Speech-Language Pathologist, Public Health

Vancouver Island Health Authority; Electoral Area A; On-site; CAD 62,000 - 77,000; Full time

Job summary

The Vancouver Island Health Authority seeks a Speech-Language Pathologist in Public Health to deliver services to children under kindergarten age in community-based public health units, identifying, assessing and treating communication delays and feeding/swallowing difficulties, with consultation for clients, families and staff.

The role prioritizes referrals, develops and implements individual and group treatment programs, and supports transitions to community-based health services, with

Qualifications

• Graduation from a recognized university program in Speech-Language Pathology.
• Current licensure in a practicing category with the College of Health and Care Professionals of BC as a Speech-Language Pathologist.
• Valid Class 5 BC Driver's License.

Responsibilities

• Provide speech-language pathology services to children pre-kindergarten in community-based settings via telehealth.
• Coordinate referrals, assess and treat communication delays and feeding/swallowing difficulties; provide consultation for clients, families and staff.

Skills

Communication

Judgment

Teamwork

Organization

Equipment

Physical Ability

Education

Speech-Language Pathology degree

CHCP BC licensure

Driver's License

Job description

Speech-Language Pathologist, Public Health - (236152)

Multi-Site

08:30-16:30

Casual

$44.85 - $56.02

N/A

N/A

Oct. 19 2026

Pending Return of Incumbent

Required for Professional Registration

In accordance with the Vision, Purpose, and Values, and strategic direction of the Vancouver Island Health Authority (Island Health), patient and staff safety is a priority and a responsibility shared by everyone; as such, the requirement to continuously improve quality and safety is inherent in all aspects of this position.

Reporting to the Manager or designate, The Speech-Language Pathologist, Public Health provides speech language pathology services to children who are under the age of kindergarten eligibility in community-based settings such as public health units by identifying, assessing, diagnosing and treating communication delays and disorders and/or difficulties with feeding and swallowing and providing relevant consultation and/or education for clients, families, caregivers, staff and the community, within professional scope of practice in accordance with the College of Health and Care Professionals of BC standards of practice. This position prioritizes referrals, assesses, develops and implements individual and group treatment programs to ensure optimum client care for assigned caseload. In partnership with Acute Care, the Speech-Language Pathologist, Public Health supports the transition of clients between acute care and community-based health services.

The Speech-Language Pathologist, Public Health contributes to the achievement of organizational and departmental objectives, in accordance with established standards of practice, Island Health policies, and work-related processes, procedures and guidelines, including safety and quality protocols.

Travel may be a requirement of this position. Transportation arrangements must meet the operational requirements of Island Health in accordance with the service assignment and may require the use of a personal vehicle.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Education, Training And Experience

• Graduation from a recognized university program in Speech-Language Pathology; and
• Current licensure in a practicing category with the College of Health and Care Professionals of BC as a Speech-Language Pathologist; and
• Valid Class 5 BC Driver's License.

Skills And Abilities

• Communication: Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively with patients, families, the public, medical staff and multi-disciplinary teams using verbal, written and computer-based communication. Ability to utilize conflict resolution skills to promote collaboration and effective problem-solving in multi-disciplinary settings.
• Judgment: Demonstrated ability to exercise good professional judgment with empathy, tact and integrity when dealing with patients and their families/caregivers. Ability to promote culturally safe, patient focused care by incorporating an understanding of cultural and spiritual beliefs and preferences, patient advocacy and social justice concerns to enhance service provision and decision making.
• Teamwork: Demonstrated ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships in a complex, multi-disciplinary environment.
• Organization: Demonstrated ability to independently organize work, set objectives, problem-solve and establish priorities in a complex, continuously changing environment. Manages time and resources effectively to consistently complete tasks with accuracy in the interest of ensuring effective and timely delivery of services.
• Equipment: Demonstrated ability to operate equipment including computerized systems, Microsoft Office Suite applications and clinical software programs. Ability to operate other related equipment as required in the specific practice area.
• Physical Ability: Physical ability to perform the duties of the position.

The successful applicant will perform the SLP duties described in this posting, delivering services virtually/through telehealth to clients in Port Alberni from an approved Island Health public health site equipped for telehealth. The specific worksite will be discussed and confirmed before appointment, based on the successful applicant’s location and site and equipment availability.