Speech Language Pathologist

North Coast Community Services Society; Prince Rupert; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A community service organization is seeking a Speech-Language Pathologist in Prince Rupert, British Columbia. This role involves developing individualized programs for children with communication disabilities in a supportive environment. The ideal candidate will have a degree in speech-language pathology and relevant registration. The position offers competitive compensation, health benefits, and potential relocation assistance. Join a dedicated team focused on enhancing the lives of children and families through effective communication strategies.

Benefits

Competitive Compensation

Comprehensive Health Benefits

Municipal Pension Plan (MPP) eligibility

Relocation assistance

Reimbursement of annual College fees

Reimbursement of annual Liability Insurance fees

Qualifications

• Successful completion of an entry-to-practice speech-language pathology program.
• Registration with the College of Health and Care Professionals of BC.
• Preference will be given to candidates with prior experience in pediatric SLP service delivery and supervision of a Rehabilitation or Therapy Assistant.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and evaluate programs for speech, language, and social communication.
• Support recommendations for assistive technology, educational, vocational, and recreational needs.
• Help children and youth meet developmental milestones and improve community participation.

Job description

Exciting Job Opportunity with North Coast Community Services

Job Title: SPEECH-LANGUAGE PATHOLOGIST Location: Prince Rupert, travel required

Salary: $47.24 0 56.89 per hour Union Grid Level: 18-P-SLP

Terms: Permanent Full Time Hours: Monday - Friday, 7 hours per day

35 hours per week (flexibility to meet client needs)

Benefits: This is a unionized position with salary and benefits subject to the requirements of the BC Government Employees Union’s Collective Agreement.

Posted: December 2025, open until filled Start date: January/February 2026

Additional Note: If you have a friend or partner who is an occupational therapist, why not have an adventure together? We have an opening for an OT as well. nccspr.ca/careers

THE OPPORTUNITY

The North Coast Community Services Society (NCCS) has a position available for a Speech-Language Pathologist in the incredible community of Prince Rupert where adventure abounds. A port city on British Columbia’s northwest coast, the City of Prince Rupert offers unparalleled access to outdoor adventure, epic fishing, wildlife viewing plus rich local culture. Explore the uniqueness of the Metlakatla Wilderness Trail and the many other Hiking, Paddling, and Skiing options in the region. Immerse in the rich natural and cultural heritage of the Northwest Coast. Take advantage of access to Vancouver Island, Haida Gwaii, and the Central Coast with BC Ferries.

THE JOB

NCCS offers a variety of programs and services to children, youth, and families in Prince Rupert and the wider geographic area that includes Haida Gwaii. As a member of a multi-disciplinary service delivery team, under the supervision of the Team Lead for Goal-Focused Services, the Speech-Language Pathologist develops, implements, and evaluates individually designed programs of intervention to address speech, language, and social communication needs and supports recommendations for related assistive technology, educational, vocational, and recreational recommendations for children and youth with communication disabilities and/or delays in speech and language development. The goal of the SLP program is to help children and youth meet developmental milestones, minimize physical challenges that can impact speech production, enhance social communication success, and improve family community participation through the provision of effective communication strategies.

THE CANDIDATE

NCCS is looking for an individual who holds the fundamental belief that each individual matters and embraces the need to demonstrate compassion while consistently maintaining professional boundaries with employees, clients, community partners, and other stakeholders. As a member of an energetic team whose mandate is to provide quality assessment and intervention services using culturally inclusive and trauma informed practices, the successful candidate will bring humanity, support, and guidance to families in need, as well as a vision of the future that will address complex community needs, including the use of remote service delivery technologies.

NCCS requires a motivated individual with the following qualifications:

• Successful completion of an entry-to-practice speech-language pathology program
• Registration with the College of Health and Care Professionals of BC
• Preference will be given to candidates with prior experience in pediatric SLP service delivery and supervision of a Rehabilitation or Therapy Assistant

Other Requirements:

• Clear Criminal Record Review
• Ability to use standard office and communication technologies and learn new applications
• Physical ability to meet job requirements
• Class 5 driver's license, clear driver's abstract and daily access to and use of vehicle

What we offer:

• Competitive Compensation
• Comprehensive Health Benefits
• Municipal Pension Plan (MPP) eligibility
• Relocation assistance and temporary housing may be available if required.
• Reimbursement of annual College fees
• Reimbursement of annual Liability Insurance fees

Information about loan assistance:

https://studentaidbc.ca/repayment-help/bc-loan-forgiveness-program#What_is_available

NCCS is committed to Employment Equality and encourages applications from qualified candidates.

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