.

Benefits

Competitive pay and shift premiums

Generous relocation assistance

Employer-paid vacation starting at 4 weeks

Employer-paid health and wellness benefits

Defined Benefit Pension

Employer-paid education and development opportunities

Qualifications

• Must hold registration with CHCPBC.
• One year’s clinical experience either with adults in hospitals or in early childhood development settings.

Responsibilities

• Assess and intervene in communication disorders.
• Work with clients and caregivers to enhance communication.

Skills

Communication Disorders

Clinical Assessment

Intervention Strategies

Education

Full practicing registration as a Speech-Language Pathologist with CHCPBC

Job description

Position Summary
This posting encompasses all Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP) career opportunities throughout the Southern Interior of B.C. We are hiring now for casual, temporary, full-time and part-time positions. We have opportunities available in Adult Services and Early Childhood Development.

About us:

Interior Health is a leading public health authority in British Columbia. We strive for a diverse, inclusive workforce that reflects our communities and encourages you to bring your whole self to work. We promote well-being and work-life balance and are dedicated to environmental sustainability to enhance the health and well-being of everybody in our region.

What we offer:

We offer welcoming workplaces along with a range of benefits, services and policies to support you at every stage of your career.
• Competitive pay and shift premiums
• Generous relocation assistance for eligible positions
• Employer-paid vacation starting at 4 weeks
• Employer-paid insurance, health, dental and wellness benefits
• Defined Benefit Pension
• Employer-paid education and development opportunities

About the job:

SLP is an autonomous professional who has expertise in typical development and disorders of communication as well as assessment and intervention in these areas. The SLP may work directly with clients and/or with their caregivers or other persons who regularly interact with them for the purpose of creating environments that promote optimal communication.

About our locations:
Whether you are looking for a big city, smaller town or rural community, we have the position and location to suit.

Okanagan: Beautiful beaches, lakes, orchards, vineyards, golfing and world-class ski resorts all just minutes away from the main centres of Kelowna, Vernon, Penticton and Oliver.

Thompson Cariboo Shuswap: Spectacular scenery, agricultural abundance, provincial parks, culturally and historically rich communities such as Williams Lake, Kamloops, Salmon Arm and Revelstoke.

Kootenay’s: The wilderness capital of BC offers majestic mountain ranges, glacier-fed lakes and lush forests for skiing, hiking, biking and camping. Home to sunny, laid-back communities like Cranbrook, Trail, Nakusp and Grand Forks.

Apply today and you could soon be joining our welcoming team of allied health professionals!

Qualfications
Full practicing registration as a Speech-Language Pathologist with the College of Health and Care Professionals of British Columbia (CHCPBC)

Valid BC Driver’s license where required

For Adult SLP: One year’s clinical experience with adults in a hospital setting and/or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience

For Early Child Development SLP: One year’s clinical experience with clients in an early childhood development setting and/or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience