Speech-Language Pathologist

Position Summary
Join a dynamic team dedicated to excellence in health care! Revelstoke 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.

Eligible positions may qualify for up to $15,000 as a recruitment incentive.

This position is permanent, part-time (0.80 FTE). Days of work are Monday to Thursday 08:30 to 16:30.

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
• 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

A new graduate S-LP will have access to our Allied Health Transition to Practice Mentorship Program
• 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.
• B.C. Student Loan Forgiveness Program

About us:
Interior Health is a leading public health authority in 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.

Revelstoke 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. Revelstoke 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 Monday to Friday; 08:30 to 16:30 hours.

About this location:
Located between the Monashee Mountains and Selkirk Ranges, Revelstoke has some of the most spectacular scenery in the province. Ancient glaciers, mountain streams, awesome vistas and abundant wildlife provide welcome respite from the frantic pace of city life.

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

One year’s recent, related experience in working with clients in Early Childhood Development setting and/or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.

Valid Driver’s license where required.