Speech-Language Pathologist, Hearing and Speech Nova Scotia

Speech-Language Pathologist, Hearing and Speech Nova Scotia

SLP0624 (Quote this number on application documents) This is an NSGEU Bargaining Unit position. Successful applicants will be eligible to receive a one-time Signing Bonus of $5,000. In turn, a Return of Service will be required for a (2) two-year period. Start Date : ASAP Hearing and Speech Nova Scotia (HSNS) provides audiology services to Nova Scotians of all ages, and speech-language pathology services to preschool children and adults. The NS Government funds HSNS to deliver integrated and standardized provincial services across 35 clinical sites, located in 25 communities. Nationally certified Audiologists and Speech-Language Pathologists, with support from Communication Disorder Technicians and Administrative Support Professionals, provide core services, develop and monitor provincial clinical standards, and collaborate with partners to deliver several special programs. Established in 1963, HSNS works to prevent and reduce the impact of communication disorders on Nova Scotians. Hearing and Speech Nova Scotia is an inclusive employer that supports diversity, equality, and reconciliation. The goal is to be a representative workforce, at all job levels, of the people we serve. HSNS welcomes people from all ethnicities, genders, sexual orientations, ages, religions, physical and mental abilities, family status, and political beliefs and affiliations. HSNS is proud to offer: A nationally accredited program with Accreditation Canada A Province-wide support network of professional colleagues, clinical resources, and coordinated clinical services Varied caseloads and work settings Salaries (full-time) commensurate with experience (starting at $80,136), and excellent benefits package Continuing education opportunities Opportunities for relocation and clinical specialization HSNS is accepting applications for a

regular, part-time (0.4 FTE) position of Speech-Language Pathologist . The home base site is King’s Regional Rehabilitation Centre in Waterville. The successful candidate reports to the assigned Manager. Schedule to be determined. Requirements

Master’s Degree in Speech-Language Pathology Nova Scotia College of Audiologists and Speech-Language Pathologists (NSCASLP) licensure or eligible for licensure Excellent communication skills, including proficiency in spoken and written English.

If English is not first language further documents will be required.

Familiarity with a variety of service delivery options for adult caseloads Demonstrated commitment to family-centered care Valid Nova Scotia driver’s license and access to a reliable vehicle Flexibility to travel on occasion to attend continuing education, events, or meetings Candidates will have to demonstrate current immunization and/or boosters at the end of the probationary period Assets

Experience with off-site/home-based service delivery model Experience working with transdisciplinary clinical teams and working with supportive personnel (e.g., Communication Disorders Technicians) Training and experience providing caregiver training Experience in provision of alternative and augmentative communication systems Ability to provide bilingual clinical services Ability to provide clinical services in languages other than French and English Able to start immediately Experience working with adults living with cognitive and physical disabilities, chronic mental health illnesses, acquired brain injuries, or a combination of diagnoses. Note

– All offers of employment will be conditional upon the results of a criminal records check/vulnerable sector search and child abuse registry search, all to be satisfactory to the employer. Only those applicants chosen for an interview will be contacted.

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