Speech-Language Pathologist | Early Childhood Development

Interior Health Authority; Kamloops; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A public health authority is seeking a passionate Speech-Language Pathologist in Kamloops to work with children and their families. This role includes flexible hours and requires assessment and intervention in speech and language development. The ideal candidate will have a Master's degree in Speech-Language Pathology and experience with young children. Competitive pay, relocation assistance, and health benefits are offered.

Benefits

Competitive pay and shift premiums

Generous relocation assistance

Employer-paid vacation starting at 4 weeks

Health and dental benefits

Education and development opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience working with children aged birth to school entry.
• Ability to collaborate with professionals from multiple organizations.
• Flexibility in work hours and days.

Responsibilities

• Conduct screening, assessment, and intervention for children.
• Engage and educate families about speech and language development.
• Collaborate with local community organizations and ministries.

Skills

Assessment skills

Coaching abilities

Communication skills

Education

Master's degree in Speech-Language Pathology

Job description

Overview

Join a dynamic team dedicated to excellence in health care. Kamloops Public Health Unit is hiring a passionate Speech-Language Pathologist (S-LP) who is committed to making a positive impact in the lives of children and their families.

What We Offer

• Competitive pay and shift premiums
• Generous relocation assistance for eligible positions
• Employer-paid vacation starting at 4 weeks
• Employer-paid insurance, health and dental benefits
• Employee & Family Assistance Program
• Municipal Pension Plan
• Education and development opportunities
• Locations that qualify for B.C. student loan forgiveness

Transition to Practice Mentorship

• Mentor support, including opportunity to develop a customized learning plan to support transition to practice
• Regular virtual clinical mentorship office space to foster effective learning and collaboration and space for focused discussions
• Paid protected hours where you can job shadow, complete learning, and seek orientation opportunities

About us

Interior Health is a leading public health authority in British Columbia (B.C.). We are committed to achieving a culturally diverse and inclusive workforce that is representative of the communities we serve, and where you are encouraged to bring your whole self to work. Well-being and work-life balance are promoted within the team, and our commitment to environmental sustainability supports our primary goal of increasing the health and well-being of everybody in our region.

Kamloops Public Health is responsible for delivering core programs for public health that broadly cover the areas of health improvement, prevention of disease, disability and injury, health emergency management, and environmental health. Kamloops Public Health Speech-Language Pathology clinic is for children who are located in and within the proximity of the community.

About the Job

The Early Childhood Development (ECD) S-LP works with children aged birth to school entry from a variety of cultural backgrounds and their parents/caregivers. The ECD S-LP will engage in screening, assessment, intervention, coaching, and education in all areas of speech, language, and communication with this population. The ECD S-LP will collaborate with other professionals from the Ministry of Children & Family Development (MCFD), Ministry of Education (MoE), as well as local community organizations. Days of work are flexible (Monday to Friday); 08:30 to 16:30 hours. 18.75 hours/week.

About this location

Kamloops is known as Canada's Tournament Capital and is situated in the heart of the southern interior at the meeting of the North and South Thompson Rivers. It is a vibrant city with arts, parks, trails, and access to recreation. Kamloops offers a variety of amenities and is within reach of outdoor activities and attractions in the region.