speech-language pathologist

Government of Canada - Western; Prince George; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A governmental health organization in Prince George seeks a speech-language pathologist. This role involves conducting assessments, developing treatment plans, and collaborating with an interdisciplinary team. Candidates must hold a Master's degree and relevant licensure. The position offers a hybrid working model and competitive health benefits including a pension plan and training opportunities.

Benefits

Health benefits

Dental plan

Disability benefits

Vision care benefits

Pension plan

Qualifications

• Master's degree in speech-language pathology or related field required.
• Licensure from provincial authorities is mandatory.
• Knowledge of speech and language evaluation techniques.

Responsibilities

• Conduct speech-language tests and evaluations.
• Diagnose language and swallowing disorders.
• Develop remedial programs and care plans.
• Work as part of an interdisciplinary team.

Skills

Fluency disorders

Language disorders

Speech, voice, resonance disorders

Excellent oral communication

Excellent written communication

Education

Master's degree

Licensure by provincial authorities

Tools

MS Outlook

MS Windows

MS Word

Job description

Overview

Languages

English

Education

• Master's degree

Experience

Will train

Hybrid

Work must be completed both in person and remotely.

Work setting

• Fluency disorders
• Language disorders
• Treatment centre
• Articulation disorders
• Various locations
• Relocation costs covered by employer
• Voice disorders
• Public or community health centre
• Resonance disorders
• Speech-language and voice problems of hearing impaired
• Willing to relocate
• Rehabilitation centre and special health institution

Responsibilities

• Conduct speech-language tests and examinations
• Diagnose and evaluate speech, voice, resonance, language, cognitive-linguistic and swallowing disorders
• Develop, plan and implement remedial programs to correct speech, voice, language, resonance, cognitive-linguistic and swallowing disorders
• Establish group and personalized care plans working as a member of an interdisciplinary team
• Provide advice and educational services to patients and families regarding communication and swallowing disorders
• Establish personalized care plans working as a member of an interdisciplinary team

Credentials

• Licensure by provincial or territorial authorities

Experience and specialization

Computer and technology knowledge

• MS Outlook
• MS Windows
• MS Word

Additional information

Security and safety

• Child Abuse Registry check
• Immunization records
• Criminal record check
• Driver\'s validity licence check

Transportation/travel information

• Valid driver\'s licence

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Fast-paced environment
• Combination of sitting, standing, walking
• Attention to detail
• Manual dexterity
• Large caseload

Personal suitability

• Accurate
• Client focus
• Dependability
• Efficient interpersonal skills
• Excellent oral communication
• Excellent written communication
• Flexibility
• Interpersonal awareness
• Judgement
• Organized
• Reliability
• Team player
• Values and ethics

Benefits

• Health benefits
• Dental plan
• Disability benefits
• Health care plan
• Vision care benefits

Financial benefits

• As per collective agreement
• Group insurance benefits
• Life insurance
• Mileage paid
• Pension plan

Long term benefits

• Maternity and parental benefits

Other benefits

• Free parking available
• Learning/training paid by employer
• Other benefits
• Team building opportunities
• Parking available
• Wellness program